=== Simple Time to Read LSC ===
Contributors: gurn1
Author: Luke Clifton
Tags: reading time, estimated reading time, post read time, content timer, readability
Requires at least: 5.6
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 8.0
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Add an estimated reading time to your WordPress posts, pages, or custom post types. Lightweight, customizable, and easy to use.

== Description ==

**Simple Time To Read LSC** is a lightweight plugin that adds an estimated reading time to your posts, pages, and custom post types.

Improve user experience by giving your readers a quick idea of how long your content will take to read. The reading time is calculated based on the word count of your content and can be easily customized to suit your site’s tone and layout.

Whether you're running a blog, news site, or documentation hub, Simple Time To Read LSC helps engage readers and reduce bounce rates by setting clear expectations.

== Features ==

* Automatically calculate reading time based on word count
* Works with posts, pages, and custom post types
* Shortcode support: `[simple_time_to_read]`
* No bloat – fast and simple

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the **Plugins** menu in WordPress.
3. Adjust settings under **Settings → Simple Time To Read LSC** if available.
4. Optionally, use the `[simple_time_to_read]` shortcode to place the estimate manually.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

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