=== Coming Soon Maintenance Mode ===
Contributors: awordpresslife, razipathhan, hanif0991, muhammadshahid, fkfaisalkhan007, sharikkhan007, zishlife, FARAZFRANK, webenvo
Tags: coming soon, maintenance mode, landing page, under construction page, SEO friendly
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 5.6
Stable tag: 1.1.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A Coming Soon and Maintenance Mode plugin to manage your site's availability with responsive templates and SEO-friendly features.

== Description ==

The Coming Soon and Maintenance Mode plugin enables WordPress users to set up a temporary landing page or a maintenance screen while working on their site. This tool helps site administrators manage visitor access during website construction, updates, or downtime.

Detailed configuration options are available to customize the look and feel of your coming soon page without writing code. The plugin is designed to be responsive, ensuring that your temporary page looks functional on various devices, including desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.

Search engine optimization is a key consideration for this plugin. It allows search engines to crawl your coming soon page, which can help maintain your site's presence even when the main content is not yet visible. 

### Key Features

*   **Coming Soon Mode:** Activate a coming soon page to inform visitors about your upcoming site launch.
*   **Multiple templates:** Comes with 35+ prebuilt templates ready to shine.
*   **Maintenance Mode:** Display a maintenance message when performing updates or fixing issues.
*   **Responsive Design:** Templates are built to adapt to different screen sizes.
*   **Customization:** Adjust background images, colors, and text to align with your content.
*   **SEO Friendly:** Designed to work well with search engine indexing requirements.
*   **Bootstrap 5 Interface:** Uses a modern interface for backend settings.
*   **Countdown Timer:** Optionally display a timer to indicate when the site will be live.
*   **Auto Launch:** Schedule your site to go live automatically.

👉 **Pro Version Demo:** [Coming Soon Maintenance Mode Demo](https://wpfrank.com/demo/coming-soon-maintenance-mode-pro)
✅ **Buy Pro Version:** [Buy Coming Soon Maintenance Mode](https://wpfrank.com/wordpress-plugins/coming-soon-maintenance-mode-pro/)

### What You Get in the Free Version

*   **One Click Setup:** Get started quickly without complicated configuration steps.
*   **Super Fast and Handy:** Lightweight plugin that won't slow down your site.
*   **Minimal Design:** Clean, distraction-free templates that focus on your message.
*   **Free Responsive Templates:** Choose from professionally designed templates that work on all devices.
*   **Customization Settings:** Personalize colors, backgrounds, and content to match your brand.
*   **Website Auto Launch:** Set a date and time for your site to go live automatically.

### Video Tutorial - Free Version

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYVdcnvPi08]

### Upgrade to Pro for More Power

The Pro version includes everything in the free version, plus:

*   **35+ Premium Templates:** Access a wide variety of professionally designed templates.
*   **Video Support:** Add background videos to make your page more engaging.
*   **Pre Built Templates:** Ready-to-use designs that require minimal setup.
*   **Advanced Plugin Settings:** Fine-tune every aspect of your coming soon page.
*   **Social Media Profiling:** Connect your social accounts to build your audience before launch.
*   **Custom CSS:** Add your own styles for complete design control.

### Video Tutorial - Pro Version

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgd1lziA7Mk]

### Usage Scenario

Use the Coming Soon mode when you are building a new website and want to collect leads or inform visitors before the official launch. The Maintenance Mode is suitable for existing websites that need to be taken offline temporarily for updates or troubleshooting.

== Installation ==

1.  Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen.
2.  Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress.
3.  Use the plugin settings panel to configure your Coming Soon or Maintenance Mode page.
4.  For detailed visual instructions, refer to the [Plugin Documentation](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbxQzbTEE2p3o33fKB5NIQ/).

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I activate the Coming Soon or Maintenance Mode? =

After installing the plugin, go to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the plugin settings. You'll find an option to enable either Coming Soon or Maintenance Mode. Simply select your preferred mode and save the settings.

= Will logged-in users see the coming soon page? =

No, by default, logged-in administrators and users with appropriate permissions can view the live site while visitors see the coming soon page. This allows you to work on your site while it's in maintenance mode.

