=== Order Notification for WooCommerce – Get Instant Audio Alert on new Orders ===
Contributors: stackwc, ilmosys
Donate link: https://stackwc.com
Tags: Order checker, order listener, Order Alert, WooCommerce Audio Alert, Order sound notification
Requires at least: 5.6
Tested up to: 7.0
Tested up to WooCommerce: 10.8
Stable tag: 3.6.5
Requires PHP: 7.1
Requires WooCommerce: 7.2
Text Domain: woc-order-alert
License: GPLv3
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

Get instant audio alert notifications when your WooCommerce store receives new orders, helping you stay on top of sales.

== Description ==

<a href="https://stackwc.com/plugins/woc-order-alert/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=plugin_name"> Order Notification for WooCommerce</a> helps store owners instantly know when a new order is placed by playing an audio alert on their device. No more refreshing the WooCommerce dashboard or constantly checking order status — get notified in real time as soon as an order is received.

This lightweight WooCommerce order listener plugin automatically monitors new orders and triggers a sound notification through your browser speaker. Once enabled, it works silently in the background and alerts you instantly, making order management faster and more efficient.

<p>⭐ <a href="https://stackwc.com/plugins/woc-order-alert/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=upgrade-pro"> Upgrade to Pro</a> | 🚀 <a href="https://stackwc.com/plugins/woc-order-alert/"> Try the Demo</a> | 🛟 <a href="https://stackwc.com/support/"> Get Support</a></p>

Perfect for store admins, shop managers, and teams who want to respond quickly to new orders and improve workflow efficiency.

### 🎥 Quick Plugin Overview
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdcbFVDr2ao]

### 🚀 Key Features
* Real-time order notifications with audio alerts
* Automatic order checking in the background
* Customizable notification sounds
* Control request frequency with "Requests per Minute" setting
* Lightweight and optimized for performance
* Works on all devices with a web browser
* Mobile-responsive design
* Easy setup and configuration

### ⭐ PRO Features
* Upload custom notification sounds
* Keep order notifier and sound settings active after page refresh.
* Show order alert popups across all WordPress admin pages
* Set conditions for order notifications:
  * Order status-based alerts
  * Product-specific notifications
  * Category-based alerts
  * Tag-based alerts
  * Minimum order amount
* Advanced rules with AND/OR conditions
* Role-based notifications
* Priority order processing

### Perfect for WooCommerce store owners who want to:
- Get immediate notifications for new orders
- Monitor sales activity without checking the dashboard
- Improve order processing time
- Stay updated even when away from the computer

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ User Reviews
> "I have tried many kind of plugin for my Fashion Shop... But they couldn't full fill my Expectation... After all that hustle i tried this plugin and i am very much happy now... I love there Exclusive features... I think Every Business People Should use this plugin for there order Notification... Thank you so much"
> 
> — [lukasleon24](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/its-a-great-plugin-44/)

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== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/woc-order-alert` directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
3. Go to WooCommerce > Order Notifier to configure your notification settings.
4. Choose your preferred notification sound and adjust the volume.
5. Set up any custom rules for order notifications (Pro feature).
6. Save your settings and start receiving instant order alerts!

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How does the order notification work? =
The plugin automatically checks for new orders at regular intervals and plays an audio alert when a new order is detected in your WooCommerce store.

= Can I use my own notification sound? =
Yes, Pro users can upload custom audio files to use as notification sounds.

= How often does the plugin check for new orders? =
You can control the check frequency using the "Requests per Minute" setting in the plugin options.

= Does this plugin affect my site's performance? =
The plugin is optimized for minimal performance impact, using efficient AJAX calls and configurable check intervals.

== Screenshots ==
1. Click to Start the Audio Alerts Notifier
2. Notification Popup Preview - See how audio alerts will appear
3. Order Notification Panel & Order List
4. General Settings – Requests per Minute
5. Enable Custom Notification Rules (Pro)

== Changelog ==
= 3.6.5 - 04/06/2026 =
* Updated - WooCommerce compatibility tested up to 10.8
* Updated - WordPress compatibility tested up to 7.0

= 3.6.4 - 24/04/2026 =
* NEW - Added setting to remember notifier and sound state after page refresh. (Pro)
* NEW - Added setting to show order popups across all WordPress admin pages. (Pro)
* IMPROVEMENT - Restored notifier active state automatically when persistence is enabled.
* FIX - Improved sound playback behavior after refresh and popup acknowledge actions.
* Updated - WooCommerce compatibility tested up to 10.7.0

= 3.6.3 - 24/02/2026 =
* TWEAK - Enhanced WooCommerce REST API compatibility by removing unused permission overrides

