=== R2B Partial COD Lite for WooCommerce ===
Contributors: round2begins
Tags: woocommerce, partial cod, cash on delivery, payments, advance payment
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.1.1
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Collect a small advance online and the rest via Cash on Delivery — increase trust and reduce RTO for WooCommerce stores.

== Description ==

**Partial COD Lite for WooCommerce** enables store owners to accept a small advance payment online and collect the remaining balance upon delivery.  

This helps reduce fake orders, RTO (Return to Origin) losses, and improves customer trust.  
It’s simple, flexible, and works with any payment gateway.

Upgrade to the **Pro version** for:
- Percentage or fixed advance configuration  
- Extra COD charge support  
- Customizable labels and messages  
- Block-based checkout compatibility  
- Priority support and updates  

👉 [Upgrade to Pro](https://round2begins.com/partial-cod-for-woocommerce/) to unlock these features.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to `/wp-content/plugins/partial-cod-lite-for-woocommerce/` or install via WordPress Plugin Installer.
2. Activate the plugin through the "Plugins" screen in WordPress.
3. Go to **WooCommerce → Settings → Payments → Partial COD Lite** to configure your options.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does it work with all payment gateways? =
Yes, the plugin is payment-gateway independent. It only requires that you have at least one online payment method active for the advance payment.

= Is it compatible with WooCommerce blocks (new checkout)? =
The Lite version supports classic checkout. The Pro version supports block-based checkout.

= Can I customize the advance amount or add extra charges? =
Those options are available in the Pro version.

== Screenshots ==

1. Plugin settings page under WooCommerce → Payments.
2. Checkout page showing the Partial COD Lite payment option.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release of Partial COD Lite for WooCommerce.
* Basic partial payment functionality.
* Upgrade notice and link to Pro version.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
This is the Lite version. Upgrade to Pro for extra COD charges, percentage-based advance, and block checkout support.