=== GioCompress ===
Contributors: giovannibevacqua
Tags: image optimization, webp, avif, compression, media
Requires at least: 5.5
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Lightweight image optimization plugin that automatically converts your images to WebP. Pro version coming soon with AVIF, quality settings and more.

== Description ==

**GioCompress Lite** is a simple and efficient image optimization plugin designed to convert your images to WebP format on upload.

### 🎯 Features

- Automatic conversion to WebP
- Lightweight and fast
- Seamless integration with WordPress
- Pro version will include AVIF support and adjustable quality

**Coming Soon:**
- AVIF image format support
- Custom quality settings
- Premium support and updates

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
3. Your images will automatically be optimized on upload!

== Screenshots ==

1. Settings page with Lite Beta notice
2. Example of image optimization output

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does this plugin replace my original files? =
Yes! In next version it keeps your original JPEG/PNG and creates optimized WebP copies.

= How do I access the Pro version? =
You’ll be able to enter an API key in the settings page once the Pro version is available.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial Lite Beta release
* Automatic WebP optimization
* Admin notice for Pro features

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
This is the first release. Pro version with additional features coming soon.

== Credits ==
Developed by Giovanni Bevacqua – [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/giovanni-bevacqua/)

== License ==
GPLv2 or later