=== Simple Stock Charts ===
Contributors: simul8or
Tags: stock quotes, stock charts, financial data, market data, stocks
Tested up to: 6.7
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Add simple, real-time stock quotes and basic charts to your WordPress site - completely free, no frills.

== Description ==

Simple Stock Charts is a lightweight, straightforward plugin that adds basic stock market data to your WordPress site. No complicated features, no premium upgrades - just the essentials you need:

* Live stock quotes
* Simple price charts
* Easy-to-use shortcodes
* Fast loading times
* Zero configuration needed

Perfect for:
- Personal finance blogs
- Investment websites
- News sites
- Anyone needing basic stock data

Just install and use this simple shortcode:
* `[simple_stock_charts]` - Display the stock widget on any page or post.

**Note:** This plugin uses external APIs to fetch stock data. Please ensure your site complies with your local regulations regarding financial data usage.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to `wp-content/plugins/simple-stock-charts`
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress
3. Add the `[simple_stock_charts]` shortcode to any post or page where you'd like to display the stock data.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is this plugin free? =
Yes, completely free with no premium version or upsells.

= Where does the market data come from? =
The stock data is fetched from Yahoo Finance via the `https://api.allorigins.win` proxy to avoid cross-origin issues.

= Does the plugin store any data? =
No, this plugin does not store or log any data on your site. It fetches stock data directly from external APIs in real time.

= Can I customize the charts? =
The plugin intentionally keeps things simple with a basic chart design that works well on all websites. If you wish to customize it further, you can modify the `style.css` file or use custom CSS.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release