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  1. === Free Tools to Automate Your Site Growth ===
  2. Contributors: SumoMe
  3. Tags: analytics, campaign monitor, click to tweet, contact form, content analytics, convertkit, drip, email form, ExactTarget, exit-intent, Facebook, facebook share, FeedBlitz, floating social buttons, growth, heat map, heatmaps, Hubspot, image sharing, inbound marketing, Inbox First, infusionsoft, landing page, lightbox, links, mailchimp, mailerlite, mailing list, mailjet, MyEmma, MyNewsletterBuilder, newsletter, Ontraport, pardot, popup, sailthru, scroll box, share, share buttons, share image, sharebar, sharing, site traffic, sms, social, social bookmarking, social media buttons, social plugin, social sharing, subscribers, subscription, traffic growth, tweet button, twitter, twitter share, vero, vertical response, welcome mat, WhatCounts, widget, zapier
  4. Requires at least: 3.0.1
  5. Tested up to: 4.9.3
  6. Stable tag: 1.29
  7. License: GPLv2 or later
  8. License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
  9. Free and easy way to double your email subscribers, plus sharing tools to double your traffic from Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest & more.
  10. == Description ==
  11. Most blogs are designed for hit-and-run readers. People find your blog, read your article, and leave. Wouldn't it be nice if some of those people subscribed or shared your amazing post?
  12. >Sumo provides free tools you need to grow your WordPress site. This plugin will make it easy for your readers to join your email list, share your articles, and optimize with analytics. The free tools include:
  13. >
  14. >`List Builder` will let you create a fancy lightbox pop up to [build email subscriptions](http://sumo.com/?src=wordpress) (for MailChimp, Aweber, Constant Contact, Campaign Monitor, GetResponse, ActiveCampaign, MyEmma, Mad Mimi, Infusionsoft, Feedblitz, HubSpot, MyNewsletterBuilder, Inbox First, Sailthru, Klaviyo, Vero, Pardot, Zapier, Ontraport, ExactTarget, Vertical Response, Drip, MailerLite, WhatCounts, ConvertKit, MailJet, Maropost, and others).
  15. >
  16. >`Share` makes it insanely easy for people to share your content on mobile or web.
  17. >
  18. >`Welcome Mat` displays a full-screen call-to-action that shows when visitors land on your site.
  19. >
  20. >`Heat Maps` help you see where people are clicking (or not clicking) on your website.
  21. >
  22. >`Scroll Box` is an email collection box triggered by how far your reader makes it down the screen.
  23. >
  24. >`Smart Bar` is a Floating Bar that can appear at the top or bottom of your website. You can encourage people to subscribe to your newsletter, go to a specific page or follow you on your social networks.
  25. >
  26. >`Highlighter` makes it easy to click to tweet about your article by selecting popular parts of your writing (like Kindle and Medium).
  27. >
  28. >`Image Sharer` makes it simple to share your images (with a link to your post) on Pinterest, Facebook and Twitter.
  29. >
  30. >And even more great free tools in our Sumo Store.
  31. Now, people will find your blog, read your article, share your article on Twitter/Facebook/Pinterest, and subscribe via email to your email newsletter.
  32. = Latest Updates =
  33. * 6/20 - Smart bar can now appear at the bottom of your pages, TONS more templates for Scroll Box / Smart Bar and List Builder,
  34. * 5/21 Added tons new List Builder design templates
  35. * Added URL shortener for all sharing tools
  36. * Made Scroll Box and Smart Bar (hello bar alternative) to Pro versions (AB testing, multiple popups, advanced display rules)
  37. * Updating Heat Maps (crazyegg alternative) and Content Analytics (scroll tracking) to more automatic tracking abilities
  38. * Added SMS and WhatsApp social sharing buttons
  39. [`See more` at Sumo.com](http://sumo.com/?src=wordpress_bottom)
  40. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_kbSb97QS0]
  41. == Installation ==
  42. 1. Upload folder wp-sumome.zip to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory
  43. 1. Activate the plugin through the `Plugins` menu in WordPress
  44. 1. Click on the blue thingy in the top right.
