=== BackSEO Meta Description ===
Contributors: backstudio
Tags: seo, meta description, open graph, meta tags, snippet
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.1.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Add a custom meta description to pages, posts and custom post types. Live Google preview, character counter and Open Graph support.

== Description ==

BackSEO

Better Meta Tags. Better Rankings.

BackSEO Meta Description is a WordPress SEO plugin that helps you add custom meta descriptions to every page, post and public custom post type.

Improve your click-through rate in Google, control how your pages appear in search results, and generate clean SEO meta tags without using heavy all-in-one SEO plugins.

Built for performance, simplicity and ease of use.

= Features =

* Add a custom meta description to pages, posts and public custom post types
* Meta Box directly below the WordPress editor
* Automatic injection into `<head>`:
  * `<meta name="description">`
  * `<meta property="og:description">`
* Live Google SERP preview while typing
* Smart character counter:
  * Red: too long (over 160 characters)
  * Orange: too short (under 120 characters)
  * Green: optimal length
* "Meta Description" column in admin content lists
* Settings page under Settings > BackSEO Meta
* Works with Gutenberg
* Translation ready (English / French)
* Secure development:
  * Nonces
  * Data sanitization
  * Capability checks

= Why choose BackSEO Meta Description? =

* Lightweight and fast
* Easy to use
* Focused only on meta descriptions
* Better SEO control page by page
* Great alternative to complex SEO suites
* Ideal for agencies, freelancers, bloggers and businesses

= Developed by Back Studio =

Created by Back Studio, a WordPress web agency specialized in custom development, SEO and high-performance websites.

https://backstudio.fr

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `backseo-meta-description` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
3. Edit any page, post or supported content type.
4. Enter your custom meta description below the editor.
5. Update or publish your content.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= What does this plugin do? =
It adds a custom meta description field to WordPress content and automatically outputs SEO meta tags in the page head.

= Is it compatible with Gutenberg? =
Yes. The plugin supports WordPress 5.0+ and works with the Gutenberg editor.

= Does it support custom post types? =
Yes. All public custom post types are supported.

= Does it add Open Graph tags? =
Yes. The plugin automatically adds the `og:description` tag.

= Is it compatible with Yoast SEO or Rank Math? =
Yes, but avoid using multiple meta description fields on the same content to prevent duplicates.

= Is it lightweight? =
Yes. The plugin is focused only on meta descriptions, without unnecessary features.

== Screenshots ==

1. Interface to write the meta description
2. Meta description length validation with color indicators
3. Live Google preview of the meta description
4. Plugin settings page with usage instructions

== Changelog ==

= 1.1.0 =
* Renamed plugin to BackSEO Meta Description
* Updated all prefixes to backseo_ for WordPress coding standards compliance
* Fixed real-time character counter and SERP preview in Gutenberg iframe context
* Fixed escaping warnings to match WordPress coding standards
* Removed deprecated `load_plugin_textdomain()` call
* Updated compatibility up to WordPress 6.9

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial public release

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.1.0 =
Important improvements for Gutenberg compatibility and WordPress coding standards.

== Credits ==

Developed by Back Studio https://backstudio.fr
