Zoho DataPrep FAQ (Beta)
- What is Zoho DataPrep?
- Can I get a quick walkthrough session of Zoho DataPrep?
- How do I use Zoho DataPrep features right inside Zoho Analytics?
- How do I prepare existing data in Zoho Analytics using the Zoho DataPrep Add-on?
- Can I import data from Zoho DataPrep to an existing table in Zoho Analytics?
- Can I get any technical assistance during the beta program?
- I do not see connectors for various business apps in Zoho DataPrep as opposed to Zoho Analytics? Do you have plans to support them?
- Why join the beta program?
- How can I be an effective beta tester?
- Am I required to share feedback to be a part of the beta program?
- How do I submit bugs or give you my feedback on Zoho DataPrep?
- How do I leave the beta program if I do not want to continue?
- Can I import data from Zoho DataPrep into Zoho Analytics and vice versa?
- Can I share my dataset with other users who are not a part of the beta program?
- What information is collected and how is it used?
- Is my data confidential during the beta period?
- What are the different editions of Zoho DataPrep and what is the price?
1. What is Zoho DataPrep?
Zoho DataPrep is an advanced self-service data preparation tool that helps organizations model, cleanse, prepare, enrich and organize large volumes of data from multiple data sources to serve data analytics and data warehousing with exceptional data quality, all without the need for any coding.
2. Can I get a quick walkthrough session of Zoho DataPrep?
Yes, please request a personalized demo by emailing us at support@zohodataprep.com. Meanwhile, you can watch the getting started video from here.
3. How do I use Zoho DataPrep features right inside Zoho Analytics?
You can use the Zoho DataPrep add-on available within Zoho Analytics. You can access the Zoho DataPrep add-on using the Prepare data option while importing data, or you could use the More option and select Prepare data to clean data that are already present in Zoho Analytics.
4. How do I prepare existing data in Zoho Analytics using the Zoho DataPrep Add-on?
You can click on the More option from the top menu and select the Prepare data option to clean the data that is already present in Zoho Analytics. You can also move data from Zoho Analytics to Zoho DataPrep through the DataPrep's import flow and utilize the full capability of Zoho DataPrep.
5. Can I import data from Zoho DataPrep to an existing table in Zoho Analytics?
This is not supported yet. We will be adding this functionality soon.
6. Can I get any technical assistance during the beta program?
Yes, our support team can provide you with technical assistance. Please drop us an email at support@zohodataprep.com.
7. I do not see connectors for various business apps in Zoho DataPrep as opposed to Zoho Analytics? Do you have plans to support them?
Yes. We have plans to support most of the business app connectors that are supported in Zoho Analytics. They will be rolled out in near future.
8. Why join the beta program?
As a member of the Zoho DataPrep Beta Program, you are one among the select few to access our all new product enabling data pipe-lining and preparation for businesses around the world. You can take part in shaping the software by test-driving pre-release versions. Your participation will help us improve the product with your feedback and suggestions.
9. How can I be an effective beta tester?
You can be an effective beta tester simply by using DataPrep and its many features to model, cleanse & enrich your data for analytics. You can also perform one or more of the following actions:
- Create workflows for importing, cleansing, and exporting data and use them regularly by scheduling the workflows. Learn more about scheduling imports and exports.
- Use inbuilt Zoho DataPrep integration within Zoho Analytics to prepare your data for deeper analysis and insights. Learn more
- Try to solve problems that arise while preparing data or scheduling a workflow.
- Learn more about the features available and more to come using the help documentation.
10. Am I required to share feedback to be a part of the beta program?
No. However, we encourage you to share your comments, concerns, suggestions, or any other general feedback on your product experience. Even if you don't find time to share with us detailed feedback, you could just keep using DataPrep to give us a sense of how useful the product is for you.
11. How do I submit bugs or give you my feedback on Zoho DataPrep?
You can send us details on the bugs you've found or write to us your feedback to support@zohodataprep.com.
12. How do I leave the beta program if I do not want to continue?
We would like to have you in the beta program and have you share your comments with us. However, if you do not want to continue the beta testing, you can leave by simply deleting your organization in Zoho DataPrep. All the data uploaded by you and other users in your organization will be permanently deleted from our servers.
13. Can I import data from Zoho DataPrep into Zoho Analytics and vice versa?
Yes. You can seamlessly import your data from Zoho DataPrep to Zoho Analytics by using the Zoho DataPrep connector in the Import your Data section in Zoho Analytics.
Similarly, you can use the Zoho Analytics connector in Zoho DataPrep to import and export your data from DataPrep.
14. Can I share my dataset with other users who are not a part of the beta program?
Yes. You will have to first have them join the beta program by sending us an email at support@zohodataprep.com. Please mention their current user email id in Zoho Analytics. After the beta access has been provided, you will be able to share datasets with them.
15. What information is collected and how is it used?
We do not access any data that you upload to Zoho DataPrep. All data is encrypted at our datacenters. We only collect the basic information on how you use the product and the features most used so that we can enhance and make them better. We assure you that we do not share this information externally and use this data only for our internal evaluation.
16. Is my data confidential during the beta period?
We encrypt your data while transmitting it to our servers and during storage. You can be fully assured that your data will remain confidential and secure.
17. What are the different editions of Zoho DataPrep and what is the price?
The various editions of Zoho DataPrep and their pricing will be announced at the time of the general availability (GA) of the product.