New Features in TestRail 10.1
🚀 New Features in TestRail 10.1
Here’s a summary of the major new features and improvements introduced in TestRail 10.1 (released early 2026):
🔥 1. Smart Archiving for Test Runs & Plans
- New automated lifecycle controls allow administrators to close inactive test runs and plans after a configurable period.
- Closed items can then be automatically archived to keep projects organized and improve system performance.
- Archived items are:
- Locked from editing
- Still searchable and viewable for reference
- Excluded from most reports
This feature is especially helpful for large QA teams managing high volumes of historical test data.
🌍 2. Data Residency Support
New customers can now choose where their TestRail data is stored and processed:
- US – US East
- EU – Germany
- APAC – Singapore
This ensures compliance with regional data regulations and improves performance for globally distributed teams.
Note: Currently available for new customers. Support for existing instances is planned in future updates.
🤖 3. AI Features Enabled by Default (Cloud)
AI capabilities are now enabled by default for TestRail Cloud (with appropriate permissions):
- AI-powered Test Case Generation — Quickly create structured test cases.
- Upcoming AI features:
- AI-assisted Test Automation Script Generation
- AI-based Test Prioritization
- AI Evaluation Templates for quality measurement
Admins can manage AI access at the instance, project, or role level via:
Admin → AI Hub
🛠 4. CLI Enhancements
The TestRail CLI now includes improvements for automation and BDD workflows:
- Import and export support for Gherkin/BDD scenarios
- Enhanced JUnit parser with BDD support
- Structured logging and performance improvements
These updates strengthen integration with automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
🐞 5. General Fixes & Improvements
This release also includes multiple stability and usability improvements:
- Enhanced report filtering behavior
- Improved CSV export defect handling
- Jira Data Center messaging updates
- UI refinements and performance fixes
📌 Summary
TestRail 10.1 focuses on scalability, AI-powered productivity, compliance, and automation support. With Smart Archiving, Data Residency options, expanded AI capabilities, and improved CLI integration, this release significantly enhances efficiency for modern QA teams.
