=== WebToffee Gift Cards for WooCommerce ===
Contributors: WebToffee
Version: 1.3.0
Donate link:https://www.webtoffee.com/product/woocommerce-gift-cards/
Tags: gift cards, woocommerce gift cards,  gift certificates, gift voucher, advanced gift cards
Requires at least: 3.5
Tested up to: 7.0
Requires PHP: 5.6
Stable tag: 1.3.0
License: GPLv3
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

Sell WooCommerce gift cards in your store. Let customers buy, personalize, and send digital gift vouchers via email with ease.
 
== Description ==
 
**The easiest way to sell WooCommerce gift cards.** The WebToffee Gift Cards for WooCommerce plugin lets you create digital gift card products, send them to recipients via email, and let customers redeem them at checkout.
 
Whether you want to run a holiday gifting campaign, reward loyal customers, or offer store credit, this free WooCommerce gift card plugin has you covered. It works like an Amazon-style gift card experience. Customers pick a value, enter the recipient's details, add a personal message, and you handle the rest automatically.
 
Looking for advanced features like expiry dates, 20+ templates, physical gift cards, or store credit refunds? The [premium version](https://www.webtoffee.com/product/woocommerce-gift-cards/?utm_source=free_plugin_readme&utm_medium=gift_cards&utm_campaign=WooCommerce_Gift_Cards) unlocks the full gift card toolkit.
 
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== Why Store Owners Choose This WooCommerce Gift Cards Plugin ==
 
Gift cards are one of the highest-margin products you can sell. Recipients almost always spend more than the card's value, and every gift card introduces your store to a brand-new customer. This plugin makes it straightforward to tap into that opportunity.

== WooCommerce Gift Cards Free Version Features ==
 
= Create and Sell Gift Cards =
&#128312; Create digital gift card products in WooCommerce
&#128312; Set predefined gift card amounts ($10, $25, $50, $100, etc.)
&#128312; Rename the gift card product title to match your brand
&#128312; Display gift card products anywhere on your site using shortcodes
&#128312; Auto-generate and send gift cards on order Processing or Completed status
 
= Gift Card Design =
&#128312; Four free gift card templates covering a range of occasions and styles
&#128312; Attach gift cards as PDF files to the recipient's email
 
= Gift Card Delivery and Personalization =
&#128312; Send gift cards to recipients directly via email from the backend
&#128312; Add multiple recipients to a single gift card email
&#128312; Let customers add a custom personal message with their gift card
&#128312; Allow senders to remain anonymous when sending gift cards
 
= Gift Card Email =
&#128312; Fully editable gift card email content and messaging
&#128312; Gift card code included in the email for easy retrieval
 
= Store Credit Coupons =
&#128312; Create store credit coupons for WooCommerce
&#128312; Customers can redeem store credits partially across multiple orders
&#128312; Assign store credit coupons to specific users for controlled usage

== WooCommerce Gift Cards Plugin Premium Version Features ==
 
Upgrade to [WooCommerce Gift Cards Pro](https://www.webtoffee.com/product/woocommerce-gift-cards/?utm_source=free_plugin_readme&utm_medium=gift_cards&utm_campaign=WooCommerce_Gift_Cards) for the full feature set:
 
&#9989; Create unlimited gift card products
&#9989; 20+ professionally designed gift card templates
&#9989; Allow customers to choose a custom gift card amount (with optional min/max limits)
&#9989; Create and sell physical gift cards
&#9989; Set expiry dates for gift cards
&#9989; Allow customers to schedule gift card delivery for a future date
&#9989; Let customers upload custom images for the gift card
&#9989; Create fully custom gift card templates
&#9989; Send product recommendations inside gift card emails
&#9989; Issue free gift cards to specific users with usage restrictions
&#9989; Manage user gift card and credit balances from the backend
&#9989; Provide instant refunds as store credits
&#9989; Apply store credits toward shipping, tax, and other charges
&#9989; Allow customers to print gift vouchers
 
 
== How WooCommerce Gift Cards Work ==
 
= For customers purchasing a gift card: =
1. Customer visits the gift card product page and selects a predefined amount.
2. They enter the recipient's name, email address, and an optional personal message.
3. They complete checkout like any normal product.
4. The gift card is automatically emailed to the recipient (with a PDF attachment) once the order reaches the configured status.
 
= For recipients redeeming a gift card: =
1. Recipient receives the gift card email with their unique code.
2. They visit your store, add products to the cart, and enter the gift card code at checkout.
3. The gift card balance is applied to their order. If the balance does not cover the full amount, they pay the difference with another payment method.
4. Any unused balance remains on the gift card for future purchases.
 
= For store owners managing gift cards: =
1. View all issued gift cards and their balances from the WooCommerce backend.
2. Send free gift cards to customers directly from the admin panel.
3. Edit the gift card email content to match your brand tone and messaging.

== Store Credit Coupons for WooCommerce ==
 
Beyond standard gift cards, this plugin lets you create store credit coupons — a flexible alternative to cash refunds and a powerful loyalty tool. Store credits work exactly like gift cards but are typically issued by the store rather than purchased by customers.
 