= Can I customize the coming soon page design? =

Yes, the plugin offers extensive customization options. You can change backgrounds, colors, fonts, add your logo, customize text, and choose from multiple responsive templates to match your brand.

= How do I schedule my site to go live automatically? =

The plugin includes an auto-launch feature. In the settings, you can set a specific date and time for your site to automatically switch from coming soon mode to live mode without manual intervention.

= Does this plugin affect SEO? =

The plugin is designed to be SEO-friendly. It properly handles HTTP status codes and allows search engines to understand that your site is temporarily unavailable, helping maintain your search engine presence.

= Can I collect email addresses from visitors? =

Yes, But only in Pro version many templates include built-in email subscription forms. You can collect visitor emails to build your audience before your official launch.

= Will the plugin work with my theme? =

Yes, the plugin works independently of your WordPress theme. It displays a standalone coming soon page that doesn't rely on your theme's design.

= Can I preview the coming soon page before activating it? =

Yes, you can preview your coming soon page while logged in as an administrator before making it live to visitors.

= How do I add social media links? =

The plugin includes social media options in the settings panel. You can add links to your Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social profiles in Pro.

= Is the plugin compatible with caching plugins? =

Yes, the plugin is designed to work with popular caching plugins. However, you may need to clear your cache after activating or deactivating the coming soon mode.

= Can I use custom CSS? =

Yes, the Pro version includes a custom CSS option that allows you to add your own styles for complete design control.

= What's the difference between Coming Soon and Maintenance Mode? =

Coming Soon mode is typically used for new websites that haven't launched yet, while Maintenance Mode is used for existing sites that are temporarily offline for updates or repairs.

= Can I use it on commercial websites? =

Yes, this plugin is released under the GPL license, allowing usage on any website, including commercial projects.

= How do I switch back to a live site? =

Go to the plugin settings and change the status to "Live" or "Disabled" to deactivate the coming soon or maintenance page and make your site publicly accessible.

= Does it work with multisite installations? =

Yes, the plugin is compatible with WordPress multisite installations and can be activated on individual sites within your network.

= Can I add a countdown timer? =

Yes, the plugin includes countdown timer functionality. You can set a launch date and the timer will automatically count down to that moment.

= What happens if I deactivate the plugin? =

If you deactivate the plugin, your site will immediately become publicly accessible again. All your settings will be saved if you decide to reactivate it later.

= Is the plugin translation ready? =

Yes, the plugin is translation ready and supports multiple languages, making it easy to create coming soon pages in your preferred language.

= How do I get support? =

For support questions, please visit the WordPress.org support forum for this plugin. Pro version users receive priority support through our dedicated support channels.

== Screenshots ==

1.  Free Template 1
2.  Free Template 2
3.  Free Template 3
4.  Free Template 4
5.  Free Template 5
6.  Coming Soon Mode Setting
7.  Maintenance Mode Settings
8.  Template Settings
9.  Content Configuration Settings
10. Social Media Settings

== Changelog ==

= 1.1.0 =
*   Plugin is migrated to new website
*   All interlinks updated
*   Plugin Check plugin all error fixed.

= 1.0.9 =
*   Favicon Icon bug fixed.

= 1.0.8 =
*   Testing WordPress 6.7.1
*   Template 11, 15 Added
*   Bug Fix: Fixed.

= 1.0.7 =
*   Logo upload issue fixed
*   Promo banner size issue fixed
*   All PCP error fixed

= 1.0.6 =
*   Vulnerability issue fixed, reported by Wordfence.com
*   Admin banner code sanitized and escaped properly

= 1.0.5 =
*   Updated to latest version of WordPress
*   Add info banner to admin

= 1.0.4 =
*   The truck version was not committed so recommitted with that version

= 1.0.3 =
*   Plugin now available into 15 language translations: Arabic, Chinese, Finnish, French, German, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Indonesian, Japanese, Dutch, Russian, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese.

= 1.0.2 =
*   Update

= 1.0.1 =
*   video tutorial added and docs tab updated

= 1.0.0 =
*   starter version

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.1.0 =
*   Standard update with bug fixes and improvements.
