=== Gutenverse - WordPress Blocks, Page Builder & Site Editor ===
Contributors: Jegstudio
Tags: blocks, page builder, website builder, block editor, site editor
Requires at least: 5.9
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.0
Stable tag: 3.8.2
License: GPLv3
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

WordPress blocks, page builder, and website builder for the Block Editor and Site Editor with templates, popups, and block themes.

== Description ==

Gutenverse is a WordPress blocks plugin, page builder, and website builder for the native Block Editor and Site Editor. Create fast, responsive websites without code using 57 blocks, 600+ templates, global styles, responsive controls, popup builder tools, and block theme support.

Build landing pages, business websites, blogs, portfolios, headers, footers, archive templates, single post templates, popups, and full site designs with WordPress blocks in the native Block Editor and Site Editor.

Use Gutenverse when you want a lightweight page builder experience that extends WordPress, Gutenberg, and the Site Editor instead of replacing the editor.

= Why Choose Gutenverse =

* Build pages and websites with WordPress blocks
* Use page builder controls inside the native Block Editor
* Create full site layouts with the WordPress Site Editor
* Start from 600+ starter templates, sections, and layouts
* Use block themes and Full Site Editing (FSE)
* Design responsive pages for desktop, tablet, and mobile
* Build popups, landing pages, headers, footers, and post templates
* Keep the editing workflow close to WordPress core

= Key Features =

* 57 WordPress blocks for the Block Editor
* 600+ ready-to-import starter templates and sections
* WordPress Site Editor and block theme support
* Page builder controls inside the native Block Editor
* Popup builder tools
* Responsive editing controls and custom breakpoints
* Global color and global font controls
* Flexible layout blocks for sections, containers, and columns
* Block management to enable or disable unused blocks
* Icon library with 100+ icons
* Advanced styling controls for spacing, background, border, typography, visibility, and animation
* Lightweight, performance-focused website building experience

= WordPress Blocks Included =

Gutenverse includes layout blocks, content blocks, design blocks, post blocks, and site building blocks for WordPress.

Block categories include:

* Layout and wrapper blocks: Container, Section, Column, Flexible Wrapper, and Popup Builder
* Content and design blocks: Heading, Button, Image, Gallery, Tabs, Accordion, Icon Box, Team, Testimonials, Google Maps, and more
* Post and site blocks: Post Block, Post Title, Post Content, Post Featured Image, Archive Title, and Search Result Title

Explore the full block list at [Gutenverse Blocks](https://gutenverse.com/blocks/).

= Template Library =

Gutenverse includes 600+ starter templates, layouts, and sections for faster website creation. Start from prebuilt designs, then customize each section with WordPress blocks, responsive controls, global colors, and global fonts.

Template types include landing pages, business websites, portfolio layouts, content sections, headers, footers, archive layouts, single post layouts, and full site templates.

= Built For The WordPress Site Editor =

Gutenverse works with the WordPress Site Editor, block themes, and Full Site Editing. You can create and customize site parts such as headers, footers, archive pages, and single post templates using WordPress blocks.

For a ready-made block theme, try [Unibiz](https://wordpress.org/themes/unibiz/).

= Free And Pro Features =

The free version of Gutenverse includes the core WordPress blocks, template library access, responsive controls, global styles, layout tools, and popup builder features needed to build a complete WordPress website.

Gutenverse Pro adds advanced blocks, templates, form builder tools, popup options, dynamic data, display conditions, custom fonts, premium templates, and advanced site building features.

== Installation ==

= From The WordPress Plugin Dashboard =

1. Go to Plugins > Add New in your WordPress dashboard.
2. Search for "Gutenverse".
3. Click Install Now.
4. Click Activate.
5. Open the WordPress Block Editor or Site Editor and search for Gutenverse blocks.

= Using The Upload Method =

1. Download the Gutenverse plugin ZIP file.
2. Go to Plugins > Add New in your WordPress dashboard.
3. Click Upload Plugin.
4. Choose the Gutenverse ZIP file.
5. Click Install Now.
6. Activate the plugin.

For more help, read the [Gutenverse installation guide](https://gutenverse.com/docs/plugin-installation/).

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is Gutenverse a WordPress page builder? =

Yes. Gutenverse works as a WordPress page builder built on top of Gutenberg and the native Site Editor. You can build pages, landing pages, headers, footers, archive templates, single post templates, and full site layouts without using a separate page builder interface.

= Can I build a full website with Gutenverse? =

Yes. Gutenverse can be used as a WordPress website builder for block themes and Full Site Editing. You can build pages, templates, site parts, content sections, and responsive layouts with WordPress blocks.

= Is Gutenverse a WordPress blocks plugin? =

Yes. Gutenverse adds WordPress blocks for layout, content, design, posts, popups, templates, and full site editing inside the native Block Editor.

= Does Gutenverse work with the WordPress Site Editor? =

Yes. Gutenverse is built for the WordPress Block Editor, Site Editor, block themes, and Full Site Editing workflows.

