=== FlowCharts.ai - Smart Forms, Chatbot & SMS Automation === Contributors: flowcharts Donate link: Tags: forms, chatbot, surveys, decision trees, questionnaires, workflow, flowcharts, chat, support, sms, text, bot Requires at least: 4.0 Tested up to: 6.7 Stable tag: 2.0 Requires PHP: 5.4 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html Create interactive questionnaires, surveys, forms, decision trees, and workflows with conditional logic. Deploy via website chat widget, email, SMS, links, or QR codes. == Description == FlowCharts.ai allows you to create interactive questionnaires, surveys, forms, decision trees, and workflows with conditional logic and branching paths. **What This Plugin Does** The FlowCharts.ai WordPress plugin connects your WordPress site to the FlowCharts.ai platform, allowing you to: * Create conditional questionnaires and surveys that adapt based on user responses * Deploy interactive forms via website chat widget, email, SMS, links, or QR codes * Continue conversations with visitors via SMS after they leave your website (Website-to-SMS feature) * Automate lead collection and customer support workflows * Collect and analyze response data in real-time **How It Works** 1. Create your flowchart-based questionnaire or workflow using the FlowCharts.ai drag-and-drop builder 2. Install this plugin on your WordPress site 3. Paste your widget embed code into the plugin settings 4. The chat widget appears on your site, guiding visitors through your custom workflow **Key Features** * **Conditional Logic**: Route users through different paths based on their answers * **Multi-Channel Delivery**: Deploy via website widget, SMS, email, links, or QR codes * **Website-to-SMS**: Continue conversations via text message after visitors leave your site * **Drag-and-Drop Builder**: Create workflows without coding * **Response Analytics**: View and analyze collected data in real-time * **Customizable Design**: Match the widget appearance to your brand * **Mobile Responsive**: Works on all devices and screen sizes * **Integration Ready**: Connect with CRM and marketing tools * **Multiple Question Types**: Yes/no, multiple choice, free text, and more **Compatibility** This plugin works with WordPress and is compatible with popular page builders including Elementor, Divi, Beaver Builder, WP Bakery, Gutenberg, Visual Composer, and Themify. **Common Use Cases** * Lead generation and qualification * Customer support automation * Feedback and satisfaction surveys * Appointment scheduling * Product recommendations * FAQ automation * Event registration * Contact forms with conditional logic * Market research * Employee onboarding **Benefits** * Collect visitor information through interactive conversations * Guide users through conditional workflows based on their responses * Automate lead qualification and customer support * Continue conversations via SMS after visitors leave your site * Analyze response data and visitor behavior * Reduce manual data collection efforts * Provide 24/7 automated assistance [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RukQxIl7DIQ] **Industry Applications** FlowCharts.ai can be used across various industries including: Healthcare, Real Estate, Education, E-commerce, Professional Services, Hospitality, Automotive, Financial Services, Non-profits, and more. == Installation == 1. Add this plugin using your WordPress admin or upload folder to /wp-content/plugins directory 2. Activate it from the Plugins section of your WordPress 3. Create an account at [FlowCharts.ai](https://app.flowcharts.ai/signup) 4. Design your chatbot using the drag-and-drop dashboard on FlowCharts.ai 5. Click on the SHARE button and copy the "Website Widget" embed code 6. Paste the embed code into the WordPress plugin settings Note: A [paid membership](https://app.flowcharts.ai/plan) is required to access SMS and Website Widget features. == Frequently Asked Questions == = What is FlowCharts.ai? = FlowCharts.ai is a platform for creating interactive surveys, forms, and questionnaires with conditional logic. Users can design workflows where the path adapts based on how respondents answer questions. The platform supports various question types including yes/no, free text, single choice, and multiple choice. = Do I need to code anything? = No. FlowCharts.ai provides a drag-and-drop interface for creating chatbots and workflows. No coding is required. = How do I get started? = Create an account at FlowCharts.ai to access the drag-and-drop workflow builder. Then install this plugin and paste your widget embed code. = Is it free? = FlowCharts.ai offers a free plan for creating workflows. To use features like the Website Chat Widget and SMS functionality, a paid membership is required starting at $49/month or $495/year. = How do I deliver my workflow to my audience? = Click SHARE in your FlowCharts.ai account to access delivery options: SMS/Text Messages, Website Chat Bot, Email, Links, and QR codes. = How do I display a chatbot widget on my website? = Click SHARE, choose Website Widget, copy the code, and paste it into this WordPress plugin. A paid FlowCharts.ai account is required for this feature. = Can I rely on a chatbot? = Once deployed, the chatbot is available 24/7 to interact with visitors. All responses are recorded in your FlowCharts.ai account. = Why use a chatbot instead of a contact form? = Chatbots can engage visitors in interactive conversations and adapt based on responses, while traditional contact forms are static. Chatbots can guide users through conditional paths based on their answers. = How can I get help? = For assistance, email hi@FlowCharts.ai. == Screenshots == 1. Easily create your workflows with conditional logic for automating sales and support 2. Click SHARE and choose Website Widget to get your embed code 3. Paste your Website Widget code into the WordPress plugin 4. Website Widget in action on your website delivering your workflow 5. Deploy your workflows via SMS, Email, Links, QR Codes, and Website Chat Widget == Changelog == = 2.0 = * Updated readme for WordPress.org compliance * Removed assets folder from plugin code per WordPress.org guidelines = 1.1.2 = * Enhanced chatbot widget to collect phone numbers for continued SMS conversations * Improvements and upgrades based on user feedback * Added condition-based workflow routing = 1.1.1 = * General enhancements to FlowCharts.ai plugin = 1.1.0 = * Initial release - September 19, 2021 == Upgrade Notice == = 2.0 = Compliance update for WordPress.org directory. No functional changes to the plugin.