=== Crypto Articles Marketplace ===
Contributors: cryptoarticles
Tags: articles, content, cryptocurrency, monetization, blog
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.4
Stable tag: 1.0.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Display quality, pre-approved articles on your WordPress site and help writers earn cryptocurrency.

== Description ==

Crypto Articles Marketplace connects your WordPress site with a network of quality content creators. Get access to thousands of pre-approved articles completely free while helping writers earn cryptocurrency (USDT) from views.

**For WordPress Site Owners:**

* Access thousands of quality, pre-approved articles
* Easy integration with shortcodes, widgets, or Gutenberg blocks
* Completely free - no subscription fees
* Fresh content automatically available
* SEO-friendly article display
* Automatic view tracking

**How It Works:**

1. Install and activate the plugin
2. Connect to the Crypto Articles Platform with your API key
3. Browse approved articles in your WordPress admin
4. Display articles using shortcodes or widgets
5. Writers earn from views your site generates

**Features:**

* Simple API key authentication
* Browse articles by category and tags
* Shortcode support: `[crypto_article id="123"]`
* Widget support for sidebar display
* Automatic view tracking
* Responsive design
* Lightweight and fast

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to `/wp-content/plugins/crypto-articles-marketplace`
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. Go to Crypto Articles > Settings
4. Enter your API URL and API key from the platform
5. Start browsing and adding articles!

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is this plugin really free? =

Yes! The plugin is completely free. There are no subscription fees or hidden costs. Writers earn from views on your site.

= How do I get an API key? =

Visit the Crypto Articles Platform website, create an account, and register your WordPress site to get an API key.

= Will this slow down my site? =

No. The plugin is lightweight and articles are loaded efficiently. View tracking happens asynchronously.

= Can I customize the article display? =

Yes! The plugin outputs clean HTML with CSS classes that you can style to match your theme.

== Screenshots ==

1. Plugin settings page
2. Browse articles interface
3. Article display with shortcode
4. Widget configuration

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release
* Shortcode support
* Widget support
* View tracking
* Admin settings page

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial release of Crypto Articles Marketplace plugin.