Zoho Directory 2.0 Arrives with Cloud RADIUS and Smart Groups

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

1 Cloud Consultants is proud to announce the immediate availability of Zoho Directory 2.0, an evolution in identity and access management that sets a new standard for enterprise security and IT efficiency.

As a dedicated Zoho Partner, we are excited to deliver this comprehensive, all-in-one identity platform designed to address the challenges of the modern, distributed workforce. Zoho Directory 2.0 empowers IT administrators with a suite of features for "effortless user management, robust network authentication, and stronger security controls."

Smarter Access, Stronger Security

Zoho Directory 2.0 is not just an update - it's a comprehensive platform shift, focusing on enhancing security, automating critical management tasks, and simplifying directory services.

Core Features That Drive Efficiency and Control

The 2.0 release introduces game-changing capabilities built to simplify administration and reduce security risks:

Cloud RADIUS: Say goodbye to complex, on-premise authentication servers and password sharing for Wi-Fi. Cloud RADIUS provides a simplified, secure method for setting up enterprise Wi-Fi authentication across multiple locations.
Smart Groups: Automate user and access management from day one. IT administrators can define rules based on attributes like role, department, or location. New employees are instantly and automatically assigned to the correct groups, eliminating manual onboarding steps.
Cloud LDAP: Modernise your directory services with a secure, cloud-based LDAP service. This feature simplifies user authentication and access control for various applications and infrastructure, bypassing the complexity of maintaining traditional on-premise servers.
Note: Cloud LDAP is currently available across most data centres (DCs) but not in China (CN) or Canada (CA).

Next-Generation Security and Compliance

The platform’s significant security enhancements give IT teams the granular control and proactive threat detection needed in today's landscape.

Security Feature	Key Benefit for Administrators
Conditional Access Policies	Grant or block access, or prompt for MFA, based on factors like location, device, IP address, and login time.
Anomaly Detection	Proactively monitors and flags unusual or suspicious user behaviours, providing early warnings of potential security violations.
BYOK (Bring Your Own Key)	Provides organisations with ultimate control over data encryption by allowing them to import and manage their own encryption keys.
Audit Logs	Maintains detailed records of every critical administrator action, essential for meeting compliance standards and facilitating quick security incident response.

Flexible Authentication with Routing Policies

The new Routing Policy feature adds flexibility to the sign-in experience. Administrators can now define the primary (first factor) authentication method, allowing employees to sign in using a traditional password, a social account, or a custom identity provider, all configurable based on team or organizational needs.

Why Choose Zoho Directory 2.0 with a Zoho Partner?

"The shift to hybrid work demands an identity platform that is both powerful and simple to manage," says Sarah, Client Success Manager, 1 Cloud Consultants. "As a Zoho Partner, we are uniquely positioned to help our clients migrate, implement, and optimise Zoho Directory 2.0 to ensure they maximise its security and automation capabilities from day one. This update is a game-changer for IT teams seeking stronger security and true efficiency."

Zoho Directory 2.0 delivers on the promise of smarter access and stronger security, making it the definitive platform for upgrading your organisation’s workforce identity management in 2025.

Ready to Upgrade Your Identity Management?

Contact 1 Cloud Consultants today for a personalised demonstration of Zoho Directory 2.0 and learn how we can seamlessly integrate these powerful new features into your existing infrastructure.