## Changelog

### Version 1.5.1
**Release Date:** July 2026
- Fixed a fatal error on activation for some installs — the plugin was require_once'ing a helper file from the build source tree (packages/blocks/utils/) instead of includes/, which isn't guaranteed to exist in every deployment. Moved the same functions into includes/EncodeDecode.php.

### Version 1.5.0
**Release Date:** July 2026
- Map styles, unlimited markers, location search, fullscreen, and responsive height now actually render on the live front end when an API key is configured (previously only worked in the editor preview)
- New: Advanced Filters — assign categories to markers, visitors can filter which ones show
- New: Directions & Routing — optional "Get Directions" button per marker
- New: Map Layers — optional traffic, transit, and bicycling overlays
- New: Marker List View — optional clickable marker list next to or below the map
- New: Google Maps API key can now be set directly from the block's Inspector settings, in addition to Settings → GeoVerse Maps
- Security: marker titles are now HTML-escaped before being rendered in the map popup, closing a stored script-injection risk
- Redesigned marker popup card and marker list styling
- Fixed marker address search, category picker layout, and map preview reliability in the editor
- Now requires WordPress 6.1+

### Version 1.4.1
**Release Date:** May 2026
- Updated build toolchain and npm dependencies (@wordpress/scripts, @wordpress/icons, and related packages)
- Maintenance release for improved editor compatibility and build stability

### Version 1.4.0
**Release Date:** May 2026
- Bumped version to 1.4.0; SEO-focused plugin title and readme metadata for WordPress.org discoverability
- Refined short and long descriptions for Google Maps, Gutenberg, store locator, and local SEO keywords
- Tested against current WordPress releases; general compatibility and maintenance

### Version 1.3.2
**Release Date:** July 2025
- Renamed plugin to "GeoVerse Maps" to comply with WordPress directory guidelines
- Fixed compatibility issues with latest WordPress version
- Enhanced map performance and stability
- Improved user interface for better usability

### Version 1.3.1
**Release Date:** July 2025
- Updated plugin name to "GeoVerse Maps" to comply with WordPress guidelines
- Fixed compatibility issues with latest WordPress version
- Enhanced map performance and stability

### Version 1.3.0
**Release Date:** July 2025
- Enhanced map performance and loading speed
- Improved mobile responsiveness and touch controls
- Updated Google Maps integration for better compatibility
- Bug fixes and stability improvements
- Code optimization and security enhancements

