=== WPPlugz Disable Checkout ===
Contributors: wpplugz
Tags: woocommerce, disable checkout, demo mode, redirect, shop
Requires at least: 6.4.1
Tested up to: 6.7
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv3 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

Disable the checkout process in WooCommerce while allowing users to add products to the cart, view cart, edit cart. This plugin is useful for demo websites or emergency situations where checkout needs to be turned off temporarily.

== Description ==

**Disable WooCommerce Checkout** is a simple plugin that prevents customers from completing the checkout process in WooCommerce. Instead, users are redirected back to the shop page whenever they try to proceed to checkout. The "Add to Cart" functionality remains intact, making this plugin ideal for:

* Demo websites where checkout is not needed.
* Temporary shutdowns of checkout due to emergencies or maintenance.

When users attempt to go to the checkout page or click on the "Proceed to Checkout" button, they are redirected back to the shop page, ensuring that the checkout process is disabled. This can be handy for showcasing products without allowing actual purchases.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/wpplugz-disable-checkout` directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress.
3. The plugin will automatically disable checkout functionality, when activated, while still allowing products to be added to the cart.
4. To enable checkout, deactivate plugin.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Can I still add products to the cart? =
Yes, products can still be added to the cart. This plugin only disables the checkout process.

= What happens when a user clicks "Proceed to Checkout"? =
When a user clicks "Proceed to Checkout," they are automatically redirected back to the shop page.

= How do I restore normal checkout functionality? =
Simply deactivate the plugin, and WooCommerce checkout will be re-enabled.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release.
* Disable WooCommerce checkout and redirect users to the shop page.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial release of Disable WooCommerce Checkout.

== License ==

This plugin is licensed under the GPLv3 or later. For details, visit [GPLv3 License](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html).
