In this article:

How to Subscribe to a Google Calendar (2023 Update)

In this article, we will show you how to subscribe to a Google Calendar in just a few clicks. Simply follow the steps below.

How to Subscribe to a Google Calendar

1. Open Google Calendar and Request Access

Click on "Add" next to “Other calendars,” and select "Subscribe to calendar."

how to subscribe to a google calendar

Enter the person's email address in the “Add calendar” box and press Enter. If the calendar is not shared with you, a prompt to request access will appear.

how to subscribe to google calendar

2. Wait for the Calendar Owner's Response

If the calendar isn’t already shared with you, the owner will receive an email to grant access. Once they approve your request, you'll get an email with a link to add the calendar. This added calendar will appear under “Other calendars” in your Google Calendar.

3. Add a Public Calendar Using a Link (Optional)

For public calendars, go to Google Calendar, click "Add" beside "Other calendars," and then select "From URL." 

how to subscribe to google calendar in outlook

Enter the calendar's URL and click "Add calendar." The calendar will then be visible under "Other calendars," though updates may take up to 24 hours to appear.

how to unsubscribe from a google calendar

How to Unsubscribe from a Google Calendar

1. Hover Over the Calendar You Want to Remove

You'll see a three-dot menu icon (⋮) appear next to the calendar's name. Click on this icon.

how to unsubscribe from google calendar

2. Access Calendar Settings

After clicking the three-dot menu icon, a dropdown menu will appear. From this menu, select "Settings." 

subscribing to a google calendar steps

3. Navigate to the "Remove Calendar" Section

On the settings page, scroll down until you find the "Remove calendar" section. This section is usually located at the bottom of the settings page. 

subscribe to google calendar

4. Click "Unsubscribe" to Remove the Calendar From Your List

A confirmation dialog may appear asking if you are sure you want to unsubscribe from the calendar. Click "Remove calendar" to confirm. 

subscribe to a google calendar

We hope that this article has helped you and given you a better understanding of how to subscribe to a Google Calendar and how to unsubscribe from it.

If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our articles on how to customize your Google Calendar.

Schedule a free automation consult
Learn more

Level up your Google Sheets skills with our free Google Sheets automation guide

Wasting too much time doing things manually in spreadsheets? Want to spend more time doing what you love? Our 100% free, 27-page Google Sheets automation guide is full of new tips and tricks that will save you time and money!