# Client Shield & Workspace

> The enterprise-grade client dashboard hardening and safe role delegation toolkit for WordPress agencies and web freelancers.

Client Shield & Workspace prevents non-technical clients from breaking production WordPress websites. It allows WordPress agencies to safely delegate day-to-day operations—such as Elementor Form Submissions, WooCommerce order fulfillment, and blog posting—without ever granting unrestricted administrative capabilities (`manage_options`).

## Core Value Propositions

- **Safe Role Delegation**: Bridges high-value capabilities like Elementor Pro Form Submissions directly to non-admin roles without exposing core settings or plugin management.
- **Server-Side URL Shielding**: Intercepts requests on `admin_init` and `load-*` hooks. Prevents clients from bypassing hidden admin menus via manual browser URL input (e.g., `/wp-admin/plugins.php` or `options-general.php`).
- **Critical Page Deletion Protection**: Locks crucial pages (Checkout, Cart, Privacy Policy, Terms, Landing Pages) so clients cannot trash, edit slug, or delete them.
- **Agency Whitelabeling & Stealth Mode**: Rebrands wp-login.php, customizes dashboard welcome widgets, replaces WordPress branding, and completely disguises or hides the plugin from non-administrators.
- **Safe 1-Click Simulation Mode**: Agency administrators can preview the WordPress admin exactly as any delegated client role experiences it with a single toggle from the admin bar.

## Key Links & Documentation

- [Homepage & Feature Tour](https://clientshield.store/): Overview of features, interactive before/after comparisons, and agency licensing.
- [Plugin Documentation & Technical Manual](https://clientshield.store/docs/): Complete installation guide, module configurations, developer hooks, filter references, and REST API.
- [Client Handoff Guide & SOP](https://clientshield.store/docs/client-handoff-guide.html): Standard operating procedure and client-facing walkthrough for seamless site delivery.
- [Agency Pre-Launch Deployment Checklist](https://clientshield.store/docs/agency-deployment-checklist.html): 10-step quality assurance checklist for hardening client sites prior to handoff.
- [Agency Support Desk](https://clientshield.store/contact.html): Technical inquiries, VIP ticketing, and licensing assistance.
- [Refund Policy](https://clientshield.store/refund-policy.html): Unconditional 14-day 100% money-back guarantee.
- [Privacy Policy](https://clientshield.store/privacy-policy/): Zero front-end tracking, GDPR/CCPA compliance, and secure Freemius merchant processing.
- [Terms of Service](https://clientshield.store/terms-of-service/): Software license agreement (EULA) and agency usage terms.

## Pricing & Availability

- **Community Free Edition**: Available on the official WordPress.org Plugin Directory (`https://wordpress.org/plugins/client-shield-workspace/`). Includes basic menu hiding, login customization, and page deletion locks.
- **Pro Edition (1 Site)**: $49.99/year or $99.99 Lifetime. Includes Elementor Submissions delegation, server-side URL shielding, and activity tracking.
- **Pro Edition (5 Sites)**: $99.99/year or $249.99 Lifetime.
- **Agency Unlimited**: $199.99/year or $399.99 Lifetime. Unlimited WordPress client sites, Agency Stealth Mode, WordPress Multisite (WPMU) support, and Priority VIP support.
- All transactions, invoicing, and licensing are securely managed by Freemius Inc., acting as Merchant of Record.

## Technical Requirements

- **WordPress Core**: 6.0 or higher
- **PHP**: 8.0, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3+
- **Database**: MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10.4+
- **Server**: Apache, Nginx, LiteSpeed, or OpenLiteSpeed
- **Compatibility**: Elementor Pro, WooCommerce, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), WP Mail SMTP, Yoast SEO, Rank Math, Gravity Forms, Fluent Forms.

## Trademark Disclaimer

WordPress® is a registered trademark of the WordPress Foundation. Client Shield & Workspace is an independent product and is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by the WordPress Foundation or Automattic Inc.