Effortless Integration- A Step-by-Step Guide to Syncing Your Outlook Calendar with Apple Calendar

How to Add Outlook Calendar to Apple Calendar

Adding your Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar can be a game-changer for those who use both platforms. It allows you to have all your appointments, events, and reminders in one place, making it easier to manage your schedule. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to add your Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad.

Step 1: Set up Outlook Calendar

Before you can add your Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar, you need to ensure that your Outlook calendar is set up correctly. If you haven’t already, follow these steps to set up your Outlook calendar:

1. Open Outlook and click on the “Calendar” tab.
2. Click on “Calendar Settings” in the bottom left corner.
3. Select “Calendar Permissions” and then click on “New.”
4. Enter the email address of the Outlook calendar you want to add to Apple Calendar.
5. Choose the appropriate permissions (e.g., Editor, Author) and click “OK.”
6. Repeat this process for each Outlook calendar you want to add.

Step 2: Add Outlook Calendar to Apple Calendar on Mac

To add your Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar on your Mac, follow these steps:

1. Open the “Calendar” app on your Mac.
2. Click on “File” in the menu bar and select “New Calendar.”
3. Choose “From Internet” and click “Next.”
4. Enter the following URL in the “Server” field: webcal://calendar.outlook.com/calendars//events
5. Replace “” with your Outlook email address.
6. Click “Next” and give the calendar a name.
7. Click “Add” to add the Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar.

Step 3: Add Outlook Calendar to Apple Calendar on iPhone or iPad

To add your Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar on your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:

1. Open the “Calendar” app on your device.
2. Tap the “Calendars” tab at the bottom of the screen.
3. Tap the “+” icon in the upper-right corner.
4. Select “Add Subscribed Calendar.”
5. Enter the following URL in the “Server” field: webcal://calendar.outlook.com/calendars//events
6. Replace “” with your Outlook email address.
7. Tap “Next” and give the calendar a name.
8. Tap “Add” to add the Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar.

Step 4: Syncing Your Calendars

Once you have added your Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar, the events should automatically sync between the two platforms. However, if you notice any discrepancies or if you want to ensure that everything is up to date, you can manually sync your calendars by following these steps:

1. On your Mac, open the “Calendar” app and click on “Calendar” in the menu bar.
2. Select “Work Offline” to stop syncing.
3. Close the “Calendar” app and reopen it to start syncing again.
4. On your iPhone or iPad, open the “Calendar” app and tap the “Calendars” tab.
5. Tap the “i” icon next to the Outlook calendar you added.
6. Toggle on “Sync” to start syncing your calendar events.

Now you have successfully added your Outlook calendar to Apple Calendar, making it easier to manage your schedule across both platforms. Enjoy the convenience of having all your events in one place!