Applies To
Outlook for Microsoft 365 Outlook on the web New Outlook for Windows

The iCalendar or iCal .ics format is an internet standard for calendar sharing. Outlook uses .ics links to sync your calendar with others.

  1. Get an .ics link URL. This is provided by the online calendar provider such as Google. 

  2. In the lower-right corner of classic Outlook, select  outlook calendar icon Calendar, and select Home > Add or Add Calendar and select From Internet.

  3. Paste the .ics URL into the location field and select OK. 

  4. In the Add this Internet Calendar dialog, select Yes. 

Tip: For an example on getting an .ics link from an online calendar, see Import Google Calendar to Outlook.

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