=== Uttik FAQ Widget + Schema : AI Answer Engine ===
Contributors: uttik, honeysingh
Tags: faq, support, widget, schema, seo, aeo, ai
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 2.0.2
Requires PHP: 7.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

AI-powered FAQs, structured answers, and schema automation to reduce support load and improve search visibility.

== Description ==

Uttik AI Answer Engine helps WordPress websites answer customer questions clearly, consistently, and at scale.

The plugin connects your website with the [Uttik platform](https://uttik.com) to power an AI-driven FAQ and support layer. It enables you to generate FAQs from your website content, organize them into a centralized knowledge system, and automatically apply Schema.org markup so search engines and AI answer engines can better understand your content.

Uttik is designed for websites that want to reduce repetitive support queries, improve FAQ coverage, and maintain a single source of truth for answers.

A valid **Uttik Organization ID** is required to use this plugin.

== Why Use Uttik ==

* Centralize answers using a structured **Knowledge Vault**
* Generate FAQs using AI based on real content and queries
* Automatically apply Schema.org FAQPage markup
* Provide instant answers through widgets and smart chat
* Learn from user questions to continuously improve content

== Core Features ==

**[AI FAQ Generation](https://uttik.com/features/ai-faq-generation)**  
Generate and refine FAQs using AI based on your website content and user intent.

**[Knowledge Vault](https://uttik.com/features/knowledge-vault)**  
Create a centralized knowledge base by importing your website sitemap or pages.

**Schema.org Automation**  
Automatically generates FAQPage structured data to improve search visibility and eligibility for rich results.

**[FAQ Customization](https://uttik.com/features/faq-customization)**  
Control how FAQs are displayed to match your site’s layout and branding.

**[Analytics Dashboard](https://uttik.com/features/analytics-dashboard)**  
Track FAQ engagement, usage patterns, and unanswered queries.

**[Support Queries](https://uttik.com/features/support-queries)**  
Capture real user questions and identify content gaps that need answers.

**[Smart Chat Support](https://uttik.com/features/smart-chat-support)**  
Provide instant, AI-assisted answers through an embedded smart chat experience.

== Getting Started ==

= Quick Start Guide =

1. Install **Uttik AI Answer Engine** from the WordPress Plugin Directory.
2. Activate the plugin from the **Plugins** screen.
3. Go to **Uttik AI FAQ > FAQ Widget Settings** and get your **Uttik Organization ID** from  
   https://uttik.com
4. In your Uttik dashboard, create your first **Knowledge Vault** by importing your website sitemap.
5. Copy the Organization ID and paste it into the plugin settings to complete setup.

== Helpful Resources ==

**[All Features Overview](https://uttik.com/features)**  
Explore all Uttik capabilities and modules.

**[Frequently Asked Questions](https://uttik.com/faqs/)**  
Common questions about Uttik functionality and usage.

**[Help Guides & Documentation](https://uttik.com/articles)**  
Product guides, setup tutorials, and best practices.

== Case Study ==

**[HONOR India – Customer Support & Brand Reputation](https://uttik.com/articles/how-honor-india-customer-support-and-brand-reputation-with-uttik-ai-answer-engine)**  
Learn how Uttik was used to structure answers and improve support workflows.


### Video Overview – See Uttik Dashboard Guide in Action
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XH3BQBM3vZo]


== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to `/wp-content/plugins/uttik-answer-engine`, or install via the WordPress Plugins screen.
2. Activate the plugin.
3. Navigate to **Settings > Uttik AI FAQ** and enter your Uttik Organization ID.
4. Use the `[uttik_faq_widget]` shortcode to display FAQs anywhere on your site.

== External Services ==

This plugin connects to the following third-party services:

**Uttik API**  
Used to fetch FAQs, AI-generated answers, knowledge vault data, and analytics.  
Terms of Service: https://uttik.com/terms-of-service  
Privacy Policy: https://uttik.com/privacy-policy

**Google**  
Used for sitemap pinging to improve FAQ discovery.  
Terms: https://policies.google.com/terms  
Privacy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

**Bing**  
Used for sitemap pinging to improve FAQ indexing.  
Terms: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/servicesagreement/  
Privacy: https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement

== Changelog ==

= 2.0.2 =
* Improved README structure and onboarding clarity
* Added smart, label-accurate documentation links
* Minor stability improvements

= 1.0.11 =
* Addressed WordPress.org review feedback
* Security and compliance fixes

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release