Outlook calendar ONLY syncing with Google if I refresh EVERY SINGLE TIME

Question

Hello,

I am having to Reset ICS Links for my Outlook calendar and copy them via URL to a new Google calendar every single time I make a change to the Outlook calendar. Why aren't changes being pushed through? Why do I have to reset it every single time? Thank you.

Answer 1

Dear Joey,

Google Calendar does not update imported .ics files very frequently, and it may take up to 24 hours for changes to appear. This is a limitation of Google Calendar and not Outlook. One possible workaround is to use Outlook’s feature to see your Google Calendar in Outlook (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/see-...), which may allow you to view both calendars more easily. Alternatively, you can try using a third-party app or service that can sync Outlook and Google calendars more reliably (like Zapier or SyncGene to automate the syncing process).

Best Regards,

George A.

Answer 2

Hello George,

It actually never updates, even after 24hrs. After the initial syncing, nothing every syncs. Funny enough, I've asked for help with Google and they blame Outlook and it seems Outlook blames Google. Round and round we go. I wish there would be more proactive collaboration, given how many people use both programs. I will try your suggestions.

Joey

Answer 3

Also - I see your suggestion has the note "**Note:**Changes you make in Outlook aren’t sent to your Google Calendar. To update your Google calendar, open Google Calendar from a browser." That creates even more work as I'll constantly be having to update my calendar in two places.

Answer 4

Dear Joey,

Thank you for further clarifying the issue. It can be frustrating when different programs don’t work well together. One possible solution is to use a two-way sync between Outlook and Google Calendar instead of an ICS link. This way, any changes you make in either calendar will be synced automatically and quickly. You can find instructions on how to do this here: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/see-....

If you want to have a two-way sync, you need to follow the steps under “Option 2: Use a calendar app that syncs with Google Calendar” in the link I provided. This way, you don’t have to update your calendar in two places.

Again, as an alternative, you can try using a third-party app or service that can sync your Outlook and Google calendars automatically. For example, some users have recommended SyncGene or GSyncit. However, I cannot vouch for their reliability or security.

Best Regards,

George A.

Answer 5

George, I believe you sent the wrong link. I do not see "Option 2: Use a calendar app that syncs with Google Calendar”

Joey