=== Anicons - Chat Button & Scroll to Top ===
Plugin Name: Anicons - Chat Button & Scroll to Top
Contributors: farithadhil
Donate link: https://robod.in/
Tags: whatsapp button, woocommerce whatsapp, scroll to top, floating button, lead generation
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.2
Stable tag: 1.3.1
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
Add an animated floating WhatsApp chat button and scroll-to-top button. Ideal for WooCommerce stores, local businesses, and service websites.


=== Description ===

Anicons is a lightweight WordPress plugin that adds an animated WhatsApp Chat Button and a Scroll-to-Top button to your website.

It helps visitors contact you instantly via WhatsApp and improves navigation — without slowing down your site.

Perfect for:

✅ WooCommerce stores

✅ Local businesses

✅ Service providers & freelancers

✅ Small business blogs that rely on WhatsApp leads

📺 Video tutorial:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kC2qM2_g8lk

== Best For ==
🛒 WooCommerce Stores

Answer pre-sale questions instantly

Reduce cart abandonment

Increase customer trust with WhatsApp support

🏪 Local Businesses

One-tap WhatsApp contact on mobile

Ideal for salons, clinics, shops, restaurants

👨‍💼 Service Providers

Freelancers, consultants, agencies

Convert visitors into WhatsApp leads

No complex setup required

== WhatsApp Chat Button Features ==

✅ Opens WhatsApp Web on desktop
✅ Opens WhatsApp app on mobile (Android & iOS)
✅ Supports WhatsApp & WhatsApp Business numbers
✅ Floating sticky button (left or right position)
✅ Clean animated icons
✅ Mobile-friendly and responsive

== Scroll to Top Button Features ==

✅ Sticky scroll-to-top button
✅ Appears automatically on scroll
✅ Multiple icon styles
✅ Adjustable position and spacing

== Performance & Optimization ==

Lightweight and fast-loading

No jQuery dependency

Minimal CSS & JavaScript

Compatible with caching plugins

No negative impact on Google PageSpeed

== Installation ==
Automatic Installation

Go to Plugins → Add New

Search for Anicons – WhatsApp Chat Button & Scroll to Top

Click Install Now, then Activate

Manual Installation

Download the plugin ZIP file

Upload to /wp-content/plugins/anicons-chat-scroll-to-top/

Activate via WordPress dashboard

== Translations ==

Available languages:

English

== How to Use ==

Activate the plugin

WhatsApp Chat Button and Scroll-to-Top Button will appear automatically

Go to Anicons Settings to:

Add your WhatsApp number

Enable or disable buttons

Adjust position and spacing

Note:
WhatsApp button will appear only after a valid mobile number is added.

=== Frequently Asked Questions ===

= How do I set up the plugin? =

[Video Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kC2qM2_g8lk)

= How do I add my WhatsApp number? =

Go to Anicons Settings in the WordPress admin and enter your WhatsApp number.

= WhatsApp button not showing? =

Ensure the plugin is activated

Enter a valid WhatsApp number

Clear cache (browser & site)

Check button position settings

= Does this work with WooCommerce? =

Yes. It works perfectly with WooCommerce websites.



=== Screenshots ===

1. screenshot-1.png - Admin settings panel – WhatsApp & Scroll-to-Top options
2. screenshot-2.png - WhatsApp chat button on WooCommerce website
3. screenshot-3.png - Local business website with WhatsApp floating button
4. screenshot-4.png - Mobile view – responsive WhatsApp button
5. screenshot-5.png - Scroll-to-Top button (bottom right position)


=== Changelog ===

= 1.3.1 =

Improved plugin SEO and WordPress.org visibility

Optimized descriptions for WooCommerce and business websites

Updated screenshots with real-world use cases

Minor UI and animation improvements
= 1.3.0=
Updated Animated icons and fixed WhatsApp opening on apple mobile devices.
= 1.2.0=
Updated icons and fixed WhatsApp opening on mobile devices.
= 1.1.3=
New Icons Updated
= 1.1.2=
Enhanced WhatsApp link handling: Now intelligently opens WhatsApp Web on desktop, and the WhatsApp app on both iOS and Android devices for a seamless user experience.
Improved security: User agent is now properly sanitized and validated, and all input handling is stricter to meet WordPress security standards.
Modernized settings UI: The "Enable WhatsApp Icon" and "Enable Scroll-to-Top Icon" options now use toggle switches for a more intuitive and visually appealing admin experience.
Better WhatsApp number validation: Admin guidance and input validation have been improved to help ensure only valid numbers are saved.
= 1.1.1 =
Added toggle switches to enable or disable the WhatsApp and Scroll-to-Top icons.
Introduced additional static and animated icon options for greater customization.
= 1.1.0 =
Added a toggle button to allow moving the WhatsApp Sticky Button to the right side of the screen.
= 1.0.0 =
Initial release featuring a floating WhatsApp Sticky Button and a Scroll-to-Top Button.


== Upgrade Notice ==
= 1.3.1 =
This update improves plugin discoverability, usability, and presentation for WooCommerce, local businesses, and service websites. Recommended update.
= 1.3.0=
Updated Animated icons and fixed WhatsApp opening on apple mobile devices.
= 1.2.0=
Updated icons and fixed WhatsApp opening on mobile devices.
= 1.1.3=
New Icons Added.
= 1.1.2 =
This update brings improved device detection for WhatsApp links, enhanced security, a modern toggle switch UI for enabling icons, and better WhatsApp number validation. Update now for a more secure and user-friendly experience!
= 1.1.1 =
Added toggle switches for enabling/disabling icons and more icon choices.
= 1.1.0 =
Added the ability to move the WhatsApp button to the right side.
= 1.0.0 =
Initial release. Enjoy the new WhatsApp and Scroll-to-Top buttons!