=== Global Time Ghost – Local Time Converter ===
Contributors:      aacers
Donate link:       https://pluginjoy.com/product/global-time-ghost-pro/
Tags:              timezone, local time, utc, gutenberg block, events
Requires at least: 5.8
Tested up to:      6.8
Stable tag:        2.3.0
Requires PHP:      7.4
License:           GPLv2 or later
License URI:       https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Show any UTC time in the visitor's real local timezone — automatically. Gutenberg block + shortcode. Zero config. Works with every cache & CDN.

== Description ==

The lightest, fastest, and most beautiful local-time plugin for WordPress.

Just drop one shortcode and every visitor instantly sees times in **their own timezone** (including automatic daylight saving handling):

`[gtg_time date="2025-12-25 15:00:00"]` → December 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM (their local time)  
`[gtg_time date="2025-08-20 14:00:00" format="g:i A (T)"]` → 4:00 PM (CEST)

Perfect for:
- Flash sales & limited offers
- Webinars & live streams
- Course launches
- Event sites
- Global WooCommerce stores

**Free features (everything you need to get started):**
- `[gtg_time]` and `[local_time]` shortcodes
- Full Gutenberg block ("Local Time")
- Gorgeous purple badge with hover effect
- Automatic timezone detection via browser (Intl API + cookie)
- Works perfectly with WP Rocket, LiteSpeed, Cloudflare, SiteGround, Kinsta — all caches & CDNs
- Modern admin dashboard with stats
- Zero configuration needed — works out of the box
- No JavaScript loaded on pages without the shortcode (~4 KB total)

**Pro version – Lifetime license $39 (one-time)**
- Auto-convert times inside **The Events Calendar**, **WooCommerce**, **LearnDash**
- Timezone dropdown widget for manual selection
- Custom badge colors and styles
- Analytics dashboard with conversion tracking
- Priority email support
- Lifetime updates

[View Pro Features & Pricing →](https://pluginjoy.com/product/global-time-ghost-pro/)

== Installation ==

1. Upload to `/wp-content/plugins/` or install via WordPress
2. Activate the plugin
3. Use `[gtg_time date="2025-12-25 15:00:00"]` anywhere
4. Done! No settings required.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does this work with page caching? =

Yes! Works perfectly with WP Rocket, LiteSpeed, Cloudflare, and all caching plugins. The conversion happens in the browser.

= What format should I use for the date? =

Use UTC time in this format: `YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS`
Example: `2025-12-25 15:00:00`

= Can I customize the output format? =

Yes! Use the `format` parameter:
`[gtg_time date="2025-12-25 15:00:00" format="F j, Y \a\t g:i A"]`

See [PHP date formats](https://www.php.net/manual/en/datetime.format.php) for options.

= Does this work with Gutenberg? =

Yes! Search for "Local Time" in the block inserter.

= Can I remove the badge styling? =

Yes! Use `style="plain"`:
`[gtg_time date="2025-12-25 15:00:00" style="plain"]`

== Screenshots ==

1. Beautiful purple badge with hover effect
2. Gutenberg block editor
3. Modern admin dashboard
4. Shortcode examples
5. Pro features overview

== Changelog ==

= 2.3.0 - February 7, 2026 =
* NEW: Modern admin dashboard with statistics
* NEW: Beautiful purple gradient badge styling
* NEW: Hover effects on time badges
* IMPROVED: Better cookie handling for timezone storage
* IMPROVED: Faster JavaScript initialization
* IMPROVED: Mobile responsive admin interface
* UPDATED: Tested up to WordPress 6.8

= 2.2.0 =
* Added Gutenberg block support
* Improved timezone detection
* Bug fixes and performance improvements

= 2.1.0 =
* Initial public release

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 2.3.0 =
Major UI upgrade with modern dashboard and beautiful badge styling. Recommended update for all users!