=== ilGhera Contributo RAEE for WooCommerce ===
Contributors: ghera74
Donate link: https://www.ilghera.com/
Tags: woocommerce, raee, weee, eco-fee, electronic waste, italy
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 8.0
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Manage RAEE eco-fee (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) for WooCommerce, compliant with Italian regulations.

== Description ==

**ilGhera Contributo RAEE for WooCommerce** is the plugin that allows you to easily and automatically manage the RAEE eco-fee in your WooCommerce store, in compliance with Italian regulations (D.Lgs. 49/2014).

= Main Features =

* **RAEE Categories (R1-R5)** - Full support for all RAEE categories
* **Preloaded Rates** - Erion rates already configured and ready to use
* **Automatic Calculation** - The eco-fee is automatically calculated in cart and checkout
* **Product Metabox** - Dedicated tab in product settings to assign category and rate
* **Customizable Rates** - Ability to override the rate for individual products
* **Bulk Actions** - Quick assignment of RAEE category to multiple products
* **HPOS Compatible** - Full support for WooCommerce High-Performance Order Storage

= Supported RAEE Categories =

* **R1** - Cooling and climate (refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners)
* **R2** - Large appliances (washing machines, dishwashers, ovens)
* **R3** - TV and monitors (televisions, monitors, displays)
* **R4** - Small appliances and electronics (small appliances, PCs, phones)
* **R5** - Lighting sources (lamps, fluorescent tubes)

= Documentation =

Visit the [complete documentation](https://www.ilghera.com/documentation/ilghera-contributo-raee-for-woocommerce/) for detailed guides on using the plugin.

= Support =

For assistance, visit the [support forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/ilghera-contributo-raee-for-woocommerce/) or contact us at [ilghera.com](https://www.ilghera.com/support/).

== Installation ==

= Automatic Installation =

1. Go to **Plugins > Add New** in the WordPress admin panel
2. Search for "ilGhera Contributo RAEE for WooCommerce"
3. Click **Install Now** and then **Activate**

= Manual Installation =

1. Download the plugin ZIP file
2. Go to **Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin**
3. Select the ZIP file and click **Install Now**
4. Activate the plugin

= Configuration =

1. Go to **WooCommerce > Contributo RAEE**
2. Configure general settings
3. Check the preloaded rates
4. Assign RAEE categories to your products

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= What is the RAEE eco-fee? =

The RAEE eco-fee is a mandatory environmental contribution intended to finance the collection, treatment, and recycling of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). It is required by Italian regulations implementing European directives.

= Do I need to show the eco-fee separately? =

Yes, according to Italian regulations (D.Lgs. 49/2014), the RAEE eco-fee must be visible and separate from the product price at the time of purchase.

= What is 1:1 takeback? =

The 1:1 takeback is a consumer right provided by D.Lgs. 49/2014. When purchasing a new electrical appliance, the customer can request free pickup of the old equivalent appliance.

= Are the rates already configured? =

Yes, the plugin comes with preloaded Erion rates.

= Can I set a different rate for a single product? =

Yes, in the RAEE tab of the product settings you can enter a custom rate that will override the default category rate.

= Is the plugin compatible with HPOS? =

Yes, the plugin is fully compatible with WooCommerce High-Performance Order Storage (HPOS).

= Can I exclude a product from the eco-fee? =

Yes, you can mark a product as "Exempt from eco-fee" in the product settings.

== Screenshots ==

1. General settings page
2. RAEE rates management
3. RAEE tab in product settings
4. Eco-fee visible in checkout
5. 1:1 takeback option in checkout
6. RAEE details in admin order
7. RAEE column in products list
8. Bulk action for category assignment

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* First public release
* Support for RAEE categories R1-R5
* Preloaded Erion rates
* Automatic eco-fee calculation
* Product metabox with RAEE tab
* Bulk actions for category assignment
* HPOS compatibility

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
First version of the plugin.
