How to Sync Slack with Google Calendar

Tired of juggling between Slack messages and your Google Calendar events? Good news: you can sync Slack with Google Calendar and bring your schedule straight into your workspace. Here’s how to set it up, why it’s useful, and what you can do with it once it’s running.

Why Sync Slack with Google Calendar?

Before we jump into setup, here’s what syncing gets you:

• Daily agenda summaries delivered to Slack.
• Real-time reminders before meetings.
• Automatic status updates when you’re in a meeting.
• One-click join links for Google Meet or Zoom (if enabled in the calendar invite).

It’s a time-saver. It keeps your team in the loop. And it reduces last-minute scrambling.

How to Sync Google Calendar with Slack

Step 1: Add the Google Calendar App to Slack

1. Go to Slack App Directory.
2. Search for Google Calendar.
3. Click Add to Slack.
4. Select the Slack workspace you want to connect.
5. Grant the necessary permissions.

Step 2: Connect Your Google Account

1. Once added, Slack will prompt you to connect your Google account.
2. Log in using your Google credentials.
3. Allow Slack to access your calendar.

Step 3: Configure Notifications

Once connected, you can set preferences such as:

• Daily summaries (choose delivery time).
• Event reminders (minutes before a meeting).
• Auto-status updates (e.g. “In a meeting”).

You can configure these by typing /gcal settings in any Slack channel or DM with the Google Calendar bot.

Step 4: Customize Per Channel (Optional)

Want calendar updates in a specific channel (like a team or project space)?

• Use /gcal in the channel.
• Choose which calendar to pull from.
• Set notification preferences for that channel.

Pro Tips

• If you’re using multiple calendars (work/personal), make sure you select the right one in settings.
• Use /gcal today to see your day’s schedule at a glance.
• Missed a meeting? Type /gcal to catch up quickly.

Final Thoughts

Syncing Slack with Google Calendar isn’t just a convenience—it’s a smart way to keep communication and scheduling in sync. No more hopping between apps. No more “Hey, are you in this meeting?” messages. Just a clean, connected workflow.

Want help setting it up for your team? Drop a comment or shoot us a message—happy to help.