=== WPForge Chat Checkout for WooCommerce ===

Contributors: wpforgeplugins
Donate link: https://www.codester.com/items/62239/quick-chat-checkout-whatsapp-order-woocommerce
Tags: woocommerce, whatsapp, checkout, quick order, chat, sales
Requires at least: 5.8
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Direct WhatsApp checkout for WooCommerce. Reduce cart abandonment by letting customers order via chat.

== DESCRIPTION ==

**WPForge Chat Checkout** is a high-performance WooCommerce extension designed to bridge the gap between your store and WhatsApp. Instead of a complex multi-step checkout, customers fill out a lightweight form and send their order directly to your WhatsApp number.

This plugin is ideal for stores that rely on direct customer communication, personalized sales, or regions where WhatsApp is the primary commerce tool.

= Professional Features =
* **Seamless Popup Experience**: No page reloads, keeping the user engaged.
* **Variable Product Support**: Automatically detects and includes selected options (colors, sizes, etc.).
* **Data Security**: Built with nonces and server-side sanitization to prevent spam.
* **Developer Friendly**: Clean, documented code following WordPress VIP standards.
* **Fully Responsive**: Optimized for touch targets on mobile devices.

= 🚀 Pro Version =

Upgrade to **[WPForge Chat Checkout Pro](https://www.codester.com/items/62239/quick-chat-checkout-whatsapp-order-woocommerce)** for advanced features:

* **Stock Synchronization** — Automatically updates WooCommerce stock when an order is placed via WhatsApp.
* **Order Synchronization** — WhatsApp orders are created directly in WooCommerce as real orders.
* **WhatsApp Order Filter** — Filter and identify WhatsApp orders separately in your WooCommerce order list.
* **[View Live Demo & Get Pro →](https://www.codester.com/items/62239/quick-chat-checkout-whatsapp-order-woocommerce)**

== INSTALLATION ==

1. Upload the `wpforge-chat-checkout` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
3. Navigate to **Settings > Chat Checkout**.
4. Configure your WhatsApp number (include country code, e.g., +216).
5. (Optional) Customize the button text.

== FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ==

= Does it work with variable products? =
Yes. If a customer selects a specific size or color, the plugin captures those details and includes them in the WhatsApp message.

= Can I use it outside of product pages? =
Absolutely. Use the shortcode `[wpfcc_checkout]` anywhere. You can also target specific products with `[wpfcc_checkout product_id="99"]`.

= Is it translation ready? =
Yes, the plugin uses standard WordPress translation functions and is ready for `.po/.mo` files.

== SHORTCODES ==

Display the button anywhere:
`[wpfcc_checkout]`

Specify a product and custom label:
`[wpfcc_checkout product_id="123" text="Order Now"]`

== SCREENSHOTS ==

1. Admin Settings - Simple and effective configuration.
2. Frontend Button - Seamless integration with WooCommerce themes.
3. Order Popup - Clean form for customer details.
4. WhatsApp Message - Structured order data received by the merchant.

== CHANGELOG ==

= 1.0.2 =
* Fixed text domain to match plugin slug.
* Unified all prefixes under wpfcc.

= 1.0.1 =
* Renamed plugin to WPForge Chat Checkout for WooCommerce.
* Fixed shortcode name to use unique prefix.
* Added Requires Plugins header for WooCommerce.

= 1.0.0 =
* First release.
* Support for simple and variable products.
* Secure AJAX validation layer.
* Mobile-optimized popup UI.

== UPGRADE NOTICE ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial version. No upgrade required.

== CREDITS ==

Developed by **Amjed Bellili**
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amjed-bellili/