=== NZ PAYE Calculator ===
Contributors: jinsonkv10
Tags: paye, calculator, new zealand, tax, salary
Requires at least: 5.8
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 2.3.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A modern, responsive NZ PAYE calculator (2025/2026 rates) with KiwiSaver, Student Loan, and ACC deductions.

== Description ==

This plugin provides a professional "Salary Calculator" block for New Zealand websites. It instantly calculates take-home pay, tax (PAYE), ACC levies, and Student Loan repayments based on the 2025/2026 IRD tax brackets.

[View the Live Demo on PayeCalculatorNZ.nz](https://payecalculatornz.nz/)

**Features:**
* **Instant Calculation:** Results update immediately (JavaScript-based).
* **Pro Layout:** Clean, responsive design with "Dashboard" style inputs.
* **Accurate 2025/2026 Rates:** Includes the latest ACC Earner Levy (1.6%) and tax brackets.
* **Detailed Matrix:** Shows breakdown for Hourly, Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly, and Yearly pay.
* **Privacy Focused:** No data is stored or sent to external servers. All calculations happen in the user's browser.

**How to use:**
Simply add the shortcode `[nz_paye_calculator]` to any page or post.

== Installation ==

1.  Upload the `nz-paye-calculator` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2.  Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
3.  Place `[nz_paye_calculator]` in any page, post, or widget.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is this calculator updated for the 2025/2026 tax year? =
Yes, it uses the official IRD rates effective from April 1, 2025. You can read more about the [tax rate breakdown here](https://payecalculatornz.nz/).

== Screenshots ==

1.  The calculator input interface with toggles.
2.  The results matrix showing Net Pay breakdown.

== Changelog ==

= 2.3.0 =
* Updated layout to match modern dashboard styling.
* Added Kiwi Bird icon.
* Fixed alignment issues on mobile devices.
* Optimized for 2025/2026 tax year.