What Zoho shipped in April 2026

Meet Zoho Books MCP: Bring AI-powered accounting to your business

Zoho Books introduced Zoho Books MCP, an open protocol enabling AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT to directly interact with Zoho Books for accounting tasks via natural language prompts. Users can now c…

Fixing communication friction: How Zoho Workplace gives every conversation the right space

Zoho Workplace introduces coordinated improvements to its communication suite—Zoho Mail, Zoho Cliq, and Zoho Connect—to reduce 'communication friction' by assigning specific tools to distinct tasks. M…

Behind the inbox: Getting to know Zoho Mail’s command line interface (CLI)

Zoho Mail introduced a new command-line interface (CLI) that allows users and admins to manage emails, accounts, and configurations directly from a terminal. The tool supports both user and admin oper…

Introducing Sales Tax Automation for US & Canadian businesses

Sales tax management can become easily complicated for growing businesses. In countries like the United States and Canada, tax rates vary across states, provinces, counties, and cities. When businesse…

Planned India Data Center Maintenance on 10th May 2026 and 17th May 2026, between 06.30AM to 09.30AM IST

Dear Customers,Our annual infrastructure maintenance for our India Data Center is scheduled for 10th May 2026, between 06.30AM and 09.30AM IST, and on 17th May 2026, between 06.30AM and 09.30AM IST.Th…

AI Meeting Notes: Turn meetings into notes with Zoho Notebook

You know that moment right after a meeting ends when you're staring at a half-filled note, trying to piece together what was actually decided, who's doing what, and what the deadline was?Yeah. We've a…

Admin reports in Zoho Mail: Analyzing email activity and usage trends

In our previous blog post, we explored how Zoho Mail’s Admin Reports help administrators understand users, mailboxes, and group communication. These reports offer valuable insights into how accounts a…

ETL tool evaluation checklist: 6 things to look for before you choose

Zoho DataPrep released a six-criteria checklist to help businesses evaluate ETL tools, emphasizing integration breadth, no-code usability, scalability, data quality, security, and pricing predictabili…

Accept payments anywhere, anytime with Tap to Pay on Zoho Books for Stripe user

Zoho Books introduced Tap to Pay functionality in its mobile app, enabling instant in-person payments without physical card readers. The feature allows business owners and freelancers to accept paymen…

Convert your shoppers to customers

Zoho introduced a unified workflow template to help retailers convert shoppers into loyal customers by addressing inefficiencies in multi-tool environments. The solution integrates Zoho SalesIQ for re…

Zoho Analytics Now Connects to Tally Prime

Zoho Analytics now integrates with Tally Prime, enabling direct sync of accounting data (ledgers, vouchers, trial balance, inventory) into Zoho Analytics without manual exports or spreadsheets. The in…

Digital signatures with Nafath: Secure and compliant for Saudi Arabian businesses

Zoho Sign launched in Saudi Arabia with integration to the Nafath app, enabling legally binding electronic signatures for businesses and individuals. The service supports automated workflows for sendi…

3 business challenges Zoholics USA will help you solve

Zoho announced Zoholics USA, an event in Houston on May 12–13 focused on addressing three key business challenges: fragmented tool ecosystems, manual workflow inefficiencies, and underutilized data fo…

What Is a Business Intelligence Strategy? A Guide to Scalable, AI-Ready Analytics

Zoho published a guide outlining why a structured business intelligence (BI) strategy is critical for turning data into actionable insights. The article emphasizes that raw data alone does not improve…

Enhancing Zoho MCP with Verticals and Payments integration

Zoho MCP now integrates Zoho Verticals and Zoho Payments to streamline CRM and payment workflows. Previously, CRM setup required manual navigation across multiple admin screens for modules, fields, ro…

Building donor confidence digitally, one better-told story at a time!

Zoho introduced a new donor management solution tailored for nonprofits, emphasizing features that simplify tracking contributions, donor engagement, and fundraising campaigns. The platform aims to mo…

App Spotlight: Twilio Chat for Zoho CRM

Zoho Marketplace featured the Twilio Chat Messenger by Amatec, a new integration that enables real-time, contextual messaging within Zoho CRM. The extension securely connects a Twilio messaging accoun…

Zoho introduced a unified workflow template to help retailers convert shoppers into loyal customers by integrating multiple tools into a single platform. The workflow automates lead capture via Zoho S

The Origin of Z

Zoho’s founder credits Seth Godin’s book *Survival is Not Enough* for inspiring the company’s pivot from survival mode to innovation, leading to the creation of the Zoho suite (ZohoCRM, Zoho Virtual O…

New user registration is painful!

