=== BarbaChatBot ===
Contributors: barbasolution
Tags: chatbot, ai chat, live chat, ai assistant, customer support
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.0.15
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Connect your WordPress site to an AI-powered chatbot. Easy setup — just enter your API key and go.

== Description ==

BarbaChatBot is a lightweight WordPress plugin that adds an AI-powered chat widget to your website. It connects your site to the BarbaChatBot service (https://chatbot.barbasolution.com), where all AI processing and conversation management takes place.

**How it works:**

1. Create a free account at [chatbot.barbasolution.com](https://chatbot.barbasolution.com)
2. Generate an API key from your dashboard
3. Install and activate this plugin
4. Enter your API key in the plugin settings
5. The AI chat widget appears on your site — ready to help your visitors

**Features:**

* AI-powered chat widget for your website visitors
* Simple admin settings page — no coding required
* Customizable chat icon position (left/right, offset in pixels)
* Lightweight and fast — loads asynchronously, no impact on page speed
* Responsive design — works on desktop and mobile
* Pre-filled API URL for quick setup

**External Service Notice:**

This plugin connects to the BarbaChatBot API service at https://chatbot.barbasolution.com to process chat messages. When a visitor sends a message through the chat widget, the message content, visitor's name, email, and IP address are transmitted to this service for AI processing and to provide support.

* Service URL: https://chatbot.barbasolution.com
* Terms of Service: https://barbasolution.com/barbachatbot-terms-of-service/
* Privacy Policy: https://barbasolution.com/barbachatbot-privacy-policy/

== Installation ==

1. Create an account at [chatbot.barbasolution.com](https://chatbot.barbasolution.com) and verify your email.
2. Log in and generate an API key from the API Keys page.
3. In WordPress, go to Plugins > Add New and search for "BarbaChatBot".
4. Install and activate the plugin.
5. Navigate to Settings > BarbaChatBot.
6. Enter your API key (the API URL is pre-filled).
7. Save settings. The chat widget will appear on your site.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Do I need an account to use this plugin? =
Yes. Register at [chatbot.barbasolution.com](https://chatbot.barbasolution.com) to get your API key.

= Is it free? =
The plugin is free and open source (GPLv2). The BarbaChatBot service offers free and paid plans.

= What data is sent to the external service? =
To function properly, the plugin sends the chat messages, your API key, and visitor-provided information (name, email, and IP address) to the BarbaChatBot service for AI processing. No other WordPress user data or database information is transmitted.

= Can I customize the widget position? =
Yes. You can set horizontal/vertical offsets and choose left or right alignment in the plugin settings.

= Does it slow down my site? =
No. The widget loads asynchronously and adds no database queries to your WordPress site.