=== VertiMonial ===
Contributors: haseebabidofficial
Author URI: https://profiles.wordpress.org/haseebabidofficial/
Tags: testimonial, testimonials slider, vertical slider, review carousel, lightweight, responsive, shortcode
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Stable tag: 1.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Create a beautiful vertical testimonial slider with a clean design and shortcode support. Showcase client feedback, reviews, or quotes with responsive scrolling animation.

== Description ==
**VertiMonial** is a lightweight, SEO-friendly, and easy-to-use WordPress plugin that helps you display testimonials in a vertical scrolling slider format.

Designed with performance in mind, VertiMonial allows you to manage testimonials (client feedback, reviews, or quotes) from your admin panel and showcase them using a simple shortcode. Each testimonial includes the person's name, designation/role, image, and message. Ideal for portfolios, agencies, freelancers, and businesses that want to build trust.

**Key Features:**
- Vertical auto-scrolling slider
- Backend testimonial management
- Add title (name), content, image, and role/designation
- Clean and responsive layout
- Lightweight and fast performance
- Easy shortcode integration: `[vertim_testimonials_slider]`

== Installation ==
1. Upload the plugin folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory. *(Make sure folder name is `vertimonial`)*
2. Activate the plugin via the WordPress "Plugins" menu.
3. Navigate to `VertiMonial` in your WordPress admin dashboard.
4. Add testimonials using "Add New".
5. Insert the shortcode `[vertim_testimonials_slider]` into any post, page, or widget area.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= 🔹 How do I add a testimonial? =
Go to `VertiMonial > Add New`, enter a name, testimonial content, featured image, and optionally a role or designation.

= 🔹 Can I customize the slider? =
Yes, edit the CSS file at `assets/css/slider.css` for styling. For advanced functionality, developer assistance is recommended.

= 🔹 Does it work with all themes? =
Yes, VertiMonial is built to be theme-agnostic and works with most modern WordPress themes.

= 🔹 Is it translation ready? =
Yes, the plugin is prepared for localization using the `vertimonial` text domain.

== Screenshots ==
1. Testimonial admin interface (add/edit testimonials).
2. Vertical scrolling testimonial display on the front-end.

== Changelog ==
= 1.0 =
* Initial release of the VertiMonial plugin.
* Includes vertical auto-scroll slider and backend testimonial management.

== Upgrade Notice ==
= 1.0 =
First version of VertiMonial plugin. No upgrade necessary at this time.

== Support ==

Need help or have a question about VertiMonial?

📩 Email: haseebratedsolution2308@gmail.com  
💬 WhatsApp: https://wa.me/923356879668 *(Feel free to ask plugin-related questions only)*  
🧰 Documentation: Coming soon...

If you find this plugin helpful, please consider leaving a ★★★★★ rating to support future development!

**Thank you for using VertiMonial!**