=== Watso - Basic Help Chat Button ===
Contributors: hosteva
Donate link: https://www.hosteva.com/donate/
Tags: Whatsapp Chat Button, Woocommerce Whatsapp, Whatsapp Business, Whatsapp, Click to Chat
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.5
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Lightweight and blazing-fast WhatsApp chat button for WordPress with full customization, UTM tracking, multi-agent support, and scheduling.

== Description ==

Watso is a clean, lightweight WhatsApp chat button plugin that seamlessly integrates with any WordPress website. Perfect for customer support teams, e-commerce stores, and service providers who want direct WhatsApp engagement with their visitors.

= Why Choose Watso? =

* ✔️ Clean design & seamless integration
* ✔️ No coding required - simple setup
* ✔️ 100% free, no premium versions
* ✔️ GDPR-friendly, SEO-friendly, and cache-compatible
* ✔️ Follows WordPress coding standards

= Core Features =

* 🔢 **Multiple WhatsApp Accounts** - Add unlimited numbers for teams or departments
* 🎯 **UTM & Analytics Ready** - Track clicks with Google Analytics & Meta
* 🌓 **Dark Mode Detection** - Automatically adapts to user's theme preference
* 🛠 **Smart Placement** - 4 screen positions, fully responsive design
* 🎨 **Full Customization** - Colors, icons, borders, labels, and more
* 📆 **Schedule Visibility** - Set working hours or hide on holidays
* ⚡ **Lightning Fast** - Minimal JavaScript, works with all cache plugins
* ♿ **Accessibility Built-in** - Keyboard-friendly, WCAG compliant

= 🌍 Languages & Localization =

**Supported Languages:**
* 🇬🇧 **English** (default)
* 🇫🇷 **Français** (French)
* 🇹🇷 **Türkçe** (Turkish)

**Translation Ready:**
* 🔧 POT files included for additional languages
* 📝 Community translations welcome
* 🌐 Easy localization with WordPress standards

= Perfect For =

* Customer support teams
* E-commerce & WooCommerce stores
* Service providers, consultants, agencies
* Anyone seeking real-time WhatsApp engagement

= 👨‍💻 Developer Friendly =

* 💻 Clean, developer-friendly codebase
* ✅ Follows WordPress coding standards
* 🔧 Action hooks and filters for advanced customization
* 🌍 Translation ready with POT files included

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/watso-basic-chat/` directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress
3. Use the `Settings > Watso Chat` screen to configure the plugin
4. Add your WhatsApp number(s) and customize the appearance
5. Save the settings and the chat button will appear on your website 🎉

= Quick Setup =

1. Navigate to `Settings > Watso Chat` in your WordPress admin
2. Enable the plugin in **General Settings** tab
3. Add your WhatsApp number in the **Numbers & Titles** tab
4. Customize the design in the **Appearance & Colors** tab
5. Save changes and you're done! ✅

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is this plugin completely free? =

Yes, Watso is 100% free with no premium versions or hidden fees.

= Can I add multiple WhatsApp numbers? =

Yes! You can add unlimited WhatsApp numbers. If you have more than one number, a dropdown menu will appear for visitors to choose from.

= Is it compatible with caching plugins? =

Yes, Watso is fully compatible with all major caching plugins including WP Rocket, W3 Total Cache, and WP Super Cache.

= Can I customize the button design? =

Absolutely! You can customize colors, icons, border radius, positions, and much more through the admin panel.

= Does it support dark mode? =

Yes, Watso automatically detects the user's theme preference and adapts accordingly. You can also set custom icons for dark themes.

= Can I schedule when the button appears? =

Yes, you can set working hours and even hide the button on holidays through the scheduling feature.

= Is it mobile responsive? =

Yes, Watso is fully responsive and works perfectly on all devices and screen sizes.

= Does it track analytics? =

Yes, Watso supports Google Analytics, Universal Analytics, and Facebook Meta tracking with UTM parameters.

= Can the plugin be translated? =

Yes, Watso is translation-ready and includes POT files. It currently supports English, French, and Turkish with more languages coming soon.

= Does it affect website performance? =

No, Watso is lightweight and optimized for speed. It uses minimal JavaScript and won't slow down your website.

== Screenshots ==

1. Frontend WhatsApp button display
2. Multi-number dropdown selection
3. General settings panel
4. Appearance customization options
5. Numbers & titles management
6. Schedule & visibility settings
7. Live preview in admin panel
8. Mobile responsive view

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.5 =
* Improved dark mode icon handling
* WordPress 6.8 compatibility update
* Admin panel UI enhancements
* Refined translation strings
* Bug fixes and performance improvements

= 1.0.1 =
* Rebranded to Hosteva
* Improved UTM tracking functionality
* Enhanced mobile responsiveness
* Bug fixes & performance improvements
* Updated documentation and links

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release
* Multi-number support
* 4 positioning options
* Dark mode support
* Schedule management
* UTM & Meta tracking
* Cache compatibility
* Accessibility features
* Translation ready

== Privacy Policy ==

Watso does **not** collect any personal data from your website visitors.

* Settings stored only in your WordPress database
* Analytics data is sent to Google Analytics/Meta only if you enable these features
* Visitors are redirected to the official WhatsApp application (Meta's privacy policy applies)

== Support ==

For support and documentation, please visit:

* [WordPress.org Support Forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/watso-basic-chat/)
* [Hosteva Website](https://www.hosteva.com/?utm_campaign=watso-basic-chat)
* [Documentation](https://www.hosteva.com/plugins/watso-basic-chat/?utm_campaign=watso-basic-chat)

== Credits ==

Watso is proudly developed by the Hosteva Developer team.

* WhatsApp is a trademark of Meta Platforms, Inc.
* Custom icons and UI designed exclusively for this plugin
* Built following WordPress standards for performance, security & compatibility

⭐ If you find this project useful, please consider giving it a **GitHub star**!
