Serphot

SEO Forge is an all-in-one solution for SEO optimization of WordPress websites, providing all the essential tools to improve search engine rankings.
<h3>Key Features:</h3>
📊 SEO Analytics & Views Counter 
* Detailed page view statistics by different time ranges 
* Interactive charts by days, weeks, months, and years 
* Track popular content 
* Author-based view statistics 
* Import/export view data
🗺️ XML Sitemaps 
* Automatic XML sitemap generation for all content types 
* Support for posts, pages, categories, tags, and authors 
* Image sitemap for improved media indexing 
* News sitemap for Google News 
* Automatic splitting of large sitemaps 
* HTML sitemap for users
🎯 SEO Meta Tags 
* Custom SEO Titles and Descriptions for all pages 
* Template support with dynamic tags 
* Progress bar to control meta length 
* Automatic canonical link generation 
* Hreflang support for multilingual sites
📱 Open Graph & Social Media 
* Configurable Open Graph tags 
* Facebook, Twitter, and other social media support 
* Automatic featured image for sharing
🏗️ Schema.org Markup 
* Automatic markup for articles, organizations, and products 
* Built-in FAQ block support 
* Author profile markup 
* Breadcrumbs 
* Structured data for different content types
🔧 Advanced SEO Tools 
* Robots.txt file management 
* Remove category base from category URLs 
* Automatic URL transliteration 
* Built-in spell checker 
* Export SEO data to Yoast SEO
🧩 Gutenberg Blocks 
* FAQ block with automatic structured data 
* Pros & Cons block 
* Full Gutenberg compatibility
🌐 Multilingual 
* Full Polylang support 
* Automatic hreflang tags 
* Localized SEO templates 
* Language-specific sitemaps
<h3>Detailed Usage Guide</h3>
<h3>🎯 Setting Up SEO Meta Tags</h3>
Step 1: Go to SEO Forge → SEO Templates
Here you can configure templates for all page types: 
– Posts 
– Pages 
– Categories 
– Tags 
– Author Archives 
– Date Archives 
– Search Results 
– 404 Pages
Step 2: Use Available Template Tags
In Title and Description fields you can use: 
– <code>{site_name}</code> – website name 
– <code>{current_title}</code> – current title (works for all page types) 
– <code>{category}</code> – category name 
– <code>{separator}</code> – separator (|) 
– <code>{year}</code> – current year
Example template for posts: 
 <code>Title: {current_title} {separator} {site_name} 
Description: Read the article "{current_title}" on {site_name}. Updated information for {year}.</code>
Step 3: Individual Settings
For each post/page you can set: 
– Meta Title (with progress bar for 50–65 characters) 
– Meta Description (with progress bar for 160–180 characters) 
– Custom URL Slug
<h3>📊 Using the Views Counter</h3>
Viewing statistics: 
1. Go to SEO Forge → View Statistics 
2. Select a time period: today, week, month, year, or all time 
3. Filter by page type, category, or author 
4. Explore interactive charts
Shortcodes: 
– <code>[ONEX-TOTAL-VIEWS]</code> – total views of the current post 
– <code>[ONEX-TODAY-VIEWS]</code> – today’s views 
– <code>[ONEX-WEEK-VIEWS]</code> – weekly views 
– <code>[ONEX-MONTH-VIEWS]</code> – monthly views 
– <code>[ONEX-AUTHOR-TOTAL-VIEWS]</code> – total views of the author 
– <code>[ONEX-AUTHOR-WEEK-VIEWS author_id="1"]</code> – author’s weekly views
PHP template usage: 
 `php 
$views_counter = \OnexSEO\Post_Views_Counter::get_instance();
echo $views_counter->get_post_views(get_the_ID()); 
echo $views_counter->get_post_views_today(get_the_ID()); 
echo $views_counter->get_post_views_this_week(get_the_ID()); 
echo $views_counter->get_post_views_this_month(get_the_ID()); 
echo $views_counter->get_post_views_range(get_the_ID(), ‘2023-01-01’, ‘2023-01-31’);
echo $views_counter->get_author_total_views(get_the_author_meta(‘ID’));
$top_posts = $views_counter->get_top_posts_by_period(‘week’, 5); 
$top_posts = $views_counter->get_top_posts_by_period(‘week’, 5, 15); // Category ID 15 
$top_posts = $views_counter->get_top_posts_by_period(‘total’, 10, null, 1); // Author ID 1 
 `
<h3>📱 Open Graph Settings</h3>
Step 1: Go to SEO Forge → Open Graph
Step 2: Configure defaults: 
– Site name for social media 
– Default description 
– Default sharing image 
– Content type (website, article, etc.)
Step 3: Per-page/post: 
– Featured Image is used automatically 
– If none, the default image is applied 
– Title and Description are pulled from SEO settings
<h3>🗺️ XML Sitemaps</h3>
Automatic generation: 
– Main sitemap: <code>yourdomain.com/sitemap.xml</code> 
– Image sitemap: <code>yourdomain.com/sitemap-images.xml</code> 
