=== Pixel Share Gate ===
Contributors: yourname
Tags: share, lock, social, content-locker, social-share
Requires at least: 6.4
Tested up to: 6.7
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.4-free
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
Donate link: https://example.com/donate

Unlock content by sharing on social networks. Free version includes Telegram, WhatsApp, and Rubika with view-based limits.

== Description ==

Pixel Share Gate is a WordPress plugin that allows you to lock your content behind a share gate. Users must share the page on one of the selected social networks to view the content.

**Free Version Features:**
- Support for social networks: Telegram, WhatsApp, Rubika
- Auto-lock content based on post type
- Set access validity based on number of views
- Meta box to enable/disable lock per post
- Multiple shortcodes for advanced control
- Display share statistics in dashboard

**Pro Version Features:**
- All free features plus:
- Additional networks: Facebook, Twitter, Eitaa, Soroush, Bale
- Time-based access validity (hours, days, weeks, months, forever)
- Restrict by categories or specific post IDs
- Exempt specific user roles from the lock

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `pixel-share-gate` folder to `wp-content/plugins/`.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
3. Go to 'Share Lock' menu and configure settings.
4. Use the `[pixel_share_gate]` shortcode or enable auto-lock.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I disable the lock on a specific post? =

In the post edit screen, in the "Pixel Share Gate" meta box, select "Disabled".

= If a user has already shared, do they need to share again? =

No, after successful sharing, a cookie is stored and content will be displayed without requiring another share until the validity expires.

= Which social networks are supported in the free version? =

Telegram, WhatsApp, and Rubika. More networks are available in the Pro version.

== Screenshots ==
1. The main settings page of Share Lock.
2. Meta box to enable/disable lock on a post editing screen.
3. The locked content area with share buttons on the front end.
4. Share statistics dashboard widget.

== Upgrade Notice ==
= 1.0.4-free =
* First free version. No special upgrade steps required.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.4-free =
* Free version release with limited features and upgrade prompts

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release