=== Donation Forms WP by Givecloud ===
Contributors: philippeperusse, givecloud
Tags: givecloud, fundraise, donation, forms, fundraising, free donation form, form builder, stripe, paypal, authorize.net
Requires at least: 5.4
Tested up to: 6.6.2
Stable tag: 1.0.11
Requires PHP: 7.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Embed beautiful, mobile-friendly donation experiences powered by Givecloud — seamlessly connected to your WordPress site.

== Description ==

Bring Givecloud’s donor-first fundraising tools directly to your WordPress site with this lightweight plugin. While the plugin is free to install, it requires a Givecloud subscription to activate donation features.

= Designed for Devoted Donors =
Givecloud’s patented donation form technology combines smart automation, social proof, and impact-centered design—driving up to **45% conversion rates** and outperforming traditional plugins by as much as 8x.

= Two Easy Ways to Add Forms =
= 1. Buttons & Links (Best Performance) =
Use your Givecloud experience URLs to display pop-up forms on any donate button or link. These distraction-free, mobile-friendly experiences convert at rates up to 3x higher than static forms.

= 2. Embedded Forms =
Use the `[givecloud]` shortcode to embed full donation forms inline with your WordPress content. Compatible with Gutenberg and Elementor blocks for maximum flexibility.

= 💳 Modern Payment Methods =
Accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, ACH, and credit/debit cards. Optimized for speed and simplicity—just three clicks to complete a donation.

= 🌍 Multilingual & Multicurrency Support =
Forms are served in English, French, or Spanish based on donor location, and support over 100+ currencies with your preferred payment gateway.

= 🔐 Secure, Branded Giving =
Givecloud forms are PCI and SOC2 compliant, and are hosted in a way that protects your donors while reflecting your brand.

= 📚 Help Docs & Live Chat =
Get help at every step with live chat and helpful setup resources: [help.givecloud.com](https://help.givecloud.com)

= 🎯 Want to get started with Givecloud? =
[Book a personalized demo](https://givecloud.com/demo/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=WP_marketplace&utm_campaign=marketplace_referral#form-section) to see how we can help your fundraising thrive.

== Installation ==

Note: Make sure you have a Stripe account and a free-forever [Givecloud account](https://start.givecloud.com/express-setup?utm_source=Wordpress_marketplace&utm_medium=integration&utm_campaign=setup_3_mins).

= Step 1: Generate API Key from Givecloud =
Learn more [here](https://help.givecloud.com/en/articles/6988542-wordpress-givecloud).

= Step 2: Install the WordPress Plugin =
1. Login to your WordPress dashboard
2. Select Plugins and search for Donation Forms WP by Givecloud
3. Click Install then Activate
4. Copy your Givecloud site URL and API Key to complete the integration set up

For more information visit [Givecloud’s Help Desk](https://help.givecloud.com/en/articles/6988542-wordpress-givecloud).

== Screenshots ==

1. Embed links and buttons.
2. Embed forms on your page using a shortcode.
3. Connect your free-forever Givecloud account.
4. Gain access to your fundraising links and shortcodes.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How can I send feedback or get help with a bug? =

[Login](https://givecloud.com/login) to your Givecloud account and use the "Feedback" link in the bottom left of the main menu, or use the Live Chat.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0 =

Initial release.

Automatically adds Givecloud's tracking pixel.
Introduces support for a `[givecloud form=ABCDEF]` shortcode and screen to connect to your Givecloud instance to retrieve your fundraising experiences.
