=== Auto Clear Cache For Elementor ===
Contributors: stixen84
Tags: elementor, cache, clear, automation, performance 
Donate link: https://www.paypal.com/donate?business=JBLNTNZBHX9NN&no_recurring=1&currency_code=AUD 
Requires at least: 6.3
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.0.1
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Automatically clears Elementor files and cache on a customisable schedule with optional email notifications.

== Description ==

Auto Clear Cache For Elementor simplifies cache management for Elementor sites by automating the cache-clearing process. Perfect for keeping your site fresh without manual intervention, this plugin offers simple and effective features:

- Customizable Schedules: Choose from multiple intervals (Hourly, Twice Daily, Daily, Weekly) to automatically clear the Elementor cache.
- Email Notifications: Receive optional email notifications to the admin email when the cache is cleared.
- Option to clear certain other cache plugins at the same time.
- Option to regenerate elementor CSS files straight away after clearing.
- Last Clear Status: View the timestamp of the last cache clear for easy monitoring.
- Lightweight and Secure: Built with WordPress best practices, ensuring performance and security.

== Pro Version ==
For advanced features, check out [Auto Clear Cache Pro For Elementor](https://shop.smdev.com.au/product/auto-clear-cache-pro-for-elementor/). The Pro version includes:

– Customisable Schedules: Choose from multiple intervals (Hourly, Twice Daily, Daily, Every 6 Hours, Weekly) to automatically clear the Elementor cache.
– Specific Clear Time: Set a precise time of day for Daily or Weekly cache clears, aligned with your site’s timezone.
– Email Notifications: Receive optional email notifications when the cache is cleared, sent to a custom email address or the admin email.
– Manual Clear Option: Clear the Elementor cache instantly with a dedicated “Clear Cache Now” button.
– Last Clear Status: View the timestamp of the last cache clear for easy monitoring.
- Option to clear other cache plugins at the same time
– Lightweight and Secure: Built with WordPress best practices, ensuring performance and security.

Upgrade to the Pro version, visit <a href="https://shop.smdev.com.au/product/auto-clear-cache-pro-for-elementor/" target="_blank">Auto Clear Cache Pro For Elementor</a> for details.

== Installation ==

From your WordPress dashboard

1. Upload the auto-clear-cache-for-elementor folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory, or install the plugin directly through the WordPress plugins screen.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress.
3. Navigate to Settings > Auto Clear Cache For Elementor to configure the schedule and email notifications.
4. Save your settings, and the plugin will automatically clear the Elementor cache based on your chosen schedule.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How does the plugin clear the Elementor cache? = 
The plugin uses Elementor's built-in cache-clearing functions to regenerate CSS files in /wp-content/uploads/elementor/css/. It runs automatically based on your chosen schedule or manually via the "Clear Cache Now" button.

= Can I receive notifications when the cache is cleared? = 
Yes, enable the "Send Email Notification" option to receive notifications at the admin email after each cache clear.

= What happens if Elementor is not installed? = 
The plugin checks for Elementor and only runs cache-clearing functions if Elementor is active, ensuring compatibility with non-Elementor sites.

= Support =
If you find an issue or bug, please email me at info@smdev.au

== Screenshots ==

1. Settings

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.1 =
* Add options to clear certain cache plugins at the same time to fix 404 issues on certain cache setups.
* Add force regeneration of the Elementor CSS files to fix 404 issues on certain cache setups

= 1.0.0 =
* Stable release