=== Easy Update Notifier ===
Contributors: bldwebdevs
Tags: updates, notifications, admin bar, plugins, email
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.6
Requires PHP: 7.2
Stable tag: 2.1
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Easily monitor and receive email notifications for available plugin, theme, and WordPress core updates from the admin dashboard.

== Description ==

The **Easy Update Notifier** plugin provides WordPress administrators with a quick and easy way to monitor and receive email notifications about available updates. This includes notifications for plugin, theme, and WordPress core updates, all accessible from the admin dashboard.

Features include:
- "Check Plugin Updates" option in the WordPress admin bar.
- Dashboard page showing available updates for plugins, themes, and the core.
- Customizable email notifications, sent based on user-configurable intervals.
- Flexible update check intervals: daily, every 15 days, or every 30 days.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/easy-update-notifier/` directory, or install the plugin directly through the WordPress plugins screen.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress.
3. Go to **Settings > Update Notification Settings** to configure the email notification settings and check interval.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Can I customize the update check interval? =
Yes, you can set the update check interval to daily, every 15 days, or every 30 days.

= How do I check for updates manually? =
Click the "Check Plugin Updates" option in the WordPress admin bar to view available updates.

= How do I send a test email? =
You can send a test email from the **Update Notification Settings** page in your WordPress admin dashboard.

= What should I do if I’m not receiving email notifications? =
Ensure that the email address set in **Update Notification Settings** is correct. Also, verify that your server supports the wp_mail function for email delivery. If issues persist, consider using an SMTP plugin to improve email reliability.

== Screenshots ==

1. **Admin bar option** - Shows the "Check Plugin Updates" option directly in the admin bar for quick access to update information.
2. **Settings page** - Allows configuration of email notification settings and interval options for update checks.
3. **Updates list** - Displays a list of available updates for plugins, themes, and the WordPress core on a dedicated admin page.

== Changelog ==

= 2.0 =
* Added support for theme and core update notifications.
* Introduced custom email intervals (15 days, 30 days).
* Enhanced admin interface for easier management of update settings.
* Improved email content for update notifications.

= 1.0 =
* Initial release.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 2.0 =
Major update with theme and core update notifications and new email interval options. Recommended upgrade for enhanced monitoring.

== License ==

This plugin is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later.