=== AskAny - AI-Powered Chat Assistant ===
Contributors: michaelbar
Tags: ai chat, chatbot, customer support, woocommerce, pdf search, openai, deepseek
Requires at least: 5.9
Tested up to: 6.8
Stable tag: 1.0.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Transform your WordPress site with an AI-powered chat assistant that understands your content, products, and documents to provide intelligent responses.

== Description ==

AskAny is an intelligent chat assistant that seamlessly integrates with your WordPress website, providing smart, context-aware responses using advanced AI models. It combines your website's content, products, and documents to deliver accurate and relevant answers to your visitors' questions.

= Key Features =

* **Advanced AI Integration**
  * Dual AI model support (OpenAI and DeepSeek)
  * Smart fallback system for uninterrupted service
  * Context-aware responses based on conversation history
  * Natural language processing for better understanding

* **Comprehensive Knowledge Base**
  * Automatic WordPress content indexing
  * PDF document processing and integration
  * WooCommerce product integration
  * Custom Q&A pair management

* **E-commerce Integration**
  * Smart product recommendations
  * Interactive product cards in chat
  * Price and availability information
  * Direct "Add to Cart" functionality
  * Product search and filtering

* **Chat Interface**
  * Modern, responsive design
  * Customizable chat widget
  * Emoji support
  * Chat history persistence
  * Automatic 7-day cleanup
  * Clear chat functionality

* **Customization Options**
  * Light/Dark theme support
  * Customizable widget position
  * Adjustable widget size
  * Custom welcome messages
  * Suggested questions

* **Security & Performance**
  * Secure API key management
  * Rate limiting protection
  * Input sanitization
  * User permission management
  * Optimized content indexing
  * Caching system

= Use Cases =

1. **Customer Support**
   * Answer product queries
   * Provide shipping information
   * Handle return policy questions
   * Assist with technical support

2. **E-commerce Assistant**
   * Product recommendations
   * Price inquiries
   * Stock availability
   * Order tracking assistance

3. **Knowledge Base**
   * FAQ automation
   * Document search
   * Policy information
   * Technical documentation

4. **Website Guide**
   * Navigation assistance
   * Content discovery
   * Feature explanation
   * Service information

   
== Usage ==

Basic Shortcode:
[askany_chat]

Advanced Shortcode Options:
[askany_chat title="Customer Support" theme="dark" position="bottom-right" width="350px" height="500px"]

Available Attributes:
* title - Chat window title
* placeholder - Input placeholder text
* button_text - Send button text
* theme - Theme (light/dark)
* position - Position (inline/bottom-left/bottom-right)
* width - Width (e.g., 350px)
* height - Height (e.g., 500px)

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to `/wp-content/plugins/askany` directory
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. Configure the plugin settings in the AskAny menu
4. Add your AI API keys (OpenAI or DeepSeek)
5. Index your content and upload relevant PDFs
6. Add the chat widget using shortcode or automatic placement

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Which AI models are supported? =

AskAny currently supports OpenAI and DeepSeek AI models. You can choose either provider or switch between them.

= Does it work with WooCommerce? =

Yes, AskAny seamlessly integrates with WooCommerce to provide product information, pricing, and shopping assistance.

= Can it read PDF documents? =

Yes, AskAny can process and index PDF documents, making their content accessible through the chat interface.

= How is chat history handled? =

Chat history is stored locally in the user's browser and automatically expires after 7 days. Users can also clear their chat history manually.

= Is it GDPR compliant? =

Yes, AskAny is designed with privacy in mind. All data processing is transparent, and no personal information is stored without consent.

== Screenshots ==

1. Chat widget in action

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release