Quickscan Connector WordPress Plugin

📦 Download quickscan-connector.zip | 📖 View Documentation | 🌟 Request Pro Account

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A professional WordPress plugin that integrates with the Guardian360 Quickscan API to provide comprehensive website security scanning functionality. Available in Basic (free, no account required) and Pro (free with account) versions.

Description

The Quickscan Connector plugin enables WordPress users to perform comprehensive security scans using the Guardian360 Quickscan API. The Basic version works immediately with full scan results, while the Pro version offers additional administrative features through a vetted account system with personalized onboarding.

Key Features

🛡️ Security Scanning

• Complete security analysis via Guardian360 Quickscan API
• Full vulnerability reports for all users (Basic and Pro)
• PDF email reports (Pro users only)
• Real-time scan results with comprehensive findings

💼 Two Versions Available

🔧 Basic Version (Free - No Account Required)

• Complete security scanning with full results
• Gutenberg blocks, widgets, and shortcodes
• Ready to use immediately

⭐ Pro Version (Free - Requires Account)

• Everything in Basic version
• PDF email report functionality - Receive comprehensive PDF reports via email
• User activity tracking - View list of users who requested PDF reports
• Secure admin dashboard - Access results in authenticated environment
• White-label PDF reports - Customize reports with your branding
• Administrative controls - Manage PDF delivery and scanning features
• Priority support - Direct access to security experts

🎛️ Admin Dashboard

• Dashboard: Overview and quick access to scanning features
• Start Scan: Interface to initiate security scans
• Request Account: Embedded form for new user registration
• Settings: Configure plugin preferences and Quickscan credentials

🧩 Frontend Integration

• Gutenberg Block: Modern "Security Scanner" block for the WordPress editor
• Widget: Configurable widget for sidebars and footers
• Shortcodes: Flexible shortcode system for custom implementations

Installation

Requirements

• WordPress 5.0 or higher
• PHP 7.4 or higher
• MySQL 5.6 or higher
• Active internet connection for API communication

Installation Steps

Option 1: Direct Download (Recommended)

1. Download the plugin zip file from this repository
2. In WordPress admin, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
3. Choose the downloaded quickscan-connector.zip file
4. Click Install Now and then Activate
5. Navigate to Quickscan → Settings to configure your account

Option 2: Manual Installation

1. Download and extract the plugin files
2. Upload the quickscan-connector folder to /wp-content/plugins/
3. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
4. Navigate to Quickscan → Settings to configure your account

Development Installation

git clone git@github.com:guardian360/quickscan-wp-plugin.git quickscan-connector
cd quickscan-connector
# Activate the plugin in WordPress admin

Configuration

For New Users

1. Navigate to Quickscan → Request Account in WordPress admin
2. Complete the embedded account request form
3. Wait for approval (typically within 24 hours)
4. Receive credentials via email once approved
5. Return to Quickscan → Settings to login

For Existing Quickscan Users

1. Go to Quickscan → Settings in WordPress admin
2. Select "I have a Quickscan account"
3. Enter your Quickscan credentials:
   • Email address
   • Password
4. Click Test Credentials to verify connection
5. Click Save Credentials to store securely

Plugin Settings

• Attribution Display: Choose between clickable logo or text link (attribution required)

Usage

Admin Interface

Starting a Scan

1. Navigate to Quickscan → Start Scan
2. Enter the URL to scan
3. Click Start Scan
4. View real-time scan progress

Dashboard

Access Quickscan → Dashboard for:

• Quick scan initiation
• System status overview
• Recent activity summary

Frontend Implementation

Gutenberg Block

1. In the WordPress editor, add a new block
2. Search for "Security Scanner"
3. Configure the block settings in the sidebar
4. Publish or update your page

Widget

1. Go to Appearance → Widgets
2. Find "Security Scanner" widget
3. Drag to desired widget area
4. Configure settings and save

Shortcodes

Basic implementation:

[quickscan]

With parameters:

[quickscan title="Security Check" placeholder="Enter URL..." button_text="Scan Now"]

Available parameters:

• title: Scanner title text
• placeholder: Input field placeholder
• button_text: Submit button text
• show_results: Display results inline (true/false)

