=== Simple Force SSL ===
Contributors: imemine
Tags: redirect, https, ssl, force redirect, secure connection
Requires at least: 3.0
Tested up to: 6.7.1
Requires PHP: 5.6
Stable tag: trunk
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

This plugin forces all traffic to be redirected to the HTTPS version of your site using a 301 redirect.

== Description ==

Simple Force SSL ensures your site is served securely over HTTPS by redirecting all traffic from HTTP to HTTPS. This plugin uses a 301 redirect for optimal SEO performance.

### Features:
- Automatically redirects all non-secure traffic to the HTTPS version of your website.
- Simple on/off toggle available in the settings page under **Tools > Simple Force SSL**.
- Lightweight and efficient, with minimal impact on performance.

This plugin is ideal for websites with an SSL certificate installed and looking to enforce HTTPS for better security and user trust.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `simple-force-ssl` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory, or install the plugin directly through the WordPress plugins screen.
2. Activate the plugin through the **Plugins** menu in WordPress.
3. (Optional) Navigate to **Tools > Simple Force SSL** to toggle the redirection on or off.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Do I need an SSL certificate installed to use this plugin? =
Yes, this plugin assumes you already have an SSL certificate installed on your server. If you do not have an SSL certificate, contact your hosting provider to set one up.

= Will this plugin work on multisite installations? =
Yes, the plugin is compatible with WordPress multisite. However, you may need to configure it individually for each site.

= Does this plugin handle mixed content issues? =
No, this plugin focuses solely on redirecting traffic to HTTPS. Use other plugins or tools to address mixed content issues.

= Can I disable the redirect temporarily? =
Yes, you can toggle the redirect on or off through the settings page under **Tools > Simple Force SSL**.

== Screenshots ==

1. **Settings Page**: Toggle the force SSL redirection on or off.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 2.0 =
Added new features and improved code compatibility. Update for access to the settings page.

== License ==

This plugin is open-source software licensed under the [GPLv2 or later](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html).