Zoho At 30 Years: India’s Homegrown Tech Giant Surpasses One Million Paying Customers

Zoho Corporation, founded in 1996, has completed three decades of innovation and expansion in the global technology space. The company announced its 30th anniversary milestone at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, highlighting its journey from a small software provider to a trusted global enterprise solutions leader.  

Zoho’s portfolio includes Zoho (cloud business solutions), ManageEngine (IT management), Qntrl (business process management), and TrainerCentral (e-learning). Together, these platforms serve over one million paying customers and 150 million users worldwide. The company’s bootstrapped model, built entirely in-house, sets it apart from competitors who rely heavily on external funding.  

Co-founder Sridhar Vembu emphasized Zoho’s commitment to long-term sustainability, innovation, and customer-centric growth. With strong adoption across industries and geographies, Zoho continues to play a pivotal role in India’s digital economy while expanding its global footprint.  

Key Highlights  

• Zoho marks 30 years of operations  
• Crosses one million paying customers milestone  
• Serves 150 million global users across platforms  
• Recorded 32% customer growth and 20% revenue rise in 2025  
• Remains bootstrapped, profitable, and privately held  

Sources: Enterprise IT World, Maglazana News, TM Team Reports