=== PhoenixForge QuickStart ===
Contributors: ryanpurvisphoenixforge
Tags: setup wizard, onboarding, configuration, security, optimization
Requires at least: 6.2
Tested up to: 7.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 2.1.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

8-step guided wizard to take a WordPress site from blank to launch-ready with security and performance built in.

== Description ==

PhoenixForge QuickStart walks you through an 8-step wizard that configures a fresh WordPress installation for production. Content scaffolding, essential settings, security hardening, and performance optimisation — all done in minutes instead of hours.

**The problem:** Setting up a new WordPress site properly takes hours. You need to configure permalinks, set up security, optimise performance, create essential pages, configure SEO basics, and harden the installation. Most people skip steps and launch with a half-configured site.

**The solution:** PhoenixForge QuickStart guides you through every essential configuration step. Each step explains what it does and why, applies best-practice settings, and verifies the result. Go from a blank WordPress install to launch-ready in under 10 minutes.

= Free Features =

* 8-step guided setup wizard
* Essential page creation (Privacy, Terms, Contact, 404)
* Permalink and site settings optimisation
* Basic security hardening (login protection, file permissions)
* Performance quick wins (caching headers, asset optimisation)
* SEO basics configuration (titles, meta, sitemap)

= Pro Features =

* Custom wizard templates for different site types
* WooCommerce setup steps
* Advanced security hardening (firewall rules, brute force protection)
* Theme and plugin recommendation engine
* Branded wizard for agencies to use on client sites
* Priority support

= Part of the PhoenixForge Suite =

PhoenixForge QuickStart is the perfect starting point for a PhoenixForge-powered site. After the wizard, install PhoenixForge Security Monitor, PhoenixForge Performance Monitor, and PhoenixForge Backup Manager for ongoing protection. Use PhoenixForge Client Handoff when it is time to deliver to the client.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to `/wp-content/plugins/wp-quickstart/`
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress
3. The setup wizard launches automatically on first activation
4. Follow the 8 steps to configure your site
5. Review the completion summary and launch

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Can I run the wizard again after completing it? =
Yes, you can re-run the wizard at any time from the PhoenixForge QuickStart menu. Previously applied settings are shown as already configured.

= Will it overwrite my existing settings? =
The wizard shows you what each step will change before applying it. You can skip any step that conflicts with your current configuration.

= Does it work on existing sites or only fresh installs? =
PhoenixForge QuickStart works on both. On existing sites, it identifies what is already configured and focuses on what is missing.

= Is there a Pro version? =
Yes, Pro adds custom templates, WooCommerce setup, advanced security, and agency branding. Visit phoenixforge.io for details.

= How long does the setup take? =
Most users complete all 8 steps in 5-10 minutes. You can pause and resume at any time.

== Screenshots ==

1. Setup wizard welcome screen with 8-step progress indicator
2. Security hardening step with login protection and file permission settings
3. Essential page creation step showing Privacy, Terms, Contact, and 404 pages
4. Performance optimisation step with caching headers and asset settings
5. Completion summary showing all applied configurations and next steps

== Third-Party Services ==

This plugin connects to external services under certain conditions:

= PhoenixForge License Server =
When you activate a Pro license key, the plugin validates it with the PhoenixForge license server.
* Service URL: https://phoenixforge-licenses.phoenixforge.workers.dev
* Privacy Policy: https://phoenixforge.io/privacy
* Terms of Service: https://phoenixforge.io/terms
* Data sent: License key, site URL
* When: On license activation, deactivation, and daily revalidation

= PhoenixForge Update Server =
The plugin checks for new versions from the PhoenixForge update server. This is disabled in WordPress.org distributed builds.
* Service URL: https://phoenixforge-updates.phoenixforge.workers.dev
* Privacy Policy: https://phoenixforge.io/privacy
* Terms of Service: https://phoenixforge.io/terms
* Data sent: Plugin slug and current version
* When: During WordPress update checks (approximately every 12 hours)

= Outbound Webhooks (Pro Feature) =
Pro users can optionally configure webhook URLs to send event data to services like Zapier, Make, or n8n.
* Only active when explicitly configured by the site administrator
* Data sent: Event type, site URL, and event-specific data
* Destination URL is entirely user-controlled

== Changelog ==

= 2.0.0 =
* Initial public release
* 8-step setup wizard
* Content scaffolding
* Security hardening
* Performance optimisation
* SEO basics

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 2.0.0 =
Initial release.