  45. 1. Register and click on the Sumo Store to install the apps you want.
  46. 1. Eat a taco and enjoy the increased traffic to your site.
  47. == Frequently Asked Questions ==
  48. = Does this plugin slow down my site? =
  49. Not at all. This plugin loads asynchronously so it won't down your site at all.
  50. = Where do I login to Sumo? =
  51. Once you install the plugin and activate it. Go to any page on your site and you'll see a little blue thing in the top right, click on it and then the crown icon to login.
  52. = How can I install an app? =
  53. Once you've logged into Sumo, click on Sumo Store and click Install for whichever app you'd like to install. Once you have installed the List Builder app, you can integrate with MailChimp, Aweber, Constant Contact, Campaign Monitor, GetResponse, ActiveCampaign, MyEmma, Mad Mimi, Infusionsoft, Feedblitz, HubSpot, MyNewsletterBuilder, Inbox First, Sailthru, Klaviyo, Vero, Pardot, Zapier, Ontraport, ExactTarget, Vertical Response, Drip, MailerLite, WhatCounts, ConvertKit, MailJet, or Maropost.
  54. = How does Highlighter work? =
  55. Once you or a visitor to your site clicks and selects a piece of text on your site, they can choose to share that text on Facebook or Twitter. Subsequent visitors will then see that text highlighted and it'll be easier for them to share your site.
  56. = Can I delete a highlight? =
  57. Yup. Click on the highlight while logged in. Then click on delete highlight.
  58. = How many more emails will list builder help me get? =
  59. Most people see a double in growing their email list from the list builder application.
  60. = What does the Smart mode mean on List Builder? =
  61. We calculate the ideal time to show a person
  62. = Can I customize the look and feel of the popup? =
  63. You can use our default options or fully control the CSS in the advanced section.
  64. = Do you provide instant connections to any email providers? =
  65. Yes, we provide instant integration with MailChimp, Aweber, Constant Contact, Campaign Monitor, GetResponse, ActiveCampaign, MyEmma, Mad Mimi, Infusionsoft, Feedblitz, HubSpot, MyNewsletterBuilder, Inbox First, Sailthru, Klaviyo, Vero, Pardot, Zapier, Ontraport, ExactTarget, Vertical Response, Drip, MailerLite, WhatCounts, ConvertKit, MailJet, and Maropost. When a user joins, their email is automatically subscribed to your MailChimp, Aweber, or other newsletter list. Alternately, you can simply download a CSV list of your newsletter subscribers.
  66. == Other Notes ==
  67. Our MailChimp email newsletter list builder and Twitter share button apps help Wordpress users build their audiences online.