Use cases for store credits:
1. Offer store credit instead of cash refunds to retain revenue.
2. Reward loyal customers or referral program participants.
3. Run promotional campaigns where customers earn store credit for purchases above a certain value.
 
Store credit coupons can be assigned to specific users, which prevents unauthorized use and keeps your discount budget predictable.
 
Pair this with [Smart Coupons for WooCommerce](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wt-smart-coupons-for-woocommerce/) for advanced store credit management, BOGO deals, bulk coupon generation, and URL-based coupons.
 
 
== Extend Your Gift Card Strategy with Smart Coupons ==
 
The WebToffee Gift Cards plugin works seamlessly alongside **Smart Coupons for WooCommerce** — a dedicated WooCommerce coupon plugin that handles advanced discounting, store credits, and coupon automation.
 
Together, they cover the full spectrum of gifting and discounting:
 
* **Gift Cards** handle purchase-based gifting and recipient delivery.
* **Smart Coupons** handle store-issued credits, BOGO offers, bulk discount rules, auto-applied coupons, and usage-restricted vouchers.
 
* [Get Smart Coupons Free](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wt-smart-coupons-for-woocommerce/)
* [Get Smart Coupons Premium](https://www.webtoffee.com/product/smart-coupons-for-woocommerce/?utm_source=free_plugin_readme&utm_medium=gift_cards&utm_campaign=smart_coupons)
 
 
== What Our Customers Say ==

> **Chris.V (@chrisv234)** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
> Works as advertised! Easy to use and by far superior to the other free alternatives! Great plugin! Great support!

> **Christer Hansson (@0code42)** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
> Works straight out of the box, and very intuitive and easy to use. Lots of possibilities for your giftcard needs. Also, fantastic support! Thumbs up!

> **giordanidis (@giordanidis)** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
> I needed a simple solution to add a gift card to my WooCommerce website, so I opted for the free version of this plugin. Initially, I ran into some compatibility issues with a multi-currency plugin I wanted to use alongside it. I reached out to the support team, and they quickly responded with a solution, making the plugin compatible with the multi-currency one I was using. Their support was both friendly and prompt.



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== Installation ==

= Minimum Requirements =

WordPress Version: 3.5 or higher
PHP Version: 5.6 or higher

= Steps to install the plugin =

To install the plugin, follow the below steps:

Step 1: Log in to your WordPress dashboard. 
Step 2: Navigate to Plugins and select Add New. 
Step 3: In the search bar, type "WebToffee Gift Cards for WooCommerce" and click Search Plugins. 
Step 4: Once you find the Gift card plugin by WebToffee, click on "Install Now".
Step 5: After installation, click "Activate" to activate the plugin. 


== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= What is the maximum number of gift cards I can create? =
You can create only one gift card with the free version of this plugin. The premium version allows you to create unlimited gift cards on your WooCommerce store.


= How can I create WooCommerce gift cards for my customers? =
Simply install the plugin and add a new gift card product on your store. Configure the gift card products with predetermined values and templates. You can allow your customers to buy, redeem, and share gift cards to their loved ones.

= Are WooCommerce gift vouchers downloadable? =
Yes, the plugin offers downloadable gift certificates with attach gift cards as PDF feature.

= How can customers purchase a gift card on my WooCommerce store? =
Gift cards can be purchased like normal products from your WooCommerce store. Choose the gift card amount, enter the recipient details, and proceed to checkout.

= Where can I get a custom value gift card tailored to my needs? =
You can get a custom value gift card tailored to your needs with this plugin. The premium version of the plugin allows users to create personalized gift cards where they can set custom values, choose from a variety of templates, or even upload their own. 

= Can customers customize the design of the gift card? =
No, you can select gift card images from the available free templates. The premium version of the plugin allows the admin and the users to upload their custom gift card designs.

= How many gift card templates are available? = 
This free gift card plugin offers four templates to offer personalized gift cards. The premium version offers 20+ pre-designed templates to choose from. 

= How are digital gift cards delivered to recipients? =
The gift card will be automatically delivered to the recipient’s email address based on the order status you have selected while setting up the plugin.

= What happens if a customer returns a product purchased using the gift card? =
If a user returns a product purchased using the gift card, the amount will be credited to the same gift card. The user can redeem the amount again using the same gift card coupon code. This is only applicable for full refunds.

= Can I send free gift cards to customers? =
Yes, you can send free gift cards to customers. 

= Can customers send gift cards anonymously? =
Yes, gift cards can be sent anonymously.

= Can I edit the gift card email? = 
Yes, you can edit or change the content in the gift card email.

= What happens if a customer loses their gift card code? =
The gift card code will be sent along with the gift card email. Customers can find the gift card code from the gift card email and redeem it anytime they make a purchase in your store.

== Screenshots ==

1. WooCommerce Gift Cards General Settings
2. Sending gift cards from backend
3. Configuring gift card product for the store
4. Gift card product in the store
5. Available gift card products in the store
6. Gift card received on the email
7. Applying gift card in the store


== Changelog ==

= 1.3.0 2026-05-19 =
*[Compatibility] - Tested OK with Wordpress 7.0

[See changelog for all versions](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/wt-gift-cards-woocommerce/trunk/changelog.txt)


== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.3.0 2026-05-19 =
*[Compatibility] - Tested OK with Wordpress 7.0