If you manage two different calendars, things can sometimes fall through the cracks. What is the best way to achieve the perfect Outlook-Google Calendar sync? Show
We've got a few options that you can check out for yourself. Read on for our favorite ways to sync Google Calendar with Outlook. Why Sync Microsoft Outlook With Google Calendar?Keeping two different calendars will often be a logistical problem. Some situations make doing so necessary, though:
Consider that, in your busy life, you would want to see both your calendars and keep them in sync. If you miss the official, bygone Google plug-in, you can use these alternatives to sync Outlook to Google Calendar. Our criteria for a top pick: tools that not only sync Outlook Calendar to Google Calendar, but that also keep Microsoft Outlook and Calendar organized. We want something that boosts our productivity on Outlook and Google, bringing both worlds closer together. 1. Calendar Sync for Outlook and Google Calendar (Free, Paid)
Calendar Sync 4.1 can help you set up one-way sync with either Microsoft Outlook or Google as the master. The free version does limit you to sync appointments and events within the last thirty days, but it's still worth trying. The Pro version lets you two-way sync Google Calendar with Outlook; you can even use custom date ranges. The freedom to use multiple calendars and extra profiles are two other benefits of paying for the service. Both the free and Pro versions are available as portable versions, as well. Key Features:
2. Outlook Google Calendar Sync (Free)
Outlook Google Calendar Sync 2.9.1 is completely free and supports two-way Outlook to Google sync; you can download it as an installer or as a portable app. The sync tool works in all versions of Microsoft Outlook, from 2003 to 2016 64-bit and Microsoft 365. You can carry all event attributes from one calendar to the other. Events can be merged with existing ones into one calendar. Also, get a prompt before the tool deletes a duplicate event. This calendar sync tool is the best alternative for the privacy mavens out there. Events can be flagged as private; even the words in a subject line can be masked if you have security concerns. You can also make it work behind a web proxy, just in case. Key Features:
3. G Suite Sync for Microsoft Outlook (Google Apps Users)If you're part of a larger collaborative team, the G Suite is a great cloud productivity tool. The suite includes Gmail, Docs, Drive, and Calendar; the business software also gives you interoperability with Microsoft Outlook and additional security options like two-step authentication and SSO. Previously called Google Apps Sync for Microsoft Outlook, G Suite Sync for Microsoft Outlook is the gangplank between both tools. A detailed comparison between both calendars is available on the G Suite support page. Key Features:
4. Microsoft Power AutomateMicrosoft Power Automate was designed to create automated workflows that connect two or more online services together. Right now, there are more than 300 connectors that you can utilize; one of them is a bridge that allows you to sync Outlook with Google Calendar. There are also other dedicated connectors for Outlook 365 and Outlook.com, as well.
The cloud connectivity that Microsoft Power Automate offers keeps both calendars synced across all platforms at all times, which we love. Smartphone Apps to Sync Outlook With Google CalendarYou can also use each company's official app to sync Outlook and Google Calendar; it's the simplest solution when you're on the move. We have a couple that we can recommend. 1. Use Both Calendar Mobile AppsMicrosoft Outlook and Google Calendar both have apps for Android and iOS. Installing these apps is an easy and quick solution, and, with timely notifications and smart scheduling, you can configure both calendars for specific events. After Microsoft introduced shared calendar support to its Outlook client, things got a lot easier. Now, your contacts can get access to specific Microsoft Outlook calendars, too. Download: Microsoft Outlook for iOS | Android (Free). Download: Google Calendar for iOS | Android (Free). 2. Use the Default iPhone CalendarThe Calendar app on an iPhone and iPad can display an Outlook and Google Calendar sync. We've looked more closely at how to sync an Outlook calendar with your iPhone before, but here's a quick refresher: Go to Settings > Passwords & Accounts > Add Account > Tap the Outlook.com logo. Follow the same path to add Google Calendar; see our guide to adding Google Calendar to iOS for more help. Log in to both and allow the sync to carry itself out. Any events added to either calendar will appear in your Calendar app. Why Sync Outlook With Google Calendar?There are many possible reasons; it can help you keep all of your calendars updated without giving you fifteen places to check every morning, to name one example. It's always better to use one ecosystem. Why not make the most out of the best of what both have to offer? If you need to sync Outlook with Google Calendar automatically, the methods that we've mentioned here will all get the job done. Now, you've got way more time for other, more important things. Why is my Outlook calendar not syncing with Google Calendar?Outlook and Gmail do not sync calendar (& contacts), only email. You need to use a 3rd party utility, such as companionlink or gsyncit to sync them.
Can I share my Outlook calendar with Google Calendar?You can also export your Outlook calendar to Google Calendar and sync both calendars to view them simultaneously. Open the Calendar in Outlook and select the calendar you want to export.
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