= Does Gutenverse require the Gutenberg plugin? =

No. WordPress 5.9 and newer already include the block editor features needed by Gutenverse. You do not need to install the separate Gutenberg plugin unless you specifically want to test experimental Gutenberg features.

= What theme should I use with Gutenverse? =

Gutenverse works best with block themes that support the WordPress Site Editor. You can use the free [Unibiz block theme](https://wordpress.org/themes/unibiz/) or other block themes that follow WordPress Full Site Editing standards.

= Can I use Gutenverse with other Gutenberg block plugins? =

Yes. Gutenverse is designed to work inside the native WordPress Block Editor and should work alongside most well-coded Gutenberg block plugins.

= Does Gutenverse include starter templates? =

Yes. Gutenverse includes 600+ starter templates, layouts, and sections that you can import and customize with WordPress blocks.

= How do I find Gutenverse blocks in the editor? =

Open the block inserter in the WordPress editor and search for "Gutenverse". You can also search for a specific block, such as "Gutenverse Accordion", "Gutenverse Gallery", or "Gutenverse Button".

= Is Gutenverse lightweight? =

Gutenverse is built for the native WordPress Block Editor and focuses on a fast editing and frontend experience. You can also disable unused Gutenverse blocks with block management tools to keep your workflow cleaner.

= What should I do if a block shows unexpected or invalid content? =

After some updates, WordPress may show an "Attempt Block Recovery" button for blocks affected by older markup or styling changes. Click that button first. If the issue continues, please open a support ticket.

== Screenshots ==

1. Animation Effects - Add animation effects to WordPress blocks.
2. Drag And Drop Blocks - Search for Gutenverse blocks and start building pages.
3. Font Styles - Customize typography with flexible font controls.
4. Full Site Editing - Build with Gutenverse blocks in the WordPress Site Editor.
5. Global Color - Manage reusable global colors.
6. Global Font - Manage reusable global fonts.
7. Icon Library - Choose from 100+ icons.
8. Resize Column - Resize columns with visual controls.
9. Responsive View - Adjust page design for desktop, tablet, and mobile.
10. Shape Divider - Add section dividers to improve page design.
11. Tabs - Organize content with Gutenverse tab blocks.
12. Template Library - Import prebuilt templates, layouts, and sections.

== Use of 3rd-Party Services ==

Gutenverse may connect to the following third-party services when you enable or use related features.

= Gutenverse.com =

The Gutenverse dashboard may show optional links, template/library access, theme data, documentation, support, banners, license checks, or newsletter subscription features from gutenverse.com. Newsletter data is sent only when you manually submit your email address.

Website: https://gutenverse.com/
Terms: https://gutenverse.com/terms-and-conditions/

= Google Maps =

If you add the Google Maps block, the map may load content from Google Maps.

Service endpoint: https://maps.google.com/maps
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Terms of Service: https://policies.google.com/terms

= Google Fonts =

Some Gutenverse dashboard screens may load Google Fonts for dashboard typography.

Service endpoint: https://fonts.googleapis.com/
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Terms of Service: https://policies.google.com/terms

= Social Share Links =

If you use social sharing blocks, visitors may open external social sharing URLs when they click a share button.

== Changelog ==

= 3.8.2 =

Bug fixes:
* Fix issue with font slug name

= 3.8.1 =

New and improved:

* Add background fallback for video background type.
* Add image fallback for background slider.
* Improved icon list icon line height.


Bug fixes:

* Fixed WP 7.0 video editor issue.
* Fixed image fetch priority remaining high when normal load is set with fetch priority high disabled.
* Fixed font global vulnerability.
* Fixed section slider not working when the page has multiple section sliders.
* Fixed fun fact block icon type image not showing on frontend.
* Fixed funfact icon position on responsive.
* Fixed post block nesting redirect to its own editor when clicked in editor.
* Fixed taxonomy list warning array Tablet when exporting theme and installing on local.

= 3.8.0 =

New and improved:
* Add LemonSqueezy payment gateway integration.

= 3.7.1 =

New and improved:
* Add responsive option for background color

Bug fixes:

* Fixed featured image block width and height options visibility when using custom option.
* Fixed accordion block issue on iOS.
* Fixed background image preload fetch priority.
* Fixed color option bug with hex input.
* Fixed testimonial block default data issue.
* Fixed video background issue.
* Fixed template library only load two layouts initially.

= 3.7.0 =

New and improved:

* Improve premium upgrade UI

= 3.6.3 =

Bug fixes:

* Fixed frontend animation rendering issue.

= 3.6.2 =

New and improved:

* Improved responsive background color controls.

Bug fixes:

* Fixed YouTube video URL issue.
* Fixed breadcrumb block issue on pages.
* Fixed post terms block container sizing.

For full changelog history, please visit the [Gutenverse GitHub repository](https://github.com/Jegstudio/gutenverse).
