Installation Guide

This comprehensive guide will walk you through installing AI Product Tools on your WordPress site, from checking system requirements to completing the initial setup.

System Requirements

Before installing AI Product Tools, ensure your system meets these requirements:

WordPress Requirements

Server Requirements

• cURL: Enabled for API communications
• SSL/HTTPS: Recommended for secure API key transmission
• File Permissions: Write permissions for plugin directory

Third-Party Requirements

• API Key: OpenAI or Google Gemini AI account with API access
• Internet Connection: Required for AI API communications

Installation Methods

Choose the installation method that works best for your setup:

Method 1: WordPress Admin Dashboard (Recommended)

1. Download the Plugin

   • Purchase and download the plugin from the official source
   • Save the ai-product-tools.zip file to your computer

2. Upload via WordPress Admin

   • Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard
   • Navigate to Plugins → Add New
   • Click Upload Plugin button
   • Choose the ai-product-tools.zip file
   • Click Install Now

3. Activate the Plugin

   • After installation, click Activate Plugin
   • You'll be redirected to the setup page

Method 2: FTP Upload

1. Extract the Plugin

   • Unzip the ai-product-tools.zip file
   • You should see an ai-product-tools folder

2. Upload via FTP

   • Connect to your server via FTP
   • Navigate to /wp-content/plugins/
   • Upload the entire ai-product-tools folder

3. Activate via WordPress

   • Go to your WordPress admin dashboard
   • Navigate to Plugins → Installed Plugins
   • Find "AI Product Tools" and click Activate

Method 3: cPanel File Manager

1. Access cPanel

   • Log in to your hosting cPanel
   • Open File Manager

2. Navigate and Upload

   • Go to public_html/wp-content/plugins/
   • Upload the ai-product-tools.zip file
   • Extract the zip file in the plugins directory

3. Activate the Plugin

   • Return to WordPress admin
   • Activate the plugin from the Plugins page

Initial Setup

Step 1: WooCommerce Verification

After activation, the plugin will automatically check for WooCommerce:

Step 2: Setup Wizard

The plugin includes a setup wizard that guides you through:

1. Welcome Screen

   • Overview of plugin features
   • Links to documentation

2. API Provider Selection

   • Choose between OpenAI or Google Gemini AI
   • Learn about each provider's benefits

3. API Key Configuration

   • Enter your API key
   • Test the connection

4. Basic Settings

   • Set default language
   • Choose writing style
   • Configure content length preferences

Step 3: License Activation (Premium Users)

If you have a premium license:

1. Navigate to AI Product Tools → Account
2. Enter your license key
3. Click Activate License
4. Verify premium features are unlocked

Verification

Check Plugin Status

1. Go to Plugins → Installed Plugins
2. Verify "AI Product Tools" shows as Active
3. Look for the AI Product Tools menu in your admin sidebar

Test Basic Functionality

1. Navigate to AI Product Tools → Toolkit
2. Verify the dashboard loads correctly
3. Check that your API provider is configured
4. Test with a single product generation

Verify WooCommerce Integration

1. Go to Products → All Products
2. Edit any product
3. Look for the "AI Product Tools" meta box
4. Verify the single generation interface appears

Next Steps

After successful installation:

Common Installation Issues

Plugin Won't Activate

WooCommerce Not Detected

• Install and activate WooCommerce first
• Ensure WooCommerce is properly configured
• Check for WooCommerce plugin conflicts

Setup Wizard Doesn't Appear

• Clear browser cache
• Check for JavaScript errors in browser console
• Verify file permissions are correct

API Connection Issues

• Verify internet connection
• Check firewall settings
• Ensure cURL is enabled on server

Support

If you encounter issues during installation:

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