– News sitemap: <code>yourdomain.com/sitemap-news.xml</code>
Content type settings: 
1. Go to SEO Forge → Dashboard 
2. Choose which content types to include 
3. Save settings
HTML sitemap: 
1. Go to SEO Forge → Dashboard 
2. Click “Create HTML Sitemap” 
3. A new page with interactive sitemap will be generated
<h3>🏗️ Schema.org Markup</h3>
Automatically added for: 
– Articles (Article) 
– Organizations (Organization) 
– Author profiles (Person) 
– Breadcrumbs (BreadcrumbList) 
– FAQ blocks
Additional fields: 
1. Edit post/page → SEO settings section 
2. Fill in extra Schema.org fields 
3. Data will be automatically included
<h3>🧩 Gutenberg Blocks</h3>
FAQ Block: 
1. In Gutenberg editor click “+” 
2. Find “SEO FAQ” block 
3. Add questions and answers 
4. FAQPage schema is generated automatically
Pros & Cons Block: 
1. Find “Pros & Cons” block 
2. Add pros in green area 
3. Add cons in red area 
4. Customize styles if needed
<h3>🔧 Advanced Tools</h3>
Robots.txt management: 
1. Go to SEO Forge → Dashboard 
2. Edit robots.txt content 
3. Save changes
Remove category base: 
– Automatically active after installation 
– Changes <code>/category/name/</code> to <code>/name/</code>
URL transliteration: 
– Cyrillic slugs are automatically converted to Latin 
– Works for new posts/pages
Spell checker: 
– Integrated spell check in editor 
– Highlights mistakes and suggests fixes
<h3>📊 Import/Export Data</h3>
Export to Yoast SEO: 
1. Go to SEO Forge → Export to Yoast SEO 
2. Click “Start Export” 
3. All SEO data will be transferred
Import from other plugins: 
1. Go to SEO Forge → Import SEO 
2. Select source (Yoast, RankMath, etc.) 
3. Click “Import Data”
<h3>👤 Author Page SEO</h3>
Setup: 
1. Go to Users → Your Profile 
2. Scroll to “SEO settings for author page” 
3. Enable/disable indexing (noindex switch) 
4. Set SEO Title & Description for each language
Available tags for authors: 
– <code>{site_name}</code> – site name 
– <code>{current_title}</code> – author name 
– <code>{category}</code> – main category 
– <code>{separator}</code> – separator 
– <code>{year}</code> – current year
<h3>🌐 Multilingual (Polylang)</h3>
Automatic features: 
– Hreflang tag generation 
– Language-specific sitemaps 
– Localized templates
Per-language settings: 
1. Templates adapt to active languages 
2. SEO metaboxes per language 
3. Open Graph generated per language
<h3>📈 Dashboard & Analytics</h3>
Dashboard includes: 
– Quick actions 
– View statistics 
– Sitemap status 
– Configuration check
Views column in admin: 
– Automatically added to posts/pages list 
– Shows number of views 
– Sortable by views
<h3>Troubleshooting</h3>
Issue: Views not showing 
– Ensure counter is enabled 
– Check DB tables exist 
– Clear cache
Issue: Sitemaps not generating 
– Check permalink settings 
– Ensure content types are selected 
– Regenerate permalinks
Issue: SEO fields not saving 
– Check user permissions 
– Verify nonce check 
– Clear browser cache
Issue: Schema not visible 
– Test with Google Structured Data Testing Tool 
– Fill required fields 
– Check conflicts with other plugins
<h3>Requirements</h3>
<ul>
<li>WordPress 5.0+</li>
<li>PHP 7.4+</li>
<li>MySQL 5.6+</li>
<li>Recommended: PHP 8.0+, MySQL 8.0+</li>
</ul>
<h3>Compatibility</h3>
Compatible plugins: 
* Polylang 
* WooCommerce (basic support) 
* Contact Form 7 
* Gutenberg blocks
Tested with themes: 
* Twenty Twenty-Three 
* Twenty Twenty-Two 
* Astra 
* GeneratePress 
* OceanWP
<h3>Updates</h3>
When updating, all settings/data are preserved. Recommended: 
1. Backup your site before major updates 
2. Test after updating 
3. Clear site cache 
4. Regenerate permalinks (Settings → Permalinks → Save)
<h3>Support</h3>
Official support: 
* Documentation included 
* GitHub repository 
* Developer site: https://serphot.com/
Bug reports: 
Provide: 
1. WordPress & plugin version 
2. List of active plugins 
3. Problem description 
4. Steps to reproduce
Feature requests: 
We welcome your suggestions.
<h3>License</h3>
This plugin is licensed under GPL v2 or later.
<h3>Credits</h3>
Thanks to all users for feedback. Special thanks to: 
* WordPress community 
* Polylang developers 
* Testers & contributors
<h3>Additional Information</h3>
Performance: 
* Optimized SQL queries 
* Efficient caching 
* Minimal page load impact 
* Asynchronous stats loading
Security: 
* Sanitized & escaped data 
* Nonce checks 
* User capability checks 
* SQL injection protection
Accessibility: 
* Semantic HTML 
* Keyboard navigation 
* High-contrast UI 
* Screen reader friendly
For more info visit the official plugin website.

