=== Media Optimizer by Shires ===
Contributors: shires
Tags: image optimization, webp, avif, media, performance
Requires at least: 6.5
Tested up to: 6.6
Requires PHP: 8.1
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Optimize images and supported video, generate WebP/AVIF, audit image SEO, and safely manage unused media — without ever risking your originals.

== Description ==

Media Optimizer by Shires reduces image file sizes, generates modern formats (WebP and AVIF), audits and helps fix missing alt text, and identifies media that may no longer be in use — all while protecting your original files at every step.

A valid license is required to use the plugin's features. After installing and activating, you'll be taken straight to the License page — nothing else is available until a license is activated.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin ZIP via Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, or extract it into `wp-content/plugins/`.
2. Activate Media Optimizer by Shires.
3. You'll be redirected to Media Optimizer → License. Enter your license key.
4. Once activated, visit Settings to choose your optimization mode.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Will this modify or delete my original images? =

No. Optimization always writes new files alongside the original. The original is never deleted, and is only ever overwritten if you explicitly use Restore.

= What happens if the license server is unreachable? =

Your site keeps working normally. The plugin uses your last known license status for a grace period.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release.
