=== Business Startup Expert ===

Contributors: drakearthur
Requires at least: 5.5
Tested up to: 7.0
Requires PHP: 7.2
Stable tag: 3.0.7
Version: 3.0.7
License: GPLv3 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html
Tags: one-column, two-columns, three-columns, four-columns, left-sidebar, right-sidebar, grid-layout, wide-blocks, editor-style, full-width-template, custom-background, custom-colors, custom-header, custom-logo, custom-menu, sticky-post, featured-images, footer-widgets, flexible-header, featured-image-header, post-formats, theme-options, threaded-comments, translation-ready, rtl-language-support, portfolio, education, blog

== Copyright ==

Business Startup Expert WordPress Theme, Copyright 2025 drakearthur
Business Startup Expert is distributed under the terms of the GNU GPL

== Description ==

Business Startup Expert is a versatile and modern theme tailored for startups, entrepreneurs, and agencies, including those focused on branding, consulting, and digital marketing. This creative startup design provides a strong online presence for corporate and professional services, featuring a minimal and elegant aesthetic that is both responsive and user-friendly across all devices. Its retina-ready display guarantees sharp visuals, while SEO optimization boosts visibility and reach. With a wealth of powerful features, the theme allows extensive personalization to meet unique branding requirements, enabling easy customization through shortcodes, the Bootstrap framework, and built-in settings without any coding expertise. It integrates seamlessly with popular plugins such as WooCommerce, Contact Form 7, Yoast SEO, and Jetpack, enhancing functionality and engagement while facilitating lead generation and online transactions. The layout incorporates engaging banners, dynamic testimonials, service highlights, pricing tables, portfolio showcases, and strategic Call to Action buttons for optimized conversions. Thanks to its efficient coding, secure performance, and fast loading speed, it serves as a reliable solution for modern business needs. With animated sections, parallax effects, and interactive layouts, it provides a polished visual experience. Additionally, social media integration and translation-ready features empower agencies and companies to expand their reach globally with ease. Whether utilized by developers managing client projects or business owners overseeing their own ventures, it remains scalable and flexible, making it ideal for growth-oriented agency websites emphasizing visibility and long-term success.

== Installation ==
	
1. In your admin panel, go to Appearance > Themes and click the Add New button.
2. Click Upload and Choose File, then select the theme's .zip file. Click Install Now.
3. Click Activate to use your new theme right away.

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License and Copyrights for Resources used in Business Startup Expert WordPress Theme
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1) Screenshot Image
Theme image
URL: https://pxhere.com/en/photo/1456591
Source: https://pxhere.com/
License: Creative Commons Zero

Theme image
URL: https://pxhere.com/en/photo/1434697
Source: https://pxhere.com/
License: Creative Commons Zero

Theme image
URL: https://pxhere.com/en/photo/1445813
Source: https://pxhere.com/
License: Creative Commons Zero

Theme image
URL: https://pxhere.com/en/photo/1450327
Source: https://pxhere.com/
License: Creative Commons Zero

== Changelog ==

@version 0.1
* Initial release

@version 1.1
* Added get started.
* Added footer link.
* Added Demo Import.
* Added Notice Function.

@version 1.2
* Updated Footer Widgets.

@version 1.3
* Added Limits in default footer.

@version 1.4
* Updated Free vs Pro information.
* Added Conditions for Scroll to top & Preloader color settings.
* Added Hover Effects.
* Added Default images in posts.
* Added Default sidebar code for fetching categories.

@version 1.5
* Added New Description.

@version 1.6
* Added New Notice Function.
* Updated Get Start.

@version 1.7
* minor css

@version 1.8
* Minor bug fixes.

@version 1.9
* Added Animations.
* Added Animations On/Off Setting.
* Added WOW JS Licence & Copyright in Readme.
* Added Animate CSS Licence & Copyright in Readme.
* Updated POT File.

@version 2.0
* Fixed Minor Issues.

@version 2.1
* Description Update.

@version 2.2
* Updated WordPress Version.

@version 2.3
* Updated Sidebar Default Widgets.
* Added Pagination On Archive Page.
* Added Pagination On Search Page.

@version 2.4
* Issues Resolved.

@version 2.5
* Done Changes In Description.

@version 2.6
* Updated plugin installation functionality.
* Improved overall responsiveness.
* Updated WooCommerce Widgets CSS.
* Improved RTL compatibility.

@version 2.7
    * Fixed css errors.

@version 2.8
* Added footer copyright font size setting.
* Added footer copyright top and bottom padding setting.
* Updated POT file.

@version 2.9
    * Updated theme content.

@version 3.0
    * Fixed css errors.

= 3.0.1 =
* Improved Page Loading.

@version 3.0.3
    * Updated WordPress errors.
    * Updated content.
    * Resolved get started errors.
    * Resolved woocommerce cart page errros.
    * Resolved show page pagination error.
    * Resolved shop page spacing errors.
= 3.0.4 =
* Optimized Theme Assets.

= 3.0.5 =
* Fixed Minor Issues.

= 3.0.6 =
* Optimized Theme Assets.

= 3.0.7 =
* Design and Layout Updates.
