Introduction

If you’re someone who relies heavily on Google Calendar to keep track of your daily schedule, you might be wondering how to integrate it with iCalendar. This can be especially useful if you use Apple products since iCalendar is the default calendar app on all Apple devices. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps of adding your Google Calendar to iCalendar in 2024.

Step 1: Get Your Google Calendar URL

The first step in adding your Google Calendar to iCalendar is to get the calendar URL. To do this, open your Google Calendar and click on the three dots next to your calendar name. From the dropdown menu, select Settings and Sharing. Scroll down until you see the “Integrate calendar” section and click on the “Public URL to this calendar” button. Copy the URL that appears.

Question: What if I don’t want to make my calendar public?

If you don’t want to make your calendar public, you can still get the URL by clicking on the “Private Address” button in the “Integrate calendar” section. This will generate a unique URL that you can use to access your calendar from other apps.

Step 2: Add the Calendar to iCalendar

Now that you have your Google Calendar URL, it’s time to add it to iCalendar. Open iCalendar and go to File > New Calendar Subscription. Paste the URL into the “Calendar URL” field and click “Subscribe”. You can choose to customize the name and color of the calendar if you want. Click “OK” when you’re done.

Question: How often will iCalendar update my Google Calendar?

iCalendar will automatically update your Google Calendar every few minutes. However, you can also manually refresh the calendar by right-clicking on it and selecting “Refresh”.

Step 3: Sync Your Calendar Across Devices

Now that your Google Calendar is integrated with iCalendar, you can sync it across all your devices. If you use Apple products, your Google Calendar will automatically be synced with your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. If you use other devices, you can still access your calendar by logging into your Google account on any web browser.

Question: Can I add events to my Google Calendar from iCalendar?

Yes, you can add events to your Google Calendar from iCalendar. Simply create a new event in iCalendar and select your Google Calendar from the “Calendar” dropdown menu.

Conclusion

Integrating your Google Calendar with iCalendar can be a great way to keep all your events and appointments in one place. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to easily add your Google Calendar to iCalendar in 2024. If you have any other questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Google or Apple support for assistance.