=== Exayard === Contributors: exayard Tags: chat widget, lead generation, estimates, landscaping, contractor Requires at least: 4.7 Tested up to: 6.9 Requires PHP: 7.2 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html Stable tag: 1.0.0 AI chat widget for construction and home service businesses. Capture leads and generate instant project estimates. == Description == Your website visitors are ready to hire — but they leave because they can't get a quick answer or price estimate. [Exayard](https://exayard.com) changes that. Exayard is an AI-powered chat widget built for the construction industry and home service trades. It engages every visitor in a real-time conversation, captures their project details, and delivers an instant cost estimate — all without you lifting a finger. = Capture leads around the clock = Every conversation is a potential job. Exayard collects visitor contact info, project descriptions, and photos while you're on the jobsite. Leads flow straight into your Exayard dashboard so nothing slips through the cracks. = Instant project estimates = Visitors describe what they need and Exayard generates an AI-powered cost estimate on the spot. Whether it's a kitchen remodel, new fence, exterior paint job, or electrical panel upgrade — give potential customers a reason to stay on your site and take the next step. = AI project visualization = Your visitors can upload a photo and see a realistic AI-generated preview of the finished project. It's the easiest way to help customers visualize what's possible before they commit. = Built for the trades = Exayard isn't a generic chatbot. Configure the services you offer and the widget tailors every conversation to your specific business. Exayard works for a wide range of construction trades and home service businesses, including: **Construction and general contracting** * General contractors and construction managers * Drywall and framing contractors * Painting and wallpaper contractors * Glazing, window, and door installers * Mechanical and HVAC contractors * Electrical contractors * Plumbing contractors * Concrete and masonry contractors * Roofing contractors * Flooring and tile installers * Furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FFE) dealers **Landscaping and outdoor services** * Landscape design and installation * Lawn care and maintenance * Hardscaping — patios, walkways, retaining walls * Fencing and deck builders * Pool builders and installers * Irrigation and drainage * Tree service and arborists * Outdoor lighting **Home services** * Kitchen and bathroom remodelers * Siding and gutter contractors * Excavation and grading * Demolition contractors * Any other specialty trade = Fully customizable = Match the widget to your brand. From the Exayard dashboard, you can configure: * **Colors and branding** — set your primary color and button style to match your site * **Button text and position** — choose where the widget appears and what it says * **Services offered** — define your service list so the widget speaks your language * **Estimation rates** — set pricing so estimates reflect your actual rates * **Launch behavior** — open automatically, on a delay, or only when clicked * **Desktop and mobile** — configure different behavior for each device type = Works on any device = The widget is fully responsive. On desktop it appears as a floating panel; on mobile it expands to full screen for a smooth, native-feeling experience. = Get started in seconds = Install the plugin, paste your widget key, and you're live. No code to write, no themes to edit, no developers needed. = Third-party service = This plugin connects to the [Exayard](https://exayard.com) service to load the chat widget on your site. When activated with a valid widget key, it loads a JavaScript file from `widget.exayard.com` that renders the chat interface for your visitors. No data is sent until you enter your widget key and save settings. Visitor interactions with the chat widget are processed by Exayard's servers. * [Terms of Service](https://exayard.com/terms) * [Privacy Policy](https://exayard.com/privacy) == Installation == 1. Install and activate the plugin from the WordPress plugin directory, or upload the plugin files to `/wp-content/plugins/exayard/`. 2. Go to **Settings > Exayard** in your WordPress admin. 3. Paste your widget key from your [Exayard widget settings](https://app.exayard.com/settings/widget). 4. Click **Save Changes**. The widget will now appear on your site. == Frequently Asked Questions == = Where do I find my widget key? = Log in to your [Exayard dashboard](https://app.exayard.com), go to **Settings > Widget**, and copy your widget key. = Do I need an Exayard account? = Yes. Sign up at [exayard.com](https://exayard.com) to get your widget key and configure your chat widget. = Can I customize the widget appearance? = Yes. Colors, button text, position, and launch behavior are all configurable from the Exayard dashboard. Changes appear on your site automatically — no need to update the plugin. = Does the widget work on mobile? = Yes. The widget is fully responsive. On mobile devices, the chat panel expands to full screen for a comfortable experience. = Will this slow down my site? = No. The widget script loads asynchronously after your page is fully rendered, so it has no impact on your page load time or Core Web Vitals. = Can I control when the widget appears? = Yes. You can set it to open automatically when the page loads, after a delay, or only when a visitor clicks the button. Desktop and mobile can have different settings. = What trades does Exayard support? = Exayard works for any construction trade or home service business. You define your own service list, so the widget is tailored to exactly what you offer — from general contracting and electrical to landscaping and remodeling. == Screenshots == 1. The Exayard chat widget on your site — visitors can ask questions and get instant project estimates. 2. The settings page in WordPress admin — just paste your widget key and save. == Changelog == = 1.0.0 = * Initial release of the Exayard WordPress plugin.