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Connecting Google Calendar

Step-by-step guide to integrate your Google Calendar with AcaMeet for automatic availability detection.

Why Connect Google Calendar?

Automatic Updates

Your availability updates automatically when you add or remove calendar events

Privacy Protected

We only see when you\'re busy, not the details of your meetings or events

Seamless Scheduling

Eliminate double-booking and ensure accurate availability for all participants

Connection Process

1

Access Calendar Settings

Navigate to the calendar integration section

  • Go to your AcaMeet dashboard
  • Click on "Calendar Settings" in the navigation
  • Look for the "Connect Calendar" section
2

Choose Google Calendar

Select Google Calendar from the available options

  • Click the "Connect Google Calendar" button
  • You'll be redirected to Google's authorization page
  • Make sure you're signed into the correct Google account
3

Grant Permissions

Authorize AcaMeet to access your calendar

  • Review the permissions AcaMeet is requesting
  • We only access availability information, not event details
  • Click "Allow" to grant access
4

Configure Sync Settings

Customize how your calendar integrates with AcaMeet

  • Choose which calendars to sync (if you have multiple)
  • Set your preferred sync frequency
  • Configure busy time detection settings

Permissions Explained

Your Privacy is Protected

AcaMeet uses the minimum permissions necessary to provide scheduling functionality. We never access the content, attendees, or private details of your calendar events.

View calendar availability

Required

See when you have events scheduled

Read calendar metadata

Required

Access basic calendar information and settings

Create calendar events

Optional

Add confirmed meetings to your calendar

Common Issues & Solutions

"Access Denied" Error

This usually happens when you decline permissions or have strict security settings.

  • • Ensure you\'re signed into the correct Google account
  • • Check if your organization allows third-party apps
  • • Try using an incognito/private browser window
  • • Contact your IT administrator if using a work account

Calendar Not Syncing

If your availability isn\'t updating, try these steps:

  • • Wait 5-10 minutes for sync to complete
  • • Refresh the AcaMeet page
  • • Check if the correct calendar is selected
  • • Disconnect and reconnect your calendar

Managing Your Connection

Updating Settings

  • Change which calendars are synced
  • Adjust sync frequency preferences
  • Configure busy time detection rules

Disconnecting

  • Go to Calendar Settings in AcaMeet
  • Click "Disconnect" next to Google Calendar
  • Revoke permissions in your Google account

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Ready to Connect Your Google Calendar?

Start syncing your availability automatically and never worry about double-booking again.

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