SEO Forge

A powerful SEO plugin with support for all content types, automatic XML sitemap generation, Schema.org markup, and comprehensive analytics.

wbcomdesigns

Varun Dubey

Open Graph for WooCommerce helps your WooCommerce products look perfect when shared on social media. This comprehensive plugin automatically generates optimized Open Graph meta tags, Twitter Cards, and Schema.org structured data to boost your social media presence and SEO.
<h4>Perfect For</h4>
<ul>
<li>E-commerce stores wanting to increase social media engagement</li>
<li>Product-focused businesses needing better social sharing optimization</li>
<li>SEO professionals looking for comprehensive structured data support</li>
<li>Store owners who want professional social media integration</li>
</ul>
<h4>Key Features</h4>
Complete Social Media Support 
* Facebook Open Graph optimization 
* Twitter Cards with product data 
* LinkedIn professional sharing 
* Pinterest Rich Pins 
* WhatsApp mobile sharing 
* Email sharing functionality
Advanced Schema.org Markup 
* Product schema with offers and reviews 
* Organization and brand information 
* Breadcrumb navigation markup 
* Rich snippets for search engines
Beautiful Social Share Buttons 
* 3 stunning styles: Modern, Classic, Minimal 
* 7 social platforms supported 
* Flexible positioning options 
* Copy-to-clipboard functionality
Smart Image Handling 
* Multiple image size options 
* Automatic featured image detection 
* Smart fallback images 
* Optimized for social platforms
<h4>What Makes It Special</h4>
Unlike basic Open Graph plugins, Open Graph for WooCommerce is specifically designed for WooCommerce:
<ul>
<li>Product-focused: Includes pricing, availability, and product-specific data</li>
<li>Performance optimized: Only loads resources when needed</li>
<li>WordPress native: Clean interface following WordPress design standards</li>
<li>SEO friendly: Comprehensive Schema.org markup for better search visibility</li>
<li>Mobile optimized: Perfect sharing experience on all devices</li>
</ul>
<h4>Easy Setup</h4>
<ol>
<li>Install and activate the plugin</li>
<li>Go to WooCommerce → Social Media in your admin</li>
<li>Enable the platforms you want to support</li>
<li>Configure your preferences</li>
<li>Your products are now optimized for social sharing!</li>
</ol>
<h4>Supported Platforms</h4>
<ul>
<li>Facebook – Complete Open Graph implementation with App ID support</li>
<li>Twitter – Optimized Twitter Cards with product information</li>
<li>LinkedIn – Professional network sharing optimization</li>
<li>Pinterest – Rich Pins with product details</li>
<li>WhatsApp – Mobile-optimized sharing for instant messaging</li>
<li>Email – Traditional email sharing with formatted content</li>
<li>Copy Link – Modern clipboard integration</li>
</ul>
<h4>Technical Features</h4>
Meta Tags Generated: 
* Open Graph: title, description, type, url, image, site_name 
* Product data: price, currency, availability, brand, category 
* Twitter Cards: summary_large_image with product pricing 
* Facebook App ID integration for analytics
Schema.org Structured Data: 
* Product schema with offers, reviews, ratings 
* Organization schema with contact information 
* BreadcrumbList for navigation 
* Rich snippets for search engines
Performance Features: 
* Conditional loading (only on relevant pages) 
* Optimized database queries 
* Smart caching system 
* Minimal impact on page load times
<h4>Customization Options</h4>
Share Button Styles: 
* Modern – Clean, hover-animated buttons with platform colors 
* Classic – Bold, traditional rectangular buttons 
* Minimal – Subtle circular icons for clean designs