Account Request Process

Quality Assurance Through Vetting

The Quickscan platform maintains high standards through a professional vetting process:

1. Submit Request: Complete the embedded form with your professional details
2. Review Process: Our team reviews your request to ensure optimal service delivery
3. Approval: Receive credentials and personalized onboarding within 24 hours
4. Support: Access priority support from security experts

Pro Version Benefits

• User Activity Tracking: View all users who requested PDF reports from your site
• Secure Dashboard Access: Access scan results through authenticated environment
• White-Label Reports: Customize PDF reports with your own branding and company information
• Administrative Controls: Control PDF report delivery and manage scanning functionality
• Priority Support: Direct support channel with security experts

API Integration

The plugin connects to the Guardian360 Quickscan API:

• Basic Version: Uses public API (https://quickscan.guardian360.nl/api/v2) - no authentication required
• Pro Version: Uses authenticated API (https://quickscan.guardian360.nl/api/v1) with user credentials
• Data Storage: All scan data stored on Quickscan servers
• Privacy: No email or scan data stored locally in WordPress

Plugin Structure

quickscan-connector/
├── quickscan-connector.php    # Main plugin file
├── assets/
│   ├── css/
│   │   ├── admin.css         # Admin styles
│   │   └── frontend.css      # Frontend styles
│   └── js/
│       ├── admin.js          # Admin scripts
│       └── frontend.js       # Frontend scripts
├── blocks/                   # Gutenberg block files
│   └── security-scanner/
├── templates/                # Page templates
│   ├── dashboard.php
│   ├── start-scan.php
│   ├── account-request.php
│   ├── settings.php
│   └── shortcode.php
└── languages/               # Translation files

Security & Privacy

Security Measures

• Credentials encrypted using WordPress security keys
• All API calls use secure HTTPS connections
• WordPress nonces protect against CSRF attacks
• Admin functions require manage_options capability
• Input sanitization and validation on all forms

Privacy Features

• No email harvesting or storage in WordPress
• All user data managed through Zoho CRM
• Scan results stored only on Quickscan servers
• No tracking or analytics within the plugin
• GDPR compliant data handling

Troubleshooting

Cannot Connect to API

1. Verify credentials in Quickscan → Settings
2. Check internet connectivity
3. Ensure firewall allows outbound HTTPS
4. Contact support if connection issues persist

Account Request Issues

1. Ensure all form fields are completed
2. Check email for approval notification
3. Allow up to 24 hours for processing
4. Contact support if delays exceed 24 hours

Plugin Not Appearing

1. Verify plugin activation in WordPress
2. Check user permissions (requires admin role)
3. Clear browser and WordPress cache
4. Check for PHP errors in debug log

Debug Mode

Enable WordPress debugging in wp-config.php:

define('WP_DEBUG', true);
define('WP_DEBUG_LOG', true);
define('WP_DEBUG_DISPLAY', false);

Support

For support and assistance:

• Email: support@guardian360.nl
• Website: guardian360.eu
• Quickscan Platform: guardian360.eu/quickscan
• GitHub: github.com/guardian360/quickscan-wp-plugin

Changelog

Version 1.0.1

• Updated Basic vs Pro messaging with accurate feature descriptions
• Removed password requirement for clearing credentials
• Improved attribution display with enforced branding
• Added logo/text choice for attribution with clickable links
• Fixed frontend upgrade messages (removed inappropriate admin CTAs)
• Enhanced accessibility with proper alt and title attributes
• Updated all links to point to guardian360.eu/quickscan platform

Version 1.0.0

• Initial release with Basic and Pro versions (both free)
• Complete security scanning available to all users
• Guardian360 Quickscan API integration (v1/v2 endpoints)
• Pro account request system via Zoho CRM for administrative features
• Gutenberg block, widget, and shortcode support
• Secure credential management for Pro users
• Admin dashboard interface
• PDF email report functionality for Pro users only
• User activity tracking for Pro accounts
• White-label report options for Pro accounts

License

This plugin is licensed under the GPL v2 or later.

Credits

Developed by Guardian360

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Professional Security Scanning with Quality Assurance