=== Simple Custom Coming Soon/Maintenance Mode ===
Contributors: sachinrajcp123
Tags: coming soon page, maintenance mode page, under construction page, custom coming soon, website under maintenance, responsive maintenance mode, launching soon, temporary site down, maintenance mode plugin, customizable maintenance page, countdown, templates, seo
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.0
Stable tag: 2.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A customizable Coming Soon/Maintenance Mode plugin for WordPress that lets you display a professional coming soon or under-construction page—with countdown timer, template options, SEO, and more.

== Description ==

**Simple Custom Coming Soon/Maintenance Mode** is a user-friendly WordPress plugin for creating and customizing a coming soon or maintenance mode page. Whether launching a new site or performing updates, this plugin keeps visitors informed with a professional page—now with even more powerful features in v2.0!

**New in Version 2.0:**
- **Countdown Timer:** Set start/end date & time, with real-time countdown and redirect when timer ends.
- **Template Options:** Switch between Minimal, Professional, and Advanced templates to match your style.
- **Live Preview:** Instantly see your coming soon page as you customize it from the dashboard.
- **Custom CSS/JS:** For developers or advanced users to add custom styles and scripts.
- **SEO Controls:** Set meta title and description for your maintenance page.
- **Mobile Responsive:** All templates look great on any device.
- **Easy Enable/Disable:** Control maintenance mode with a single click.

**Features include:**
- Easy setup with no coding required.
- Customizable messages and styles.
- Countdown timer with optional redirect.
- Multiple templates for different looks.
- Responsive design for all devices.
- Compatible with all themes.

Keep your visitors informed while you work on your website behind the scenes!

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/simple-custom-coming-soonmaintenance-mode` directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress.
3. Go to **Settings > Coming Soon** to configure and enable Coming Soon or Maintenance Mode.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I enable the coming soon mode? =
Go to **Settings > Coming Soon** and check the "Enable Coming Soon" option. Save your settings.

= Can I customize the page content and style? =
Yes! Change title, message, select template, set countdown, and even add custom CSS.

= What happens when the timer reaches zero? =
The page displays "We're live!" and (if you set a URL) automatically redirects visitors to your chosen page.

= Will the coming soon page affect logged-in users? =
No, logged-in administrators can still view the full website as normal.

= Is this plugin compatible with any theme? =
Yes, Simple Custom Coming Soon/Maintenance Mode works with any WordPress theme.

== Screenshots ==

1. **Plugin Settings Page**: Where you configure templates, timer, and content.
2. **Coming Soon Page Example**: What visitors will see (with countdown timer).
3. **Template Selection**: Switch between Minimal, Professional, Advanced styles.
4. **Mobile Preview**: How the page looks on a phone.

== Changelog ==

= 2.0 =
* Added countdown timer with redirect option
* Added template options: Minimal, Professional, Advanced
* Added live preview in dashboard
* Added custom CSS/JS, and SEO settings
* Improved responsive design and UI

= 1.0 =
* Initial release

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 2.0 =
Major upgrade with countdown timer, template selection, SEO, and advanced options.
