Zoho People Free edition

Zoho People is an HR platform for employee records, time off and documents. Its free edition is forever free for up to 3 users.

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Zoho People Free edition is a security, legal and HR perk from Zoho, offering a free edition (up to 3 users), with no funding required.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Stated by provider

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What you get

Inside Zoho People Free edition

Zoho People's free edition is forever free for up to 3 users, with employee database management, time off and vacation planning, and document management.
Essential HR is US$3 a user a month, billed annually, and local taxes are charged on top.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

Free plan Any startup

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Free edition with no time limit.
Other requirements: The free edition is limited to 3 users. Once a 30-day trial of a paid plan expires, the account moves to the free plan.

How to claim

How to apply for Zoho People Free edition

Steps to apply

1Sign up on zoho.com/people through the pricing page.
2No application is needed.

Good to know: Plans read on zoho.com/people on October 28, 2026.

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Source: The provider's official program page

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Questions

Zoho People Free edition: common questions

Is Zoho free?

Yes, Zoho can be used for free. Free edition (up to 3 users). As stated on Zoho's own page, linked on this page.

Who qualifies for Zoho People Free edition?

Zoho People Free edition is open to any startup, with no funding required. The free edition is limited to 3 users. Once a 30-day trial of a paid plan expires, the account moves to the free plan.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Zoho People Free edition?

No. Zoho People Free edition is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Zoho People Free edition?

How long do I have to use Zoho People Free edition, and does it expire?

Free edition with no time limit.

Is Zoho People Free edition available outside the US?

Zoho People Free edition is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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