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You can set access permissions globally or override them on a per-article basis.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"what%20happens%20when%20i%20uninstall%20the%20plugin%3F\"><h3>What happens when I uninstall the plugin?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>The plugin provides options to retain or remove data, giving you more control during uninstallation.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"what%20analytics%20features%20are%20available%3F\"><h3>What analytics features are available?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>The plugin includes search analytics, article performance tracking, user engagement metrics, and exportable reports. [Premium features require a premium license.]<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"can%20i%20use%20custom%20fonts%3F\"><h3>Can I use custom fonts?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>Yes. The plugin supports Google Fonts integration and custom typography settings. [Premium feature requires a premium license.]<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"are%20there%20premium%20templates%20available%3F\"><h3>Are there premium templates available?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>Yes. 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