  68. Email newsletter integration options
  69. * MailChimp newsletter integration
  70. * Aweber newsletter integration
  71. * Constant Contact newsletter integration
  72. * Campaign Monitor newsletter integration
  73. * GetResponse newsletter integration
  74. * ActiveCampaign newsletter integration
  75. * MyEmma newsletter integration
  76. * Mad Mimi newsletter integration
  77. * Infusionsoft newsletter integration
  78. * Feedblitz newsletter integration
  79. * HubSpot newsletter integration
  80. * MyNewsletterBuilder newsletter integration
  81. * Inbox First newsletter integration
  82. * Sailthru newsletter integration
  83. * Klaviyo newsletter integration
  84. * Vero newsletter integration
  85. * Pardot newsletter integration
  86. * Zapier newsletter integration
  87. * Ontraport newsletter integration
  88. * ExactTarget newsletter integration
  89. * Vertical Response newsletter integration
  90. * Drip newsletter integration
  91. * MailerLite newsletter integration
  92. * WhatCounts newsletter integration
  93. * ConvertKit newsletter integration
  94. * MailJet newsletter integration
  95. * Maropost newsletter integration
  96. Why people use MailChimp
  97. * MailChimp has free plans
  98. * MailChimp automatically integrates with our plugin
  99. * MailChimp easily sends newsletters
  100. * MailChimp handles lists of all sizes
  101. * MailChimp can send drip campaigns (scheduled emails)
  102. Why people use Aweber
  103. * Aweber has a $1 first month
  104. * Aweber automatically integrates with our plugin
  105. * Aweber easily sends your newsletters
  106. * Aweber scales to handle large or small lists
  107. * Aweber can also send drip campaigns
  108. Why you should encourage Twitter sharing
  109. * Twitter helps you reach new readers
  110. * Twitter shares help build your newsletter
  111. * Twitter helps engage your current readers
  112. * Twitter followers read your articles more often
  113. * Twitter shares build your social reach
  114. * Twitter sharing establishes your thought leadership
  115. * Twitter shares encourage discussion of your posts
  116. == Screenshots ==
  117. [See all of our screenshots at Sumo.com](http://sumo.com/?src=wordpress_ss)
  118. 1. This screen shot is how to Sign up once you have activated the plugin
  119. 2. This view shows the suite of Sumo apps
  120. 3. Fully customizable email pop ups from our List Builder 3 app
  121. 4. Total control of the design and feel of the pop ups
  122. 5. Connect with all major email providers (MailChimp, Aweber, Constant Contact, Campaign Monitor, GetResponse, ActiveCampaign, MyEmma, Mad Mimi, Infusionsoft, Feedblitz, HubSpot, MyNewsletterBuilder, Inbox First, Sailthru, Klaviyo, Vero, Pardot, Zapier, Ontraport, ExactTarget, Vertical Response, Drip, MailerLite, WhatCounts, ConvertKit, MailJet, Maropost)
  123. 6. A/B testing to maximize your conversion rate
  124. 7. Advanced display rules to control which visitors see your pop ups and when
  125. 8. Detailed stats page to track your email growth
  126. 9. Super sexy sharing buttons for mobile and desktop (Share app)
  127. 10. Performance of how your shares are doing
  128. 11. Easily control where you place your share bars
  129. 12. Free Heat Maps to see where your visitors are clicking or not
  130. 13. Image share (social share buttons) to double or triple shares on your images
  131. 14. Scroll box pop up that gets triggered based on a readers scrolling
  132. 15. Content Analytics to track readers scrolling
  133. 16. Let users Highlight text on your site and share it
  134. 17. Welcome Mat shows a full-screen call to action of your choice. Works insanely well.
  135. == Changelog ==
  136. = 1.04 =
  137. * Old school original version
  138. = 1.05 =
  139. * Fixed screenshots
  140. = 1.06 =
  141. * Made it super simple and easy to auto-resize the window.
  142. = 1.07 =
  143. * Redesigned dashboard and list builder email templates now available
  144. = 1.08 =
  145. * Added Smart Bar app to create easy email collect form at the top of your site.
  146. = 1.8 =
  147. * Show apps for configuring in WordPress admin
  148. = 1.9 =
  149. * Disable CloudFlare RocketLoader
  150. = 1.10 =
  151. * Ignore admin iframes
  152. = 1.11 =
  153. * Added way more integrations
  154. = 1.12 =
  155. * images, yay
  156. = 1.13 =
  157. * images, updated instructions
  158. = 1.14 =
  159. * Added new integrations (MailChimp, Aweber, Constant Contact, Campaign Monitor, GetResponse, ActiveCampaign, MyEmma, Mad Mimi, Infusionsoft, Feedblitz, HubSpot, MyNewsletterBuilder, Inbox First, Sailthru, Klaviyo, Vero, Pardot, Zapier, Ontraport, ExactTarget, Vertical Response, Drip, MailerLite, WhatCounts, ConvertKit, MailJet, Maropost)
  160. = 1.15 =
  161. * Integration with WordPress Admin.
