Setting Up Calendar Integration
Keep your personal and business calendars in sync to avoid double-bookings and maintain a clear overview of your schedule.
Google Calendar Integration
- Go to Settings > Integrations > Google Calendar
- Click 'Connect Google Calendar'
- Sign in to your Google account
- Grant necessary permissions
- Select which calendar to sync with
- Choose sync direction (one-way or two-way)
Sync Options
- One-way sync: Omcean → Google Calendar only
- Two-way sync: Changes in either calendar update both
- Selective sync: Only sync specific appointment types
Outlook/Office 365 Integration
- Navigate to Settings > Integrations > Outlook
- Click 'Connect Outlook'
- Enter your Microsoft account credentials
- Authorize Omcean Booking access
- Configure sync preferences
Apple Calendar (iCal) Integration
For Mac and iOS users:
- Go to Settings > Integrations > iCal
- Copy the provided calendar URL
- Open Apple Calendar app
- Go to File > New Calendar Subscription
- Paste the URL and configure refresh settings
Advanced Sync Settings
Conflict Resolution
Choose how to handle scheduling conflicts:
- Block times in external calendar automatically
- Show warnings for potential conflicts
- Prioritize Omcean bookings over external events
- Send notifications when conflicts are detected
Event Details
Customize what information syncs:
- Customer names and contact details
- Service type and duration
- Location and room information
- Staff member assignments
- Appointment notes and instructions
Troubleshooting Sync Issues
Events Not Syncing
- Check internet connection
- Verify account permissions haven't been revoked
- Refresh the connection in settings
- Check for calendar service outages
Duplicate Events
- Disable and re-enable the integration
- Check for multiple sync connections
- Clear sync history and restart
Privacy and Security
Protect sensitive information:
- Use generic appointment titles in external calendars
- Limit customer information sharing
- Regularly review connected accounts
- Revoke access for unused integrations