=== ThumbsUp or Down Reactions ===
Contributors: ipodguy79
Tags: reactions, voting, thumbs up, user feedback, rating
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Stable tag: 1.8.1
Requires PHP: 7.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A lightweight and customizable thumbs up/down reaction plugin. Easily track likes and dislikes on any post, page, or custom post type.

== Description ==

**ThumbsUp or Down Reactions (TUOD)** is a clean, fast, and fully customizable WordPress plugin that allows visitors to express feedback on your content with a simple thumbs up 👍 or thumbs down 👎.

Packed with options but easy to use, TUOD works on any post type, includes per-IP voting protection, AJAX-based voting (no reloads), and customizable labels, colors, sizes, and optional glowing effects.

🧪 **Live Demo**: [hotspringsofbc.ca](https://www.hotspringsofbc.ca)

💎 **Pro version coming soon**: Upload your own icons, advanced styling, per-user voting, analytics, and more!

TUOD is built for creators, bloggers, ecommerce shops, and developers who want simple, stylish user interaction with zero bloat.

== Features ==

- 👍👎 Thumbs up/down voting on posts, pages, and products
- 💬 Customizable labels like “Liked this spring” or “Didn’t like this article”
- 🎨 Choose your own color and vote count text
- 🔒 One vote per post per visitor (IP-based)
- 🔁 Users can change their vote at any time
- ⚡ AJAX-based voting — no page reload
- 🧮 Total vote tracker shown in admin settings
- 📱 Fully responsive and mobile-friendly
- 🖼️ Icon display and thumb glow effects
- 🎛️ Lightweight and intuitive admin options
- 🧰 Cleanly coded and developer-friendly

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin zip file via the WordPress admin panel (Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin).
2. Activate the plugin through the “Plugins” menu.
3. Visit **Settings → TUOD Reactions** to configure your options.
4. Enable thumbs for posts, pages, or custom post types and you’re ready to go!

== Screenshots ==

1. Frontend thumbs with custom labels and styling
2. TUOD settings panel with customization options
3. Total vote counter in the plugin settings

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Can users vote more than once? =
Each visitor can vote once per post, and they can change their vote at any time. Voting is tracked by IP address.

= Will it work with WooCommerce products or custom post types? =
Yes! You can enable thumbs for any post type right from the TUOD settings page.

= Can I customize the wording, color, and size? =
Absolutely — you can change the label above the buttons, the text for each reaction, the color, and the size of both the thumbs and the text.

= Is there a Pro version? =
Yes — coming soon! The Pro version will include:
- Upload custom icons
- Logged-in user vote tracking
- Vote analytics dashboard
- Style per post type
- Shortcode mode
- Developer hooks

== Changelog ==

= 1.8 =
* First public release
* Per-IP vote tracking with vote switching
* Customizable labels, sizes, and colors
* AJAX voting with dynamic message update
* Settings panel with total vote tracker

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.8 =
Initial public release — clean, tested, and fully customizable.

== License ==

This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.