=== QA Assistant === Contributors: QuarkA Tags: analytics, assistants, heatmap, insights, privacy-friendly Tested up to: 6.8 Requires at least: 5.9 Stable tag: 5.0.0.0 Requires PHP: 7.0 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html Let your data speak — assistants with different perspectives help you understand your site, alongside heatmaps and replays. == Description == QA Assistant goes beyond analytics — it’s a companion that helps your data speak, with Assistants that reveal insights you can act on. Each Assistant offers a unique way to look at your site — from quick overviews to social trends and growth insights. You can still explore familiar tools like heatmaps, session replays, and reports — and Assistants will gradually bring more context to them. No complex setup or technical skills needed. QA Assistant makes discovering your site’s stories simple, visual, and a little fun too. == Features == ### Assistants — your data-driven companions Each Assistant offers a unique way to understand your site. From traffic overviews to social engagement or content insights, they highlight what truly matters — in plain words you can grasp. More Assistants will keep joining, each bringing a new perspective to your data. ### Heatmaps & Session Replays — see how visitors behave Visualize how people interact with your site: where they click, scroll, and pause. Session Replays let you follow their real journeys, helping you discover friction points and hidden opportunities. ### Reports & Trends — your site at a glance Access clear, intuitive charts and summaries that show what’s working and where to improve. Switch to **Advanced Mode** to unlock detailed metrics and comparison tools. ### Cookie-less Tracking — privacy made simple Track user behavior responsibly. QA Assistant includes a cookie-less tracking mode, so you can comply with privacy rules without losing insight. ### Built for WordPress — light, secure, and extendable Designed to blend seamlessly with your dashboard. QA Assistant follows WordPress coding standards, loads only what’s needed, and supports modular extensions for future Assistants. == Important Notes == * QA Assistant collects data in real time, but analytical reports are processed overnight. You can see live visit counts immediately, while detailed insights (used by Assistants) become available the following day. * Please do not compress or minify JavaScript used by QA Assistant or WordPress. Some optimization plugins may interfere with tracking; exclude QA Assistant–related scripts if needed. * Make sure your PHP memory limit is sufficient for data processing. If your server uses a very low limit (for example, 256 MB or less), some processes may fail. * For detailed technical guidance or troubleshooting steps, please see the [Documentation](https://docs.quarka.org/). == Frequently Asked Questions == = What are Assistants? = Assistants are smart companions that help you understand your site from different perspectives — such as overview, SEO, social engagement, or growth. Each Assistant highlights insights in its own way, turning data into simple, meaningful guidance. = Do I need all Assistants to use QA Assistant? = No. You can start with the basic setup and add Assistants as you like. They are modular extensions — each one focuses on a different aspect of your site. = Can I still use Heatmaps and Session Replays? = Absolutely. Heatmaps and replays remain part of the QA experience. They work alongside your Assistants, helping you see what happens on your pages in real time. = Is there a limit to the number of Heatmap pages? = No. You can view and analyze heatmaps for all pages on your site without limitation. = Does QA Assistant count bot data? = No. Major bots such as Googlebot are automatically excluded from tracking. However, if you need stricter control, consider using a dedicated bot-blocking plugin. = Can I use a cache plugin? = Some cache plugins may rewrite or minify JavaScript automatically, which can interfere with tracking. If you encounter issues, see the [Documentation](https://docs.quarka.org/) for setup tips. = Does QA Assistant require cookies to track visitors? = No. It supports a cookie-less tracking mode for privacy-friendly analytics. You can measure user behavior safely even if visitors reject consent banners. = What happened to QA Analytics? = QA Assistant is the new, unified version of those projects — redesigned for better usability, performance, and future expandability. Your existing data and settings remain compatible. = Will there be more Assistants in the future? = Yes! We’re continuously developing new Assistants for different viewpoints — from marketing and UX to performance insights. In the future, we also plan to open the Assistants framework for developers who want to create their own. Stay tuned for updates on the [official site](https://quarka.org/en-assistants/). == Screenshots == 1. Choose your Assistant — Overview, Social, Growth, and more. 2. Let your Assistant suggest what matters — see quick analyses and helpful tips. 3. View visit data and reports with clear graphs and tables. 4. See how visitors interact through heatmaps. 5. Replay real sessions to understand user behavior. == Changelog == = 5.0.0.0 = *Release Date: November 2, 2025* - Initial release of **QA Assistant**, successor to **QA Analytics**. - Introduces the **Assistants** feature to extend functionality via add-ons. - Reports are now split into dedicated admin submenus (previously all under **Home**). - Refined **Heatmap view** toolbar/layout and styles; added a toolbar action to create a new heatmap version. - Introduced dedicated config file **qa-config.php** to define PV limits and data retention. - Minor bug fixes, stability improvements, and compatibility updates.