=== Total Views ===
Contributors: dizetech
Donate link: https://dizetech.in  
Tags: page views, traffic counter, analytics, shortcode, visitor statistics
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.2
Stable tag: 1.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Count total page views on your WordPress site and display them with a simple shortcode. Customizable label, styles, and editable page views.

== Description ==

Total Views is a lightweight WordPress plugin that allows you to **count total page views** and display them anywhere using the `[total_views]` shortcode.  

Features include:

* Counts **total page views** for your website.  
* Display total views with a **customizable label**.  
* Style options: **bold, italic, underline, color**.  
* Editable **total page views** number in the settings to manually adjust.  
* Front-end shortcode `[total_views]` displays the counter exactly as in the admin preview.  
* CSS classes: `total-views-label` and `total-views-count` for advanced styling.  
* Optional **“Check tutorial” button** linking to a video guide.  
* Responsive admin settings page.  

Ideal for bloggers, developers, and website owners who want **quick traffic insight** with minimal setup.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `total-views` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/`.  
2. Activate the plugin via the **Plugins** menu in WordPress.  
3. Navigate to **Settings → Total Views** to configure label, color, and styles.  
4. Use the shortcode `[total_views]` anywhere to display total views.  
5. To reset the counter, set **Total Page Views** to `0` and save changes.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does Total Views count unique visitors or total page views? =
It counts **total page views**, including repeat visits from the same user. For unique visitor tracking, use Google Analytics.

= Can I set total page views manually? =
Yes, you can update the **Total Page Views** value in the settings panel and save changes.

= Can I customize the counter style? =
Yes! Use the classes `total-views-label` and `total-views-count` in your theme CSS. Add `!important` if needed to override plugin styles.

= Does the color picker work on mobile devices? =
Yes, modern Android and iOS browsers support `<input type="color">` natively.

= Is this plugin SEO-friendly? =
Yes. The output is semantic HTML and does not negatively affect SEO.

= Can I use the shortcode in widgets or footer? =
Yes, `[total_views]` works in posts, pages, widgets, footer, and sidebar areas.

= Does the plugin work with any WordPress theme? =
Yes, it is lightweight and compatible with all modern WordPress themes.

== Screenshots ==

1. Admin settings page – left panel: settings, right panel: shortcode preview.  
2. Front-end display in footer using `[total_views]`.  
3. Front-end display in sidebar using `[total_views]`.  

== Changelog ==

= 1.0 =
* Initial release.  
* Counts total page views.  
* Shortcode `[total_views]` added.  
* Editable total page views in admin settings.  
* Customizable label, color, and text styles.  
* Admin preview using shortcode output.  
* Responsive admin layout.  
* “Check tutorial” button added.  

== Keywords ==

page views, visitor counter, traffic analytics, shortcode counter, total views plugin, front-end page views, visitor statistics, WP plugin traffic, lightweight analytics