What is the Localization feature in Zoho People?

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Introduction

The Localization feature in Zoho People allows administrators to customize and translate system terms to suit the language and cultural preferences of users. This includes not only predefined system terms but also custom terms that you’ve added.

Localization is essential for delivering a personalized and user-friendly experience across different regions, ensuring that your application remains intuitive and accessible to a global audience.

Step-by-Step Instructions

What Can Be Localized?

Using the Localization feature, you can modify terminology across various parts of the application, including:

Form Names
Form Fields
Service Names
View Names
Section Names

Note: Only Administrators have access to the Localization feature.

How to Add a Language and Customize Terms

Follow these steps to enable and configure localization:

Navigate to the Localization Settings

Go to:
Operations > Data Administration > Localization

Add a New Language

Click “Add Language”

Select the desired language from the drop-down list
Click “Save”

3. Customize Terms

After adding the language, click on it from the list
The Localization editor opens, showing system-translated default text

Use the input boxes to provide your own translations or alternate terms
Use the tabs on the left pane to navigate different sections

Click “Save” to apply your customizations

Enable the Language

Toggle the Enable switch next to the language to activate it

Apply the Language to Your Account

To view the localized content in your live account:

Go to Personal Preferences

Select the newly localized language from the Language section
The page will reload with your custom translations applied

Important Notes

Resetting a language will permanently remove all translated terms, including system and user-defined terms.
You can also Delete, Enable/Disable, or Reset a language from the Localization list.

Why Use Localization?

Provides a tailored experience for international users
Supports multilingual teams
Increases user adoption and engagement
Aligns system language with organizational terminology