  162. * Statistics inside WordPress dashboard.
  163. * Better on-boarding.
  164. = 1.16 =
  165. * CSS and pathname fixes
  166. = 1.17 =
  167. * CSS, notification bubble, and more random Site ID
  168. = 1.18 =
  169. * Fixes site ID conflict
  170. = 1.19 =
  171. * Fixes logout redirect, and updated WordPress tested version.
  172. = 1.20 =
  173. * Added social media. Fixed help link.
  174. = 1.21 =
  175. * Updating versions.
  176. = 1.22 =
  177. * Upgrading users that inserted the Sumo tag manually.
  178. = 1.23 =
  179. * Sumo
  180. = 1.24 =
  181. * Sumo transition
  182. = 1.25 =
  183. * Sumo transition. Added more information to statistics section. Fixed broken link.
  184. = 1.26 =
  185. * Sumo transition. Fixed broken link. Design changes.
  186. = 1.27 =
  187. * Tested up to the newest Wordpress version.
  188. = 1.28 =
  189. * Updated Sumo script tag. Tested up to the newest Wordpress version.
  190. = 1.29 =
  191. * Moved Sumo script tag to the footer.
  192. == Upgrade Notice ==
  193. = 1.04 =
  194. * You are original!
  195. = 1.05 =
  196. * Yay images
  197. = 1.06 =
  198. * Redesigned dashboard and list builder email templates now available
  199. = 1.07 =
  200. * Hello Smart Bar
  201. = 1.6 =
  202. * Added Share app - Get more traffic to your site with these super easy to setup share buttons
  203. = 1.7 =
  204. * Sanitize site ID when saving
  205. = 1.8 =
  206. * Show apps for configuring in WordPress admin
  207. = 1.9 =
  208. * Disable CloudFlare RocketLoader
  209. = 1.10 =
  210. * Ignore admin iframes
  211. = 1.11 =
  212. * Added way more integrations
  213. = 1.12 =
  214. * images, neat
  215. = 1.13 =
  216. * images, updated instructions
  217. = 1.14 =
  218. * Added new integrations (MailChimp, Aweber, Constant Contact, Campaign Monitor, GetResponse, ActiveCampaign, MyEmma, Mad Mimi, Infusionsoft, Feedblitz, HubSpot, MyNewsletterBuilder, Inbox First, Sailthru, Klaviyo, Vero, Pardot, Zapier, Ontraport, ExactTarget, Vertical Response, Drip, MailerLite, WhatCounts, ConvertKit, MailJet, Maropost)
  219. = 1.15 =
  220. * Integration with WordPress Admin.
  221. * Statistics inside WordPress dashboard.
  222. * Better on-boarding.
  223. = 1.16 =
  224. * CSS and pathname fixes
  225. = 1.17 =
  226. * CSS, notification bubble, and more random Site ID
  227. = 1.18 =
  228. * Fixes site ID conflict
  229. = 1.19 =
  230. * Fixes logout redirect, and updated WordPress tested version.
  231. = 1.20 =
  232. * Added social media. Fixed help link.
  233. = 1.21 =
  234. * Updating versions.
  235. = 1.22 =
  236. * Upgrading users that inserted the Sumo tag manually.
  237. = 1.23 =
  238. * Sumo
  239. = 1.24 =
  240. * Sumo transition
  241. = 1.25 =
  242. * Sumo transition. Added more information to statistics section. Fixed broken link.
  243. = 1.26 =
  244. * Sumo transition. Fixed broken link. Design changes.
  245. = 1.27 =
  246. * Tested up to the newest Wordpress version.
  247. = 1.28 =
  248. * Updated Sumo script tag. Tested up to the newest Wordpress version.
  249. = 1.29 =
  250. * Moved Sumo script tag to the footer.