Project Overview: Develop a simple, mobile-first WordPress multi-vendor catalog using the Astra Theme and free plugins. The website acts as a WhatsApp-powered marketplace (not an e-commerce store): ▪︎ No buyer accounts. ▪︎ No checkout or online payments. ▪︎ No email notifications. ▪︎ All communication and ordering are done through WhatsApp messages. The platform will be bilingual (English + Arabic), follow the brand’s logo color scheme, and remain lightweight and easy to manage. Vendors manage their own listings, while the admin ensures catalog accuracy through product expiry and follow-up through WhatsApp. Scope of Work: 1. Theme & Layout ▪︎ Use Astra Theme (free) with one-page scrolling layout (Home, Categories, Merchants, About, optional News). ▪︎ Fully responsive, optimized for mobile. ▪︎ RTL and LTR layout support for Arabic and English. ▪︎ Color palette, typography, and button styles to match provided logo. ▪︎ Floating navigation buttons and floating WhatsApp contact icon on every page. 2. Core Features Catalog & Products ▪︎ Built with WooCommerce in Catalog Mode (cart & checkout disabled). ▪︎ Display: image, name, short description, price, attributes (size, color, etc.), vendor name, and badges. ▪︎ Each product has a “Order via WhatsApp” button sending a dynamic message with Product, Price, Color, Size, Quantity, and Link. ▪︎ Visible product reviews (star ratings + short text, admin-approved). ▪︎ Product badges: New Arrival, Bestseller, Limited Stock, Verified Availability. Multi-Vendor System ▪︎ Managed through Dokan Lite (free version). ▪︎ Vendors can add and edit their products, descriptions, prices, and attributes. ▪︎ Each vendor has a profile card (photo/logo, name, WhatsApp link, and product list). ▪︎ Vendor badges: Verified Seller, Top Rated, New Merchant. ▪︎ All vendor communication (reminders, verification) happens via WhatsApp, and optionally by email. Browsing ▪︎ Two main options: Shop by Category and Shop by Merchant. ▪︎ Simple filters and sorting (category, price range, vendor). ▪︎ All visitors can browse and order without login or registration. 3. Product Availability Follow-Up ▪︎ Each listing has a set (60-day) lifecycle. ▪︎ Vendors receive a WhatsApp message to confirm product availability when nearing expiry. ▪︎ Products not confirmed are hidden or marked as Awaiting Verification. ▪︎ Display “Last Verified on [Date]” below price. 4. Admin Controls ▪︎ Approve vendors and product listings before publication. ▪︎ Manage language translations, categories, and expiry durations. ▪︎ Assign or remove vendor/product badges. ▪︎ Trigger WhatsApp reminders for vendor follow-ups. ▪︎ Moderate all product reviews before publishing. ▪︎ Maintain control through dashboard. 5. Content ▪︎ Home Section: hero image, featured categories, featured merchants. ▪︎ About Section: short text describing platform values and process. ▪︎ News Section (optional): showcase new arrivals or featured vendors. ▪︎ Bottom line disclaimer: “All transactions occur directly between customer and vendor. Platform is not responsible for product quality or delivery.” Deliverables ▪︎ Fully functional bilingual, single-page, multi-vendor WordPress catalog. ▪︎ Working WhatsApp order automation with prices and attributes. ▪︎ Product expiry + vendor verification system (WhatsApp-based). ▪︎ Product & vendor badges. ▪︎ Product reviews system. ▪︎ Floating WhatsApp contact button. ▪︎ Matching brand color palette and clean mobile layout. ▪︎ Admin & sample vendor accounts. ▪︎ PDF Vendor Manual — a short illustrated guide covering: ○ How to log in to vendor dashboard. ○ How to add/edit products, prices, and images. ○ How to update stock or confirm availability. ○ Platform policies and product rules. Developer Guidelines ▪︎ Use free plugins only – no paid extensions unless approved in writing. ▪︎ Do not alter core WordPress or plugin files; all customization via child theme or plugin hooks. ▪︎ Document all credentials, plugin names, and settings in a handover note. ▪︎ Ensure consistency in font sizes, image ratios, and color use. ▪︎ Maintain performance: fewer than 10 plugins, caching active, images optimized. Vendor Policy Popup: vendors must accept before listing new products. ▪︎ Include “Report Product” link – opens WhatsApp to admin for invalid listings. ▪︎ Currency consistency (e.g., JOD or USD unified format). ▪︎ Provide PDF Vendor Manual as part of final delivery.