=== Crypto Fear and Greed Index ===
Contributors: airdroparmy
Donate link: https://cryptoairdrop.army/donate/
Tags: crypto, fear and greed, cryptocurrency, index, coinmarketcap
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.7
Stable tag: 1.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

== Description ==
Displays the current Fear and Greed Index from CoinMarketCap with a dynamic color bar. Ideal for crypto enthusiasts and traders looking for real-time market sentiment data. Simply add the shortcode [fear_greed_index] to any post, page, or widget area.

**Plugin Performance**  
The plugin size is under 8 KB, ensuring it does not slow down your website or impact SEO in any way. It is lightweight and optimized for performance, delivering real-time data with minimal load on your server.

== Usage ==
To display the Fear and Greed Index:
1. Add the shortcode [fear_greed_index] to any page, post, or widget.
2. Save and preview your content to see the dynamic index with a color bar.

== External Services ==
This plugin connects to the CoinMarketCap API to fetch the latest Fear and Greed Index data, which is needed to display the index and its classification on your WordPress site.

**Details about the data usage:**
- **What the service is and what it is used for:**  
  The CoinMarketCap API is used to fetch the current Fear and Greed Index values, which represent market sentiment in cryptocurrency.
  
- **What data is sent and when:**  
  This plugin sends the API key you provide to the CoinMarketCap API whenever the shortcode `[fear_greed_index]` is loaded on a page or post. No other user data is sent.

- **Terms of Service and Privacy Policy:**  
  The CoinMarketCap API service is provided by CoinMarketCap. You can review their [Terms of Service](https://coinmarketcap.com/terms/) and [Privacy Policy](https://coinmarketcap.com/privacy/).

== Installation ==
1. Upload the `crypto-fear-and-greed-index` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
3. Navigate to the settings page and enter your CoinMarketCap API key to start using the plugin.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I use this plugin? =
To display the Fear and Greed Index on your website, simply add the shortcode `[fear_greed_index]` anywhere you want the plugin to show.

= Where do I get a CoinMarketCap API key? =
You must create a free CoinMarketCap account to obtain an API key. Visit [CoinMarketCap API](https://coinmarketcap.com/api/pricing/) to register for an account and obtain your API key.

= The index isn't displaying correctly. What should I do? =
Ensure your API key is valid and properly configured in the plugin settings. Check your API usage limits if the data doesn't appear.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0 =
* Initial release.