# Timepage Google Calendar Integration - Setup & Troubleshooting

*Applies to: iOS, iPadOS, macOS · Updated 2026-08-17*

Connect Timepage with Google Calendar for seamless event sync. Complete setup guide with troubleshooting for Google Calendar integration issues.

[Original article](https://bonobolabs.com/support/timepage/google-calendar-integration/)

Sync your Google Calendar with Timepage to access all your events, meetings, and appointments across devices. This guide covers Google Calendar setup, sharing, and troubleshooting.

## Prerequisites

- Timepage app installed on your device
- Google account with Calendar enabled
- Internet connection

## Setting Up Google Calendar Integration

### Step 1: Add Google Account to Your Device

#### On iPhone/iPad:

1. Open **Settings App** > **Apps** > **Calendar**
2. Tap **Calendar Accounts** > **Add Account**
3. Select **Google**
4. You may need to tap **Open Browser** to open the browser to sign in
5. Follow the prompts to sign in and give your device permission to access your calendar
6. Tap **Save**

#### On Mac:

1. Open **System Settings** > **Internet Accounts**
2. Click **Add Account** > **Generic**
3. Sign in with your calendar credentials
4. Enable **Calendars** in the account settings
5. Click **Done**

### Step 2: Configure Timepage Calendar Settings

Once your Google Calendar Account is set up on your device, Timepage will be able to see the list of calendars for that account.

#### On iPhone and iPad:

1. In Timepage go to the **Menu**
2. Tap **Calendars** > **Setup Calendars**
3. Find your Google calendars in the list
4. Enable the calendars you want to see in Timepage

#### On Mac:

1. In Timepage, go to **Settings** > **Calendars**
2. Click the checkbox on each calendar you wish to show

### Step 3: Choose Default Calendar and Colors

#### Set Default Calendar:

Tap the **Default Calendar** to choose a different one from the list. You can only choose from visible calendars. When you create a new event in Timepage, it will save it to this calendar unless you change it.

#### Calendar Color Setup:

1. Tap the colored circle next to the Calendar name to choose a new color
2. Choose from different palettes (Mono, Vivid, Pastel, Muted, Dark, Neon)
3. Confirm your selected color by tapping the tick button, or tap Back to retain the existing color

**Tip**: You can match colors that have been set somewhere else to the closest color in Timepage by turning on "Match to Timepage colors".

## Google Calendar Features in Timepage

### Event Synchronization

- **Real-time sync**: Changes in Google Calendar appear in Timepage instantly
- **Bidirectional editing**: Create and edit events in either app
- **Recurring events**: All recurring meetings and events sync properly
- **Event details**: Descriptions, locations, and attendees sync completely

### Multiple Calendar Support

- **Personal calendars**: Your main Google Calendar
- **Shared calendars**: Calendars shared with you by others
- **Holiday calendars**: Built-in holiday calendars
- **Custom calendars**: Any calendars you've created

### Google Calendar Sharing

- **Share calendars**: Share your calendars with others through Google Calendar
- **View shared calendars**: Access calendars shared with you
- **Permission levels**: Respect Google Calendar sharing permissions

## Troubleshooting Google Calendar Integration

### Calendar Not Appearing

**Problem**: Google Calendar doesn't show up in Timepage

**Solutions**:

1. Verify Google account is added to device settings
2. Check that Calendars is enabled for the Google account
3. Ensure Timepage has calendar permissions
4. Try removing and re-adding the Google account

### Sync Issues

**Problem**: Events not syncing between Google Calendar and Timepage

**Solutions**:

- Check internet connection
- Verify Google account is signed in properly

- Check sync settings:
  - Go to **Settings App** > **Apps** > **Calendar** > **Calendar Accounts** > **Fetch New Data**
  - Where possible, set each account to **Push** as this is fastest
  - Set the **Fetch** schedule to choose how often data is synced