Flexible Positioning: 
* After Add to Cart Button (default) 
* Before Add to Cart Button 
* After Product Summary 
* After Product Tabs 
* Custom positioning via shortcode
Image Settings: 
* Choose from multiple image sizes 
* Set custom fallback images 
* Automatic optimization for social platforms
<h4>Developer Friendly</h4>
Hooks & Filters: 
* 20+ action and filter hooks 
* Extensive customization options 
* Template override support 
* JavaScript API for custom events
Translation Ready: 
* Full internationalization support 
* RTL language compatibility 
* POT files included for easy translation
<h4>What’s New in Version 2.0</h4>
This is a complete rewrite with massive improvements:
Modern Architecture: 
* Object-oriented design following WordPress standards 
* Enhanced security with proper sanitization 
* Better performance with conditional loading 
* Improved accessibility features
Enhanced Features: 
* Added WhatsApp and Email sharing 
* Introduced 3 beautiful share button styles 
* Advanced Schema.org markup options 
* Professional admin interface redesign
Better Performance: 
* 70% reduction in asset size 
* Optimized database queries 
* Smart resource loading 
* Improved caching system
<h4>Analytics Integration</h4>
<ul>
<li>Google Analytics 4 event tracking</li>
<li>Custom event triggers for third-party analytics</li>
<li>Social sharing performance metrics</li>
<li>Built-in debugging tools for troubleshooting</li>
</ul>
<h3>Technical Requirements</h3>
WordPress: 5.0 or higher 
WooCommerce: 4.0 or higher 
PHP: 7.4 or higher (8.0+ recommended for best performance) 
MySQL: 5.6 or higher 
Memory: 128MB minimum (256MB recommended)
Browser Support: 
* Chrome 70+ 
* Firefox 65+ 
* Safari 12+ 
* Edge 79+ 
* Mobile: iOS Safari 12+, Chrome Mobile 70+
Performance Metrics: 
* Page Load Impact: < 0.1s additional load time 
* Database Queries: Optimized to minimize additional queries 
* Memory Usage: < 2MB additional memory usage 
* Asset Sizes: CSS ~15KB, JavaScript ~8KB (minified)
<h3>Privacy & GDPR</h3>
This plugin is fully GDPR compliant:
<ul>
<li>Does not collect or store personal user data</li>
<li>Does not use cookies or tracking scripts</li>
<li>Does not send data to external servers</li>
<li>Only processes publicly available product information</li>
<li>All social sharing is initiated by user action</li>
</ul>
<h3>Support & Documentation</h3>
Free Support: 
* <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/woo-open-graph/" rel="ugc">WordPress.org Support Forum</a> 
* <a href="https://wbcomdesigns.com/docs/woo-open-graph/" rel="nofollow ugc">Plugin Documentation</a>
Premium Support: 
* <a href="https://wbcomdesigns.com/contact/" rel="nofollow ugc">Priority Support</a> 
* <a href="https://wbcomdesigns.com/services/" rel="nofollow ugc">Custom Development</a>
Resources: 
* <a href="https://github.com/wbcomdesigns/woo-open-graph/issues" rel="nofollow ugc">Feature Requests</a> 
* <a href="https://github.com/wbcomdesigns/woo-open-graph/" rel="nofollow ugc">GitHub Repository</a> 
* <a href="https://wbcomdesigns.com/tutorials/woo-open-graph/" rel="nofollow ugc">Video Tutorials</a>
<h3>Credits</h3>
<ul>
<li>Original Concept: Based on community feedback and WooCommerce best practices</li>
<li>Icons: Social media icons from <a href="https://simpleicons.org/" rel="nofollow ugc">Simple Icons</a></li>
<li>Testing: Extensive testing by the WooCommerce community</li>
<li>Translations: Community contributors worldwide</li>
</ul>
Special thanks to all the beta testers and community members who helped make this plugin better!

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