=== AegisLink ===
Contributors: aegisify
Tags: seo, linking, shorturl, redirects, word cloud
Requires at least: 6.8
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 8.2
Stable tag: 1.1.18
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Smart internal linking, keyword link automation, ShortURL management, and Word Cloud insights — powered by Aegisify.

== Description ==

AegisLink helps WordPress admins strengthen site structure and SEO by making internal linking easier and more intentional.

Core capabilities include:

* **Keyword Links (Smart Linking):** Automatically link keyword phrases to chosen target URLs using rules you control.
* **ShortURL Links:** Create and manage shortened links for campaigns, sharing, and clean navigation (ideal for marketing pages).
* **Word Cloud Insights:** Visualize keyword focus and link opportunities across content.
* **Admin Tools & Controls:** Manage your linking settings in a centralized WordPress dashboard.

### Licensing & Updates (Aegisify / CLM)

AegisLink supports license activation for PRO features and updates through Aegisify’s licensing system (CLM).

It also supports an **optional** free-installation registration used for update checks and license-related functionality.

**Privacy note:** Free-installation registration is optional and requires explicit consent on the License page before sending any data.

Data that may be sent when you opt-in:
* Site domain / site URL
* WordPress admin email

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin folder to `/wp-content/plugins/` or install via the WordPress Plugins screen.
2. Activate the plugin through the **Plugins** menu.
3. Go to **AegisLink → License** to:
   * Enter your License Key + Email (if applicable)
   * Activate/Deactivate and Check Status
   * Optionally register this free installation (with consent)

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does AegisLink automatically send data to Aegisify? =
No. Free-install registration is optional and requires consent on the License page.

= Where are logs stored? =
If logging is enabled in your build, plugin-related errors and integration failures may be written to:
`/includes/log/aegislink.log`

= Does it work with WooCommerce and standard WordPress pages/posts? =
Yes. AegisLink is designed to work across typical WordPress content types and common site setups.

= Is there a PRO version? =
Yes. PRO features and update access are handled through license activation.

== Screenshots ==

1. License Page (Activate / Deactivate / Check Status + optional free install registration)
2. Word Cloud
3. Keyword Links (Smart Linking)
4. ShortURL Links

== Changelog ==

= 1.1.17 =
* Compatibility + maintenance improvements.
* Licensing/Tools workflow refinements.
* ShortURL management UI reliability updates.

= 1.1.16 =
* Wrap up testing

= 1.1.15 =
* TESTING 

= 1.1.14 =
* QA testing 

= 1.1.13 =
* minor maintenance

= 1.1.12 =
* License page improvements for clearer activation workflow (Activate / Deactivate / Check Status).
* Free-install registration UX (consent checkbox + Register/Unregister state behavior).
* Improved reliability for CLM integration calls (registration/activation behavior).
* Logging support for integration failures (when enabled) to `/includes/log/aegislink.log`.

= 1.1.11 =
* UI/UX improvements across link management screens.
* General stability improvements and minor fixes.

= 1.1.10 =
* ShortURL enhancements and internal improvements.

= 1.1.0 =
* Linking features expanded (keyword rules + admin controls).

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.1.12 =
Recommended update for improved license UX, optional free registration consent flow, and stability improvements.

