=== SNY Auto Featured Image ===
Contributors: sanny_rss
Tags: featured image, default featured image, thumbnails, automatic, custom post type
Donate link: https://sanny.dev/?utm_source=wordpress_org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_campaign=sny-auto-featured-image&utm_content=donate
Requires at least: 3.5
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 2.0.3
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Automatically set a default featured image for posts, pages, or custom post types when none is assigned.

== Description ==

**Automatically set a default featured image** for your WordPress posts, pages, and custom post types. Save time and ensure every piece of content has a professional thumbnail!

#### Why Choose SNY Auto Featured Image?

Never publish a post without a featured image again. This lightweight plugin automatically assigns your chosen default image whenever you publish or update content that lacks a featured image.

#### Key Features

* **One-Click Setup** - Select any image from your media library as the default
* **Custom Post Type Support** - Works with posts, pages, WooCommerce products, and any custom post type
* **Category Filtering** - Set default images for specific categories only
* **Tag Filtering** - Target posts with specific tags
* **Non-Destructive** - Only adds images to posts without existing featured images
* **Lightweight & Fast** - No bloat, minimal database queries
* **GDPR Compliant** - Does not collect any personal data

#### Quick Setup

1. Go to **Settings > SNY Auto Featured Image**
2. Choose or upload an image from the media library
3. Select your post types and categories
4. Done! New posts will automatically get your default image

#### Perfect For

* **Bloggers** - Ensure consistent thumbnails across all posts
* **News Sites** - Never have a missing image in article feeds
* **WooCommerce Stores** - Default product images for quick imports
* **Developers** - Clean solution for client sites

#### Documentation & Support

For detailed guides and support, visit [sanny.dev](https://sanny.dev/?utm_source=wordpress_org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_campaign=sny-auto-featured-image&utm_content=description).

Found a bug or have a feature request? [Open an issue on GitHub](https://github.com/sannysri/WordPress-Auto-Featured-Image/issues).

#### More WordPress Plugins

Check out our other WordPress plugins at [sanny.dev/plugins](https://sanny.dev/plugins/?utm_source=wordpress_org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_campaign=sny-auto-featured-image&utm_content=more_plugins).

== Installation ==
1. Upload the SNY Auto Featured Image folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
2. Activate the plugin using the 'Plugins' menu in your WordPress admin panel.
3. Set the default image through your WordPress admin panel in Settings => "SNY Auto Featured Image".

== Screenshots ==
1. Settings page for "SNY Auto Featured Image".
2. Choose an image for the default thumbnail.
3. Featured Image will automatically get assigned if a post is being published or updated and is configured from the backend.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Will this plugin set a default thumbnail for all existing post-types/pages? =

Yes, it will work for all the post types you have configured from the plugin settings. The featured image will automatically get assigned if a post is being published or updated and is configured from the backend.

= Can I choose multiple post types for a single default image? =

Yes, you can.

= Can I choose different images for different post-types/categories? =

No, currently there is no such feature available, but you can hire experts from our team or request a completely custom plugin as per your needs.

== Changelog ==

= 2.0.3 =
* Added review request notice after 7 days of plugin use.
* Improved readme with better description and SEO optimization.
* Added sanny.dev links for documentation and support.

= 2.0.2 =
* Tested up to WordPress 6.9.
* Updated minimum PHP requirement to 7.4.
* Added GitHub Actions for automated deployments.

= 2.0.1 =
* Fixed readme issues (short description, tags).
* Updated assets and icons.
* Stable tag updated.

= 2.0 =
* Compatibility extended up to version 6.4.2.
* Code refactoring for improved efficiency.
* Addressed minor bug fixes.

= 1.5 =
* Compatible up to 6.2.3.
* Minor bug fix.

= 1.5 =
* Compatible up to 4.9.5.
* Minor bug fix.

= 1.4 =
* Compatible up to 4.5.1.
* Fix media popup selector.

= 1.3 =
* Bug Fix: WHITE blank screen when choosing an image for the featured image from the plugin panel.

= 1.2 =
* Bug Fix: Featured Image Return To Default When making Changes to Content.
  [Support Topic](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/when-featured-image-is-selected-it-still-use-the-default-image)

= 1.1 =
* Restrict to specific categories.
* Allow categories for all post types or for POST only.
* Menu moved under 'Settings'.

= 1.0 =
* First release.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.1 =
* Restrict to specific categories.
* Allow categories for all post types or for POST only.
* Menu moved under 'Settings'.

= 1.0 =
First Version.