=== Scinorx Consent Lite ===
Contributors: scinorxtechnologies
Tags: cookie notice, consent, privacy, google consent mode, small business
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A lightweight cookie consent notice and Google Consent Mode helper for small business WordPress websites.

== Description ==

Scinorx Consent Lite helps small business websites show a simple cookie consent banner and store visitor choices in the visitor's browser.

The plugin is designed to be lightweight, clear, and easy to configure. It does not require an external account and does not send consent data to Scinorx.

Consent Lite can also send Google Consent Mode v2 helper signals when Google tags are already present on the website. It does not install Google Analytics or Google Tag Manager.

= Features =

* Cookie consent banner
* Accept all, reject non-essential, and manage choices
* Analytics and marketing preference toggles
* Consent stored in browser localStorage
* Google Consent Mode v2 helper
* Privacy policy link
* Banner or modal layout
* Top or bottom position
* Reopen preferences shortcode
* No cloud account required
* No consent data sent to Scinorx

= Shortcode =

Use this shortcode to let visitors reopen their preferences:

`[scxcl_consent_preferences label="Cookie preferences"]`

= Important note =

Scinorx Consent Lite is a consent helper. It does not guarantee legal compliance. Site owners are responsible for reviewing legal requirements, configuring scripts appropriately, and updating their privacy/cookie policy.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin folder to `/wp-content/plugins/` or install the plugin zip from WordPress admin.
2. Activate `Scinorx Consent Lite`.
3. Go to `Consent Lite` in the WordPress dashboard.
4. Configure your banner message, privacy policy URL, and Consent Mode settings.
5. Visit the frontend in a private browser window to test the banner.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does this guarantee GDPR, CCPA, or other privacy compliance? =

No. This plugin helps site owners present and store consent choices. Legal compliance depends on your website, scripts, policies, location, and legal requirements.

= Does this plugin scan cookies? =

No. This plugin does not include cookie scanning.

= Does this plugin block third-party scripts? =

No. This plugin provides a consent banner and Google Consent Mode helper. Site owners are responsible for configuring their scripts based on their consent and privacy requirements.

= Where is consent stored? =

Consent choices are stored in the visitor's browser using localStorage.

= Does this send data to Scinorx? =

No. Consent Lite does not send visitor consent data to Scinorx.

= Does it install Google Analytics or Google Tag Manager? =

No. It only sends consent mode signals when Google tags are already present.

== Screenshots ==

1. Consent banner on the frontend.
2. Manage choices view.
3. Consent Lite settings page.
4. Google Consent Mode settings.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial release.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release with consent banner, preference controls, localStorage storage, shortcode, and Google Consent Mode helper.