- Some services (like iCloud and Gmail) support Push for near-instant updates, but some accounts may only allow Fetch
- If 'Push' is unavailable for your account, your device will check for updates at the interval you set in 'Fetch New Data'
- Restart Timepage

### Missing Events

**Problem**: Some Google Calendar events don't appear in Timepage

**Solutions**:

1. Check calendar visibility in Timepage (Menu > Calendars > Setup Calendars)
2. Verify the events aren't in a hidden calendar
3. Check if events are in the correct date range
4. Ensure the calendar is properly shared if it's a shared calendar

### Duplicate Events

**Problem**: Events appear multiple times

**Solutions**:

1. Check if you're subscribed to the same calendar multiple times
2. Verify calendar sharing settings in Google Calendar
3. Check for duplicate calendar accounts in device settings

### Allow System Permission

Timepage requires your permission to access calendars on each device that you use. When you first open Timepage we'll ask for this permission and hopefully you said yes, however if you accidentally said no…let's fix it!

#### iPhone and iPad:

1. Go to the **Settings App** > **Privacy & Security** > **Calendars**
2. Tap **Timepage** then select **Full Access**

#### Mac:

1. Go to **System Settings** > **Privacy & Security** > **Calendars**
2. Find **Timepage** and enable calendar access
3. If set to Add Only Access, tap Options and select **Full Access**

**Note**: Timepage is a calendar app, so we need to see your calendar. Remember, your calendar data is stored by your Calendar Account provider (such as Google) so this permission is just for us to be able to show your events on-device, they aren't sent to our servers.

## Advanced Google Calendar Configuration

### Multiple Google Accounts

To use multiple Google accounts:

1. Add each Google account separately in device settings
2. Configure calendar visibility in Timepage
3. Set different colors for each account's calendars
4. Choose a default calendar for new events

### Shared Calendar Management

For calendars shared with you:

1. Accept sharing invitations in Google Calendar web
2. Ensure the shared calendar appears in your device settings
3. Enable the calendar in Timepage
4. Set appropriate colors for easy identification

### Google Workspace Accounts

For Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) accounts:

1. Follow the same setup process as personal accounts
2. Ensure your organization allows calendar sync
3. Check with your IT administrator for any restrictions
4. Verify two-factor authentication is properly configured

## Google Calendar Sharing Setup

### Sharing Your Calendar

1. Open **Google Calendar** in your web browser
2. Find your calendar in the left sidebar
3. Click the three dots next to your calendar name
4. Select **Settings and sharing**
5. Under **Share with specific people**, click **Add people**
6. Enter email addresses and set permission levels
7. Click **Send**

### Accessing Shared Calendars

1. Accept the sharing invitation via email
2. The shared calendar will appear in your Google Calendar
3. It should automatically sync to Timepage
4. Enable it in Timepage calendar settings if needed

## FAQ: Google Calendar Integration

### Does Timepage work with Google Calendar?

Yes, Timepage fully supports Google Calendar integration with real-time sync and bidirectional editing.

### Can I use multiple Google accounts with Timepage?

Yes, you can add multiple Google accounts and access all their calendars in Timepage.

### Why isn't my Google Calendar syncing?

Check your internet connection, account settings, and ensure Calendars is enabled for your Google account.

### Can I edit Google Calendar events in Timepage?

Yes, you can create, edit, and delete Google Calendar events directly in Timepage.

### Does Timepage work with Google Workspace?

Yes, as long as your organization allows calendar sync on personal devices.

### How do I share my calendar with others?

Use Google Calendar web to share calendars. Shared calendars will automatically appear in Timepage.

## Related Articles

- [Setting Up Calendars in Timepage](/support/timepage/setting-up-calendars/)
- [Sharing Calendars in Timepage](/support/timepage/sharing-calendars/)
- [Troubleshooting Calendar Issues](/support/timepage/troubleshooting-calendars/)

## Need More Help?

If you're experiencing issues with Google Calendar integration, please contact our support team with details about your specific setup and the problems you're encountering.