=== Plinkly – Smart CTA Buttons ===
Contributors: ahmedkaladl218  
Tags: CTA, buttons, analytics, AI, elementor, gutenberg, A/B testing, link tracking  
Requires at least: 6.3  
Tested up to: 6.8  
Requires PHP: 7.4  
Stable tag: 1.4.0
License: GPLv2 or later  
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html  

Plinkly helps you create intelligent, AI-optimized CTA buttons, track user engagement, and unlock actionable insights with real-time analytics and A/B testing.

== Description ==

**Smart. Customizable. Conversion‑focused.**

Plinkly is the ultimate solution for crafting call-to-action buttons that don’t just look good — they **perform**. Powered by AI and precision analytics, Plinkly gives marketers and creators the tools they need to increase clicks, boost conversions, and optimize placement across any WordPress site.

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🎯 **Core Free Features:**
* Build unlimited, fully‑customizable CTA buttons.
* Total control over text, style, color, logo, and placement.
* Gutenberg block and Elementor widget included.
* Click-tracking built in — no setup needed.
* Works out of the box, even without Plinkly Cloud.

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🌐 **Plinkly Cloud Features (Free + Pro Tiers):**
* Smart styling with auto-detected logos and colors.
* AI-generated CTA text suggestions based on page context.
* Real-time analytics dashboard with performance metrics.
* CSV export for reports and data analysis.
* Daily quota and usage stats.

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🚀 **Premium Features (Plinkly Pro License):**
* A/B Testing — Compare multiple CTA variants and identify top performers.
* Advanced Analytics — Click logs, filters, date-range comparisons.
* AI Advice — Actionable recommendations to improve conversion.
* Auto styling updates and optimization suggestions.
* Priority support and advanced Cloud integrations.

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🧩 **Available Add-Ons (Pro Only):**

**Plinkly – EasyLink Put**  
Turn keywords into buttons — automatically. Assign links to specific words from the Gutenberg editor, and let Plinkly handle the rest. Every click is tracked, giving you clear insight into what content drives results.

**Plinkly – CTA Placement Tracker**  
See exactly where your CTAs convert best. This add-on analyzes click activity by “zones” across your page layout and provides detailed reports to help you optimize for maximum engagement.

**Plinkly – Link Sentinel**  
Keep your CTAs error-free. Link Sentinel automatically scans all Plinkly buttons for broken links or failed redirects, notifies you via email, and logs results to a central report — so you never lose conversions to dead URLs.

Activate add-ons from the main plugin settings screen.

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To enable premium features, visit [https://plink.ly](https://plink.ly) to purchase a license key and unlock full access to Plinkly Cloud.

== Source ==

Full source code, including unminified JS/CSS and build instructions:  
https://github.com/plinklyWP/plinkly-smart-cta-buttons

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `plinkly` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/`.
2. Activate “Plinkly – Smart CTA Buttons” from your WordPress plugins screen.
3. Visit **Plinkly → Settings** to configure styles or connect to Plinkly Cloud.
4. Add buttons via the Gutenberg block or Elementor widget.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Can I use Plinkly without Plinkly Cloud? =  
Yes. All local features (manual customization, basic analytics) work without connecting to the cloud.

= How do I enable AI and smart styling features? =  
Connect your site to Plinkly Cloud by purchasing an API key from https://plink.ly.

= Does Plinkly support page builders? =  
Yes. It includes native blocks for Gutenberg and widgets for Elementor.

= Is my click data private? =  
Yes. Click data is stored securely in your WordPress database. Extended analytics are cloud-based and privacy-compliant.

= What happens if I deactivate the plugin? =  
Your data remains intact. Simply reactivate to continue where you left off.

== Screenshots ==

1. Smart Analytics Dashboard (clicks over time, top CTAs).
2. A/B Testing Results view.
3. Button style customization panel.
4. Gutenberg block in use.

== Video Demo ==

https://youtu.be/5UBrsC1sg7Y?si=sBPv1CTMxHtn2pz8

== Changelog ==
= 1.4.0 =
* Improved: Analytics dashboard layout and performance.
* Added: Support for new add-ons (EasyLink, Placement Tracker, Link Sentinel).

= 1.3.1 =
* Improved: Analytics dashboard, UI polish, and performance optimizations.

= 1.3.0 =
* New: Plinkly AI Advice — AI-powered insights and recommendations in the analytics dashboard.
* New: A/B Testing — Split test your CTA buttons, compare variants, and see which performs best.
* Improved: Analytics dashboard, UI polish, and performance optimizations.

= 1.2.0 =
* New: Customize font size, logo size, and button padding. Enhanced analytics dashboard and improved performance.

= 1.1.1 =
* Improved: Button design options.

= 1.1.0 =
* Improved: Button design options (border, radius, font control).
* Fixed: Style conflicts with some WordPress themes.

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial public release.
* Core features: Custom CTA creation, basic analytics, optional Cloud integration.
* Freemium model separated between local and cloud‑based premium features.

== Upgrade Notice ==
= 1.3.1 =
* Improved: Analytics dashboard layout and performance.
* Added: Support for new add-ons (EasyLink, Placement Tracker, Link Sentinel).

== License ==
This plugin is licensed under GPLv2 or later. See `license.txt` for details.