Zoho announced the launch of Zoho Planner, an online organizer for to-dos, notes, files, and images with private and public sharing options. The company highlighted user frustration with mandatory reg…

Welcome to Zoho Writer

Zoho Writer announced upcoming features including the ability to import and export Word documents, as well as tagging support for documents. The company framed these updates as part of an ongoing effo…

Update: Import Doc, Post in Blogger, Tagging

Zoho Writer introduced three new features: document import (Microsoft Word and OpenOffice DOC), direct posting to Blogger, and tagging support. Importing documents eliminates the need for Microsoft Wo…

Introducing the Zoho Vault desktop app for Windows and Mac

Zoho launched a new desktop app for its Vault password manager, available for Windows and Mac. The app replicates all core features of the browser version, including password management, autofill, sec…

Why ETL Needs a Mindset Shift

The article argues that traditional ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes are obsolete because they treat data integration as a one-time project rather than a continuous, agile process. Static pipe…

Q1 Updates from Bigin: MCP support, AI-powered lead enrichment, add-in for Outlook and more!

Zoho Bigin introduced AI-driven enhancements and new integrations in Q1 2026 to improve productivity and connectivity. The most significant change is the addition of MCP (Model Context Protocol) suppo…

Folding a paper 8 times

The article debunks the long-held myth that a sheet of paper cannot be folded in half more than eight times, citing Britney Gallivan’s 2001/2002 proof that it can be folded 12 times. It highlights the…

The Web 2.0 Mashup Matrix

Zoho highlights ProgrammableWeb’s Web 2.0 Mashup Matrix, a tool that visually organizes and tracks mashups and APIs across the web. The matrix provides an accessible way to monitor emerging and existi…

Two oft forgotten things

Zoho Writer has introduced two new features to address common user pain points: a 'Forgot your password?' link on the login page and automatic file saving every 45 seconds. The password recovery featu…

The New Search

The article argues that traditional search engines (referred to as 'GYM') are being replaced by real-time, Web 2.0-focused platforms like Memeorandum and Technorati for tracking trending tech news and…

Lighten up your day

The article is a personal blog post praising Rocketboom, a video blog (vlog) platform, for its ability to provide quick entertainment in just 3 minutes. The author highlights Amanda Congdon as a key f…

ebay’s latest move and Google

eBay is eliminating developer fees for API access, a move expected to boost traffic to its platform through third-party integrations. The change contrasts with Google’s current API policy, which limit…

Checked the latest Zoho Writer yet?

Zoho Writer has introduced three new features: Templates, Doc Rolling, and Document Versioning. Templates allow users to create and reuse standardized document formats like business letters or resumes…

The power of Human brain

Zoho highlights a cognitive phenomenon demonstrating that humans can read jumbled text as long as the first and last letters of each word remain in place. The blog post references research from Cambri…

Welcome to Zoho Planner Blogs

Zoho has launched Zoho Planner Blogs, a new platform to share updates and improvements to Zoho Planner. The announcement emphasizes ongoing feature updates and refinements to the service, inviting use…

Google’s buying of fiber optic cable

Google is acquiring fiber optic cables, but analysts debate its purpose. Om Malik speculated it could enable a national free WiFi network (GoogleNet), while Robert X Cringley argues Google will use th…

App Spotlight: Meddicc Score for Zoho CRM

Zoho Marketplace has launched Meddicc Score for Zoho CRM, an AI-powered extension designed to automate and enhance sales qualification processes. The tool integrates directly into Zoho CRM to analyze …

Common mistakes to avoid when implementing an intranet

The article highlights common mistakes organizations make when implementing intranets, emphasizing that poor adoption often stems from unclear objectives, misaligned use cases, and lack of engagement …

Many organizations fail to fully adopt intranets due to avoidable implementation mistakes, such as launching without clear goals, insufficient employee training, or poor integration with existing work

Zoho introduced the Meddicc Score for Zoho CRM, an AI-enabled integration that automatically evaluates sales deals and pre-fills qualification forms within Zoho CRM. This enhancement streamlines sales

Introducing the sandbox environment: Safely test and optimize e-signature workflows

Zoho Sign has introduced a sandbox environment to enable secure, isolated testing of e-signature workflows without risking changes to live systems. The sandbox mirrors the setup of the live portal, al…

Zoho Sign introduces a sandbox environment to mitigate risks associated with experimental changes in agreement workflows. The sandbox allows users to test signature and approval actions, compliance wi

