. Export your data in 10 minutes. Own your data forever.
Early Access opens September 2026.
| Feature | Zoho Books | LockMargin |
|---|---|---|
| Price (3 years) | Varies | once |
| Monthly fee | Subscription | |
| Data storage | Zoho Books servers | Your computer |
| Offline mode | Cloud-dependent | Local-first by default |
| Encryption | Standard | AES-256-GCM + Argon2id |
| Account required | Yes | No |
Time: 5 minutes
Time: 5 minutes
Time: 5-7 minutes
Do this AFTER confirming all data exported correctly.
No. Zoho Books export creates CSV files that you keep locally. LockMargin imports these files without modifying them. Your data is safe throughout the process.
Yes. You can import different data types separately. Start with clients, then add invoices and other data as needed.
LockMargin supports recurring invoices. After migration, you'll need to recreate recurring templates in LockMargin (takes ~5 minutes per template).
Yes. LockMargin stores data locally on your computer with AES-256-GCM encryption. No data leaves your machine unless you explicitly export it.
LockMargin includes priority email support. You can also check our documentation for detailed guides.
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