What support is available?

What support is available?

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Zoho Creator offers a broad spectrum of support resources tailored to accommodate both beginners and advanced users. Whether you're troubleshooting a technical issue, learning the platform, or seeking help with customizations, Zoho provides multiple support channels to assist you effectively.

Extensive Documentation  

Zoho maintains an up-to-date online documentation library that covers every aspect of Zoho Creator, including:

  • Form creation and field types

  • Workflow automation using Deluge

  • Report generation

  • Integration and API usage

  • Security best practices

  • Deployment procedures

This self-service resource is ideal for users who prefer to learn or resolve issues independently. The documentation is searchable and includes screenshots, code samples, and step-by-step instructions.

Live Chat Support  

Users on paid plans have access to live chat support via the Zoho Creator interface. It provides real-time help from trained support agents who can assist with:

  • Configuration and setup issues

  • Bug reporting and fixes

  • Navigation guidance

  • Best practices for app design

This instant messaging feature is beneficial for time-sensitive issues or quick clarifications.

Email Support  

Zoho Creator also offers dedicated email support for more complex queries that require investigation. Users can submit a support ticket or send detailed queries to the Zoho support team, who typically respond within 24–48 hours, depending on the plan level.

Email support is suitable for:

  • Bug reporting with screenshots or videos

  • Questions about API configurations or workflows

  • Integration-related support

  • Feature enhancement suggestions

Community Forums  

The Zoho Community is a valuable space where users, developers, and Zoho employees share insights, solutions, and use cases. In the forums, you can:

  • Ask questions and get answers from peers

  • Learn from case studies and expert recommendations

  • Discover tips and tricks posted by experienced users

  • Stay updated on product announcements

This collaborative platform is especially helpful for brainstorming app designs or finding workarounds for niche issues.

 

Webinars and Learning Resources  

Zoho regularly hosts:

  • Live webinars on specific topics like integrations, scripting, and mobile development.

  • Pre-recorded tutorials and training modules for self-paced learning.

  • Certifications and courses through Zoho Creator Academy to help users become certified app developers.

These resources are ideal for users looking to upskill or become experts in low-code development.

Paid Onboarding and Consulting Services  

For businesses looking for white-glove support, Zoho offers premium services:

  • Paid onboarding: Guided setup, configuration, and app development assistance.

  • Professional consulting: One-on-one sessions with Zoho specialists who help design or audit your application.

  • Migration services: Support for migrating data and workflows from legacy platforms or spreadsheets into Zoho Creator.

These services are especially valuable for mid-to-large enterprises launching mission-critical apps.

In-App Help  

Zoho Creator includes contextual help options throughout the interface. Hover-over tooltips, quick guides, and help popups explain the function of buttons, fields, and settings in real time.

This embedded support improves user experience and minimizes the learning curve for new users.

Zoho Support Portal  

Users can log in to the centralized Zoho Support Portal to:

  • Track the status of submitted tickets

  • Review communication history

  • Escalate unresolved issues

  • Download product-specific updates or service packs