=== Essential Shortcodes ===
Creator: haohunter
Tags: shortcodes, user info, username, email, date, time, avatar, biography
Requires at least: 4.9
Tested up to: 6.8
Stable tag: 1.1
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Display user information and date/time with easy-to-use shortcodes. Free version includes 8 essential shortcodes.

== Description ==

**Essential Shortcodes** makes it easy to display user information and date/time data anywhere on your WordPress site using simple shortcodes.

**🎯 Free Version Includes:**

* `[essesh_username]` - Display current user's username
* `[essesh_email]` - Display current user's email address  
* `[essesh_firstname]` - Display current user's first name
* `[essesh_lastname]` - Display current user's last name
* `[essesh_bio]` - Display current user's biography
* `[essesh_avatar size="96"]` - Display current user's avatar (customizable size)
* `[essesh_date format="F j, Y"]` - Display current date (customizable format)
* `[essesh_time format="g:i a"]` - Display current time (customizable format)

**✨ Key Features:**

* **Easy-to-use admin interface** with copy-to-clipboard functionality
* **Responsive design** that works with any theme
* **Secure code** following WordPress best practices
* **Lightweight and fast** loading
* **Translation ready**

**🚀 Upgrade to Essential Shortcodes Pro**

Get access to **40+ professional shortcodes** with advanced features:

**Pro Categories Include:**
* **Advanced User Info** (8 shortcodes) - User ID, role, registration date, post count, etc.
* **Site Information** (7 shortcodes) - Site details, WordPress version, theme info, etc.
* **Dynamic Content** (6 shortcodes) - Random posts, latest content, breadcrumbs, etc.
* **Advanced Date/Time** (5 shortcodes) - Countdown timers, business hours, seasons, etc.
* **Statistics & Analytics** (4 shortcodes) - User counts, site age, page views, etc.
* **Conditional Content** (8 shortcodes) - Show/hide content based on user role, device, dates, etc.

**Pro Exclusive Features:**
* **Visual Shortcode Builder** - Create custom shortcodes without coding
* **Advanced Analytics Dashboard** - Track shortcode usage and performance
* **Custom Quotes Manager** - Add your own inspirational quotes
* **Business Hours Manager** - Set and display business hours
* **Page View Tracking** - Built-in analytics for your content
* **Priority Support** - Get help when you need it
* **Regular Updates** - New shortcodes added regularly

**[👉 Get Essential Shortcodes Pro - $15 USD](https://antigymclub.gumroad.com/l/EssentialShortcodesPro)**

**Perfect for:**
* **Membership sites** - Display personalized user information
* **Business websites** - Show contact info, business hours, and stats
* **Blogs & News sites** - Display dynamic content and user engagement
* **E-commerce sites** - Show user accounts and personalized content
* **Any WordPress site** - Add dynamic, personalized content easily

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to `/wp-content/plugins/essential-shortcodes` directory, or install through WordPress plugins screen
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress
3. Go to **Users > Shortcodes** to see all available shortcodes with copy buttons
4. Use shortcodes anywhere on your site - posts, pages, widgets, etc.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= What happens if a user is not logged in? =

User-related shortcodes will display "Not logged in" for guests. Date and time shortcodes work for all visitors.

= Can I customize the date and time formats? =

Yes! Use any PHP date format: `[essesh_date format="Y-m-d"]` or `[essesh_time format="H:i:s"]`

= Can I change the avatar size? =

Yes! Use the size parameter: `[essesh_avatar size="150"]` (size in pixels)

= What's the difference between Free and Pro versions? =

The free version includes 8 essential shortcodes for basic user info and date/time. The Pro version includes 40+ advanced shortcodes, conditional content, analytics, visual builder, and much more.

= Do you offer support for the free version? =

Yes! We provide community support through WordPress.org forums. Pro users get priority email support.

= Is Essential Shortcodes Pro worth the upgrade? =

If you need advanced functionality like conditional content, site statistics, dynamic content, or user analytics, then absolutely! Pro saves hours of development time and includes features you won't find elsewhere.

== Screenshots ==

1. **Admin Interface** - Clean, organized shortcode management with copy buttons
2. **Shortcodes in Action Backend** - Examples of shortcodes displayed on the backend
3. **Shortcodes in frontend** - Examples of shortcodes displayed on the frontend  
 


== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.1 =
Updated shortcode names.

== Changelog ==

= 1.1 =
* Improved admin interface with proper WordPress enqueue system
* Added modern clipboard API support with fallback
* Enhanced security and performance
* Better error handling and user feedback

= 1.0 =
* Initial release with 8 essential shortcodes
* Basic admin interface
* Copy-to-clipboard functionality

**Ready to take your WordPress site to the next level?**
**[Upgrade to Essential Shortcodes Pro Today! →](https://antigymclub.gumroad.com/l/EssentialShortcodesPro)**