Online/Offline synching, to enter data when no internet connection.
Offline/Online Syncing Xero Accounting Desktop Program which allows for Backup?
When you dont have internet connection and you need to keep the staff working, obviously the file is not distributed to the cloud, but when the computer gets internet access it Syncs all of its data with the cloud. Xero, when internet connection is lost, you could still use all the same functionality, then once it gets online then it Syncs all the information with the cloud.
What does everyone think?
Admin Operator
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Thanks for sharing this idea, we appreciate wanting to enable staff to keep working when your internet's down.
If we were to work on a change like this, we'd have to consider the implications this could have if multiple people worked on the same items while they were offline, and how this data would sync when they reconnected to the internet.
It's not something we have plans for, but we'll start to track the interest in your idea here, so feel free to share your idea with any colleagues that this could benefit. They can add their votes and comments to share additional detail about how this could improve their experience with Xero.
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Tiaan Terblanche
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A Full-Featured Xero Desktop App for iMac with Offline Access
Xero is a great cloud-based accounting platform, but depending only on web browsers and constant internet access can be risky. I suggest Xero create a native iMac desktop app that matches the cloud version’s features, adds secure offline access, and syncs automatically when the internet is back.
A dedicated macOS app would help businesses keep running during internet outages, browser problems, or in places with strict network rules. Users could keep invoicing, managing expenses, and checking records without any breaks. It would also solve browser issues (especially with Chrome), boost performance with local caching, and make better use of macOS features like notifications, drag-and-drop, Touch ID, and Apple Shortcuts.
This kind of app would give users more reliability, better performance, and peace of mind. It would also set Xero apart from other cloud-only options. By offering both cloud and desktop access, Xero could attract power users, Mac-focused businesses, and people in areas with spotty internet, strengthening its reputation as a modern, customer-focused platform.
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Nicola Rutter
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With the chaos from web services being down last week and the impact that had on my business, I am feeling very vulnerable with cloud only software. I class the need for offline working as crucial and will revisit desktop software.
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Emergency Management Products
commented
Having just been travelling in India for work, no internet access, this would have been fantastic to be able to do, also when flying for 12 hours allowing invoices or customer work to be conducted offline.
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Admin Operator
commented
Offline/Online Syncing Xero Accounting Desktop Program which allows for Backup?
When you dont have internet connection and you need to keep the staff working, obviously the file is not distributed to the cloud, but when the computer gets internet access it Syncs all of its data with the cloud. Xero, when internet connection is lost, you could still use all the same functionality, then once it gets online then it Syncs all the information with the cloud.
What does everyone think?