Sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar in Easy Steps

Syncing Google Calendar with Apple Calendar keeps all your calendar events in one place, so you don’t double-book or forget important plans. You can even manage work and personal schedules from the same calendar app.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to:

• Sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
• Meet the prerequisites for syncing
• Fix common issues when syncing calendars

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How to Sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar on iPhone and iPad

Here’s how to sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar on your iPhone or iPad. Make sure your device is running the latest operating system before you begin.

1. Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad and tap Calendar.
2. Tap Calendar Accounts, then select Add Account.

1. Choose Google and sign in with your email and password. If you use 2-Step Verification on an older iOS version, use an app password instead. If you already have an existing account, just tap it and switch Calendars on.
2. Select which services to sync. Turn on Calendar and turn off the others if you want to sync only your calendar.
3. Open the Calendar app to see your Google Calendar events alongside your Apple Calendar events.
   

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Syncing your Google Calendar with your Apple Calendar on an iPhone or iPad is straightforward. Follow these steps to ensure both calendars work seamlessly together.

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How to Sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar on Mac

Follow these steps to sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar on your Mac. Make sure you have the latest operating system and the newest version of the Calendar app installed.

1. Open Apple Calendar on your Mac, then click Calendar in the top menu and select Preferences.
2. In the Accounts tab, click the plus (+) icon to add a new account.
3. Select Google, click Continue, and sign in with your Google account.
4. Choose the services you want to sync and make sure Calendars is checked.
5. In the Accounts tab, use Refresh Calendars to decide how often you want Google Calendar events to sync with Apple Calendar.
6. Open the Calendar app to confirm your Google Calendar events are showing alongside your Apple Calendar events.

You can also sync directly with your iCloud Calendar, but connecting Google Calendar ensures all events show across devices.

Want to take scheduling further? You can connect Google Calendar to ChatGPT to automate reminders and planning.

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Google Calendar Features and Limitations on Apple Devices

When you sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar, you’ll get the basics covered, but a few features work differently.

1. Apple Calendar email notifications are more limited than Google Calendar’s. You may not get the same customization options.
2. You cannot create new Google calendars directly in Apple Calendar. You need to create them in Google Calendar first, then sync.
3. Google Calendar’s Room Scheduler does not work in Apple Calendar.
4. Events like birthdays and flights also appear in Apple Calendar once synced. You can even add flights to Google Calendar so they’re included automatically.
5. In mid-2025, Google released an official Google Calendar app for Apple Watch. It includes basic event views and watch face complications like “Today’s date” and “What’s next,” though Apple’s Calendar app still gives more detailed data.
6. Apple Calendar only syncs past Google Calendar events going back one year. For older events, you must use the web version at calendar.google.com (opens in a new tab).

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Troubleshooting Common Sync Issues

If your Google Calendar events are not syncing with Apple Calendar, try these quick fixes.

1. If your calendar does not appear, check your account settings. Open Settings, go to Calendar > Accounts, and make sure your Google account is added with Calendars turned on.
2. If you get authentication errors, verify your email and password. If you use 2-Step Verification, create and use an app password instead of your regular password.
3. If events are missing, review your sync settings. In Google Calendar on the web, check that all your calendars are selected. On your device, make sure Sync All Events is enabled under Calendar settings.
4. If sync still fails, check your internet connection and try again. Sometimes it takes a few minutes for changes to update.

For more ways to improve scheduling, check out the best Google Calendar add-ons.

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Use Tactiq to Turn Meetings Into Actionable Notes

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FAQs About Syncing Google Calendar with Apple Calendar

How do I sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar on iPhone or iPad?

Open Settings, tap Calendar, then Accounts. Add your Google account, sign in, and turn on Calendars. Open the Calendar app to see your Google Calendar events.

How do I sync Google Calendar with Apple Calendar on Mac?

Open Apple Calendar, go to Preferences, then Accounts. Add Google, sign in, and check Calendars. Use “Refresh Calendars” to control how often events update.

Why is my shared Google Calendar not showing up on my Apple Calendar?

Shared Google calendars may not appear if they are not selected in sync settings. Visit the Google Calendar sync page (opens in a new tab) on a computer, check the shared calendar, click Save, then refresh Apple Calendar.

Can I share Google Calendar with an Apple user?

Yes. Open the Google Calendar app on your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Accounts, choose your Google account, then select Calendars. Pick the calendar you want to share and set the sharing permissions. The Apple user will then be able to view it in their Calendar app.

Do past Google Calendar events sync with Apple Calendar?

Apple Calendars only sync events from the past year. To see older events, you need to open Google Calendar on the web.