=== DocID ===
Contributors: docid
Tags: medical, healthcare, pharma, doctor, login
Requires at least: 6.2
Requires PHP: 7.4
Tested up to: 6.8
Stable tag: 1.0.2
License: GPLv3 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

The DocID plugin provides functionalities required for a secure and legally compliant authentication of healthcare professionals on your website.

== Description ==

DocID is the leading authentication and marketing platform designed specifically for the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry. The plugin enables WordPress site owners to restrict access to content under the German Drug Advertising Act (HWG) and similar European regulations, ensuring only verified healthcare professionals can view restricted medical content.

Whether you're promoting medical products, hosting webinars, or sharing sensitive content, DocID offers instant and secure verification of HCPs — all without the need for managing complex login infrastructure or storing personal data.

=== Features ===

✅ **Compliant Verification** — Authenticate doctors, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals in full accordance with legal standards.

⚡ **Instant Access** — No passwords, no waiting time, no hassle. HCPs get instantly verified and immediate access to your content.

🔐 **Secure & GDPR-Compliant** — Avoid handling PII. All data is protected according to the highest IT security and privacy standards.

🔍 **User Insights** — Gain valuable analytics about your audience and campaign performance.

🎯 **Targeted Content** — Redirect users by profession, language, or country.

📊 **Campaign Management** — Create campaign links, track performance, collect consents, and much more with the DocID paid modules.

== Installation ==

**Installation**

1. Upload the `docid` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
3. Visit **Settings > DocID** to configure your authentication settings.
4. Sign up at [docid.de/industry](https://docid.pro/industry) to obtain your integration credentials.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Who can use DocID? =

DocID is designed for businesses and organizations that provide content or services to licensed healthcare professionals in Europe.

= Is this plugin free? =

Yes, the **DocID Standard Login** is completely free. Advanced modules like Analytics and Campaigns are available under a commercial license.

= How does the authentication work? =

Visitors authenticate via the DocID app, which provides instant verification without requiring a password or manual approval.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.2 =
* Minor bugfixes

= 1.0.1 =
* Settings page improvements

= 1.0.0 =
* Authentication of healthcare professionals
* Integration with DocID marketing platform

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial stable release of the DocID plugin. Includes all core functionalities for secure HCP authentication on your website.

== Additional Resources ==

Learn more about DocID at [https://docid.pro/industry](https://docid.pro/industry).

More about authentication requirements and healthcare regulations:
- [Login for Healthcare Professionals](https://www.pharma-marketing.com/glossary/login-for-healthcare-professionals/)
- [German Drug Advertising Act (HWG)](https://www.pharma-marketing.com/glossary/german-drug-advertising-act-hwg/)
- [German Medical Products Act](https://www.pharma-marketing.com/glossary/medical-products-act/)

== Data-privacy and external Services ==

This plugin connects to an API to obtain user's information, it's needed to allow users to login on the website and ensure their medical professional status.

It receives the user's information every time the user is loggedin to the website.

This service is provided by 8awake GmbH: [Privacy Policy](https://docid.pro/data-privacy), [Terms of Use](https://docid.pro/terms-of-use).