= 3.6.2 - 21/02/2026 =
* SECURITY - Fixed critical vulnerability that bypassed WooCommerce authentication
* SECURITY - Removed unauthorized access to WooCommerce REST API endpoints
* SECURITY - Restored proper permission checks for products, coupons, and customer data
* SECURITY - Prevented unauthorized read/write access to store resources
* UPDATE - WooCommerce compatibility updated to 10.5

= 3.6.1 - 30/12/2025 =
* CRITICAL FIX - Fixed PRO settings conditions not working after activation
* FIX - Added missing PRO class instantiation
* FIX - Fixed filter hook parameter mismatch
* FIX - Improved customer detection for admin-placed orders
* FIX - Enhanced user role detection logic
* UPDATE - WordPress compatibility updated to 6.9
* UPDATE - WooCommerce compatibility updated to 10.4

= 3.6.0 - 12/07/2025 =
* FIX - Tested with latest WordPress version
* FIX - Fixed notification issue

= 3.5.6 - 16/04/2025 =
* FIX - Tested with latest WordPress version
* FIX - Updated some links.

= 3.5.5 - 24/01/2025 =
* UPDATE - Added compatibility support with latest WordPress & WooCommerce.

= 3.5.4 - 09/05/2024 =
* UPDATE - WordPress, WooCommerce version update and basic test.

= 3.5.3 - 15/02/2024 =
* FIX - Fixed compatibility issues with other plugins.

= 3.5.2 - 23/01/2024 =
* UPDATE - WooCommerce version update and basic test.

= 3.5.1 - 14/12/2023 =
* UPDATE - WooCommerce version update and basic test.

= 3.5.0 - 11/11/2023 =
* UPDATE - WordPress and WooCommerce version update.

= 3.4.9 - 24/10/2023 =
* UPDATE - WooCommerce version update and basic test.

= 3.4.8 - 12/10/2023 =
* UPDATE - WooCommerce version update and basic test.

= 3.4.7 - 07/10/2023 =
* UPDATE - Bug Fix.

= 3.4.6 - 16/09/2023 =
* UPDATE - Pro licence Activated and checking all features.

= 3.4.5 - 07/09/2023 =
* UPDATE - Basic test and update.

= 3.4.4 - 31/08/2023 =
* UPDATE - WooCommerce Update.

= 3.4.3 - 24/08/2023 =
* UPDATE - Basic test and update.

= 3.4.2 - 17/08/2023 =
* UPDATE - WooCommerce version update.

= 3.4.1 - 10/08/2023 =
* UPDATE - WordPress and WooCommerce version update.

= 3.4.0 - 16/07/2023 =
* UPDATE - Simple Updated.

= 3.3.9 - 10/06/2023 =
* UPDATE - Tested with the latest WooCommerce version.

= 3.3.8 - 07/05/2023 =
* UPDATE - WooCommerce version updated.

= 3.3.7 - 15/04/2023 =
* UPDATE - Tested with the latest WooCommerce version.

= 3.3.6 - 01/04/2023 =
* UPDATE - Tested with the latest WordPress version.

= 3.3.5 - 20/03/2023 =
* UPDATE - Readme text update.

= 3.3.4 - 07/03/2023 =
* NEW FEATURE - Added capabilities to the shop manager for accessing Order Notifier.

= 3.3.3 - 23/02/2023 =
* NEW - Integrate WPDK.

= 3.3.1 - 06/10/2022 =
* NEW - Updated UI and performance.

= 3.2.1 - 08/04/2022 =
* IMPROVEMENT - Security updates.

= 3.1.11 - 17/02/2022 =
* IMPROVEMENT - Removed base64 audio string.

= 3.1.10 - 17/02/2022 =
* FIX - Fixed custom audio file remove button.
* FIX - Fixed order status conditions.
* FIX - Fixed help section with proper links.

= 3.1.9 - 14/02/2022 =
* FIX - Fixed custom audio sound issue on listener.

= 3.1.8 - 03/02/2022 =
* FIX - SDK Update.

= 3.1.6 - 21/01/2022 =
* FIX - Now the Listener will play automatically without the listener tab being active.

= 3.1.3 - 21/11/2021 =
* UPDATE - License and Update manager added on Pro version.

= 3.1.2 - 07/11/2021 =
* FIX - Reduce server response.

= 3.1.0 - 30/07/2020 =
* FIX - Reduce server resource with new searching algorithm.

= 3.0.0 - 13/06/2019 =
* NEW FEATURE - Implement New Feature.

= 2.0.2 - 14/02/2018 =
* FIX - No sound problem when new order comes.

= 2.0.1 - 12/02/2018 =
* NEW FEATURE - Added extra features.

= 2.0.0 - 11/11/2017 =
* NEW FEATURE - Updates major parts of the Plugin.

= 1.0.0 - 10/13/2016 =
* NEW - Initial release.

== Upgrade Notice ==