The hidden cost of bad emails in Zoho CRM (and how to prevent them)

The article highlights the hidden costs of maintaining invalid email addresses in Zoho CRM, emphasizing how poor email data quality drains resources, damages sender reputation, and undermines business…

AWS WorkMail is shutting down: Migrate to a secure alternative without downtime

AWS WorkMail is reaching end of support, forcing organizations to migrate to alternative email solutions. Zoho Mail has positioned itself as a direct replacement, offering a one-click migration tool t…

Your keys to secure password management—included with Zoho Workplace

Zoho has integrated its password management solution, Zoho Vault, into Zoho Workplace, bundling it as a core feature to enhance business productivity and security. The integration addresses critical p…

Bridging the hybrid data gap with ETL pipelines: A strategic approach to legacy and cloud migration

Enterprises face significant challenges when modernizing legacy systems to the cloud due to cross-department dependencies, large volumes of historical data, and risks to critical workflows. A hybrid a…

App Spotlight: Relationship Tracker for Zoho CRM

Zoho has launched *Relationship Tracker for Zoho CRM*, a new extension designed to model and visualize complex client relationships within Zoho CRM. The tool allows users to link contacts to multiple …

Zoho Books comes full circle with MTD for Income Tax

Zoho Books has expanded its Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax compliance features to include End-of-Year Submissions and Tax Return submissions, now fully supporting sole traders and landlords w…

Trident. The app that supports your climb from start to finish.

The article introduces Trident, an integrated work hub from Zoho designed to bridge the gap between brainstorming and execution in organizations. It highlights a common workplace challenge: while idea…

Updates that make hiring safer, faster, and cleaner in 2026

Zoho Recruit has introduced several 2026-focused updates to accelerate hiring while reducing manual workloads. Key changes include an auto-trigger screening bot that automatically sends reminders to c…

Zoho Projects Infinity: Build your projects, your way

Zoho Projects has launched Zoho Projects Infinity, a major upgrade to its project management platform designed to eliminate the need for teams to adapt their workflows to rigid tools. The new version …

AWS WorkMail is reaching end of support, forcing organizations currently using the service to seek alternatives. AWS has provided a list of supported alternatives in its official announcement, leaving

Zoho CRM users likely have thousands of outdated or invalid email addresses in their contact records, including misspellings, old work emails, duplicates, and defunct addresses. These inaccuracies red

Zoho Projects Infinity introduces a major upgrade to Zoho’s project management platform, positioning it as a flexible solution designed to adapt to real-world team workflows rather than forcing teams

The article discusses the challenges enterprises face when modernizing legacy software to leverage cloud innovation, highlighting complexities like cross-department dependencies, large volumes of hist

Zoho Blog - Page 304

Zoho’s blog page highlights several strategic updates and product enhancements. Key announcements include the launch of Zoho MCP, a new framework aimed at redefining work processes, and the introducti…

Zoho Analytics - Q1 2026 Product Update

Zoho Analytics introduced a comprehensive set of Q1 2026 updates aimed at enhancing data efficiency, flexibility, and actionability for users. Key changes include the addition of 9 new data connectors…

Zoho Marketplace has introduced a new app called 'Relationship Tracker for Zoho CRM,' designed to enhance CRM functionality by modeling and visualizing real-world relationships. The app allows users t

The UK’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax regulation has officially taken effect, mandating that sole traders and landlords with gross income exceeding £50,000 in the 2024/25 tax year must comp

The article introduces Trident, a Zoho application designed to capture, organize, and act on workplace ideas from their inception to execution. It highlights how ideas often emerge informally in meeti

Zoho introduces Zoho Vault as part of its broader ecosystem to address critical password management challenges for businesses. With 24 billion credentials exposed annually due to breaches and poor pas

Introducing intelligent document processing with Zoho RPA

Zoho has introduced intelligent document processing (IDP) capabilities to its Zoho RPA platform, enabling bots to extract and process unstructured data from documents like PDFs, images, and handwritte…

The article highlights the inefficiencies in document processing within organizations, emphasizing the challenges of manually extracting, routing, verifying, and entering data from diverse documents l

Build vs Buy Embedded Analytics: The Decision That Defines Your Product Roadmap

The article argues that SaaS companies should prioritize buying embedded analytics solutions over building them in-house due to the significant engineering, financial, and strategic costs involved. It…

The article discusses the strategic decision SaaS product teams face when determining whether to build embedded analytics capabilities in-house or purchase third-party solutions. It highlights the com