=== QuickBlox SmartChat Assistant ===
Contributors: quickblox, qbsmartchatassistant
Tags: chatbot, ai assistant, smartchat, live chat, quickblox
Requires at least: 4.7
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.2
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Quickly integrate the QuickBlox AI-powered SmartChat Assistant into your WordPress site.

== Description ==

= 🚀 QuickBlox SmartChat Assistant — AI Chat Widget for WordPress =

Instant answers. Zero waiting. Smarter support.

SmartChat Assistant adds an AI-powered chat widget to your site so visitors get fast, helpful responses — day or night. Train it on your own knowledge, FAQs, or documentation, and it replies just like your team would (only faster).

= 💡 Why SmartChat Assistant? = 

Every visitor comes with a question — pricing, features, troubleshooting, appointment info, or something only your business knows. SmartChat Assistant responds instantly using the knowledge you train it with.

* 🧠 Handles conversations 24/7
* 💬 Reduces support load
* 🚀 Boosts conversions & engagement
* 📈 Gives insight into what customers really need

You save time, users get answers, everyone wins.

Start your [FREE trial](https://admin.quickblox.com/signup_assistant) today!

= ⭐ Key Features =

* **AI trained on your content** — upload pages, FAQs, docs.
* **Customizable widget** — colors, placement, greetings.
* **Unlimited simultaneous chats** — no queues or delays.
* **Page-selective display** — site-wide or targeted pages.
* **Optional human handover** for complex questions.
* **Insights & analytics** — see what customers ask most.

= 🔐 Need Healthcare Security? =

Choose **HIPAA SmartChat Assistant** for healthcare-grade privacy, PHI support, and a signed BAA. Perfect for clinics, telehealth, and medical SaaS.

= What You Can Use It For =

**Support automation**  =  Fewer repetitive questions
**Lead capture** = More conversions, even offline
**Patient/Client guidance** = Clear steps + helpful answers
**Product onboarding** = Users learn inside your app
**Sales enablement** = Respond to objections in real time

= Quick Setup =

1. Create or log in to your QuickBlox account
2. Copy your Widget ID from the dashboard
3. Paste it into WordPress → go live ✨

Setup takes minutes.
Don’t have a QuickBlox account? [Create one for free here!] (https://admin.quickblox.com/signup_assistant)

= Ready to try it? =

Install, connect, and watch SmartChat Assistant support your users instantly.

✨ Smarter chat.
🚀 More conversions.
💙 Happier users.

== FAQ ==

**Does it require coding?**
No — install, paste your App ID, and you’re running.

**Can I customize the look?**
Yes — colors, welcome messages, placement, and more.

**What content can it learn from?**
FAQs, website pages, documents, help articles — your voice, your data.

**Is it available for healthcare?**
Yes. A HIPAA version with PHI support + BAA is available.

**Can it hand off to a human?**
Yes, you can route conversations to a support agent when needed.

== External services ==

This plugin uses an external service provided by QuickBlox to display an AI chat widget on your site.

**What the service is and what it is used for:** The plugin loads the QuickBlox SmartChat Assistant widget (JavaScript) from QuickBlox servers. This widget is needed to show the chat interface to your visitors and to handle conversations, AI responses, and optional human handover.

**What data is sent and when:** When a page that has the chat widget enabled is loaded, the plugin loads the widget script from QuickBlox. The script is requested using your configured Widget ID (App ID). Messages and other data entered by visitors in the chat are processed by QuickBlox in accordance with their terms and privacy policy. The plugin does not send data to QuickBlox until the site administrator has configured a Widget ID in the plugin settings.

**QuickBlox service links:**
* Terms of Use: https://quickblox.com/terms-of-use/
* Terms of Service: https://quickblox.com/terms-of-service/
* Privacy Policy: https://quickblox.com/privacy-policy/

== Installation ==

= 🔧 Plugin Installation =

This guide will walk you through installing, configuring, and using the QuickBlox SmartChat Assistant for WordPress.

1. Download the plugin ZIP archive or upload the plugin via Plugins > Add New in your WordPress admin panel.
2. Click Activate after installation is complete.


= 🧩 Plugin Settings Panel =

Once activated, you will see a new menu item called QuickBlox  SmartChat Assistant in the admin menu.

Navigate to **Chat Assistant** → **Settings** to configure the plugin.

📌 **Required Setup**

Widget ID: This is required to connect the widget to your QuickBlox project.

Enable SmartChat Assistant Chatbot on All Pages: Check this to display the chatbot across your website.

Select a Specific Page: Choose which pages your chatbot appears on using the dropdown menu.

= 📝 QuickBlox Account Setup = 

You can create a new account for SmartChat Assistant directly from the plugin settings:

1. You can select a standard SmartChat plan or a **HIPAA plan** that provides additional security and compliance, depending on your needs.
2. Already have an account? Click **Log in to QuickBlox**.

= ⏱️ Trial Notification and Expiration =

When you activate the plugin, a 30-day trial period starts.

* You will see a warning message showing how many days are left.
* You can dismiss the notice if you have a paid subscription.
* When the trial ends, a message will inform you that the widget is no longer active.


== Screenshots ==

1. Activate the plugin after installation
2. Plugin settings panel with Widget ID configuration
3. QuickBlox account registration and login options


== Changelog ==
= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release
* SmartChat integration with App ID
* Support for enabling chat on all or selected pages
* Trial countdown notifications in admin panel
* Registration and login buttons for QuickBlox
* Admin styling and settings panel
* Security enhancements: nonce verification, input sanitization, and output escaping
* WordPress Coding Standards compliance
* Complete code documentation with doc comments
* Improved code formatting and structure

== Plugin Links ==
* Website: https://quickblox.com
* Support: https://help.quickblox.com/