=== PostTally ===
Contributors: coderevolution
Donate link: https://www.paypal.me/CodeRevolution
Tags: post count, shortcode, stats, utility
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A plugin that adds a [post_count] shortcode to display the total number of published posts.

== Description ==
**PostTally** is a lightweight WordPress plugin that provides a simple `[post_count]` shortcode. It displays the total number of published posts of the default "post" type, ideal for showcasing site activity in your content.

== Installation ==
1. Upload the `posttally` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
3. Use the `[post_count]` shortcode anywhere in your content to display the total number of published posts.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= How do I use the plugin? =
Simply add the `[post_count]` shortcode to any post, page, or text widget.

= Does it count all post types? =
No, it only counts published posts of the default "post" type.

== Changelog ==
= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release.

== Upgrade Notice ==
= 1.0.0 =
Initial release, no upgrades yet.