=== AI Auto Responder Light ===
Contributors: aigeekypanda
Tags: ai, auto-reply, contact-form, openai, email
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.4.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Smart AI‑powered replies for Contact Form 7 — instantly engage leads, save time, and increase conversions with personalized, professional auto‑responses.

== Description ==

**AI Auto Responder Light** turns your **Contact Form 7** into a smart, 24/7 “virtual assistant.” As soon as someone submits your form, your site automatically sends a customized reply—no manual intervention needed.

Key benefits:

- 🚀 **Instant Engagement**  
  Stop losing leads. Auto‑respond in seconds with a human‑like message.

- 💼 **Professional Tone**  
  Configure your company “persona” once, and the AI always reflects your brand’s voice.

- 📊 **Conversion Booster**  
  Quick replies increase trust and open rates, leading to more booked calls or sales.

- 🔒 **Own Your Data**  
  All conversation logs are stored in your database—no third‑party storage.

**How it works**  
1. You install and activate Light.  
2. Enter your **OpenAI API key** and a short **business description** in Settings.  
3. Every CF7 submission triggers an API call to OpenAI.  
4. Your visitor receives a tailored email reply automatically.  
5. Review and analyze the last 20 conversations in the **Logs** tab.

Upgrade to Pro to unlock:
*️⃣ WPForms, Ninja Forms, Formidable & WooCommerce support  
*️⃣ Custom “From” address, subject lines & email templates  
*️⃣ GPT‑3.5 / GPT‑4 selector and advanced AI prompt rules  
*️⃣ License activation, automatic updates & priority support  

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `ai-auto-responder-light` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/`.  
2. Activate the plugin via the **Plugins** menu in WordPress.  
3. Navigate to **AI Auto Responder → Settings**.  
4. Enter your **OpenAI API key**, your **business description**, and save.  
5. Confirm that your CF7 forms include fields: `your-name`, `your-email`, `your-message`.  
6. Submit a form to see the AI‑generated reply in action!

== Screenshots ==

1. **Settings Tab** — API key input, business description, and form selection  
2. **Logs Tab** — Date, visitor email, prompt, and AI response  
3. **Info Tab** — Usage tips and disclaimers  
4. **Pro Features Tab** — Quick overview of the upgrade benefits  

== FAQ ==

= Will this plugin slow down my site? =  
No—each auto‑response runs asynchronously, so your front‑end performance is unaffected.

= Does it work with other form plugins? =  
Light only supports Contact Form 7. Pro adds WPForms, Ninja Forms, Formidable & WooCommerce integrations.

= Where is my conversation data stored? =  
All logs are saved in your WordPress database under a custom option. You own and control your data.

= Can I customize the email content? =  
Light uses a simple subject/body template. The Pro version offers full email‑template customization.

= How many auto‑replies are logged? =  
The Light version stores the **20 most recent** conversations. Pro offers advanced filtering, export, and unlimited logs.

== Changelog ==

= 1.4.0 =
* New: Temporarily disable AI reply feature
* Improved admin UI and styles
* Updated plugin screenshot
* Minor content tweaks in readme

= 1.3.0 =  
* Added API key masking + “Show API Key” toggle  
* Introduced fully tabbed UI (Settings, Logs, Info, Pro Features)  
* Improved AI prompts for more natural, polite replies  
* Conversation logs now include the visitor’s email address  
* New **Disclaimer & Info** tab with best‑practice tips

= 1.2.0 =  
* Initial public release  
* Auto‑reply integration with Contact Form 7  
* Basic conversation logging (last 20 entries)

== Upgrade to Pro ==

Want **more control, integrations and priority support**? Check out the Pro version at: https://ai.geekypanda.fi/

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