Nulab, headquartered in Fukuoka, has recently announced a new initiative aimed at supporting businesses currently utilizing PR TIMES' task management tool, Jooto. With Jooto's general offering concluding on July 31, 2027, Nulab aims to facilitate the migration of data to its own project and task management tool, Backlog, ensuring a seamless transition for its users.
The transfer process comes in light of PR TIMES's announcement made on August 6, 2026, regarding the termination of Jooto's general availability. This has prompted existing customers to select a new platform while also managing the complexities of transferring data and setting permissions to accommodate the new operational environment.
Importance of Data Migration
Managing projects involves crucial information such as decision-making processes and project histories, all of which need to be preserved during the transition. Thus, the burden of ensuring that such information is retained and applicable in a new environment cannot be understated. Nulab recognizes the significance of the data generated during work processes as vital knowledge for organizations. Having provided Backlog to users for over 20 years and with over 15,000 paid subscriptions, Nulab is uniquely positioned to assist in the migration of valuable data accumulated on Jooto. Through discussions with PR TIMES, Nulab has committed to implementing this support framework.
Migration Support Framework
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Complimentary Access to Backlog
To mitigate the transition burden for customers moving from Jooto, Nulab will offer Backlog free of charge until March 31, 2027. This special offer is aimed at ensuring that users can adapt to the new environment without the added financial pressure. Additional details can be found on the dedicated migration site.
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Development and Provision of Data Migration Tool
Nulab is developing a specialized tool to facilitate the transfer of boards, tasks, comments, and attachments from Jooto to Backlog. This tool will be provided free of charge, significantly lessening the manual efforts associated with data entry during migration.
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Publication of a Migration Manual
A comprehensive migration manual will be released, detailing the relationship between Jooto and Backlog functionalities, along with steps for data export, transfer procedures, member addition, and permission settings. This manual aims to support customers in preparing for a smooth transition and establishing new operational protocols.
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On-Demand Migration Seminars and Individual Consultations
To further assist during this period, Nulab will offer on-demand guide videos highlighting Backlog's features and migration steps. Additionally, individual consultations will be available to discuss user needs and recommend suitable plans or migration methods.
Timeline for Future Plans
- - August 31, 2026: Launch of the dedicated migration site and commencement of inquiries.
- - Early September 2026: Start of on-demand migration seminars.
- - Late September 2026: Availability of the Jooto-specific data migration tool and publication of the migration manual.
- - March 31, 2027: Conclusion of free access to Backlog.
- - July 31, 2027: End of Jooto's general availability.
Important Note: All information, including timelines, is subject to change.
For more details about the migration support initiative, users are encouraged to visit the dedicated site for Jooto migration at
Nulab Migration Support or reach out to the consultation desk at
Nulab Consultation Desk.
About Backlog
Backlog, developed by Nulab, is a project and task management tool accessible to teams everywhere. With features such as issue tracking, Gantt charts, and documentation, Backlog centralizes progress and role allocation management, enhancing task management and information sharing. Find out more at
Backlog Official Site.
About Jooto
Jooto is a cloud-based task and project management tool offered by PR TIMES. It boasts a simple and user-friendly interface, making it easy to use for project management and information sharing in team settings. With over 500,000 users and 2,379 paid companies, it has proven to be a versatile solution in various scenarios. More information is available at
Jooto Official Site.
About Nulab
Nulab, established in March 2004, is headquartered in Fukuoka and also has an office in Tokyo. The company focuses on developing project management tools that enhance productivity and collaboration across teams. Learn more about Nulab at
Nulab Official Site or explore employment opportunities at
Nulab Careers.