Add to Calendar Link Generator
Generate 1-click 'Add to Calendar' links and downloadable .ics files for Google Calendar, Apple, Outlook, and Yahoo.
1-Click Add to Calendar Links
Universal .ics file for Mac, iPhone, & desktop iCal.
About this tool
How to use it
- Enter your event title, start and end dates and times, and time zone.
- Optionally toggle 'All-Day Event' or specify a meeting URL / physical address and event description.
- Click Generate Calendar Links to create real-time deep links for Google Calendar, Outlook, and Yahoo.
- Click 'Download .ICS' to generate a universal calendar file compatible with Apple Calendar and native desktop calendar software.
Why it matters
Including one-click 'Add to Calendar' links in event confirmation emails and registration pages reduces attendee no-show rates by over 40%. Direct calendar links allow recipients to reserve time slots immediately without manually copying dates and meeting links.
When to use it
Use this link generator when publishing event registration landing pages, sending email webinar confirmations, issuing ticket invites, or sharing team meeting schedules.
Good to know
UTC format (YYYYMMDDTHHMMSSZ) provides seamless automatic time zone translation across attendees worldwide.
Common questions
What is an .ics file?
An .ics (iCalendar) file is the universal cross-platform calendar data exchange standard (RFC 5545). It is supported natively by Apple Calendar (iOS and macOS), Microsoft Outlook, Google Calendar, and Android.
How do time zones work in 'Add to Calendar' links?
Calendar URLs format event times in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). When a user clicks the link, Google or Outlook automatically converts the UTC timestamp into the user's local operating system time zone.
Can I embed these links in email marketing platforms like Mailchimp or HubSpot?
Yes. Copy the direct calendar URLs and link them to button or text elements in your marketing email templates, or copy the provided HTML button snippet.
Is any event data sent to an external server?
No. All links and .ics file payloads are generated 100% locally in your browser using pure client-side JavaScript.