Instant Import
Import ICS files in seconds with simple drag and drop. No navigating through settings or complex menus.
Privacy First
All file processing happens locally in your browser. Your calendar data never leaves your computer.
Multiple File Types
Supports both modern ICS (iCalendar) and legacy VCS (vCalendar) file formats.
Smart Detection
Automatically extracts event title, date, time, location, description, attendees, and recurrence rules.
Multi-Calendar
Choose which Google Calendar to import events to. Great for separating work and personal events.
100% Free
No subscription, no premium version, no ads. A simple tool that does one thing really well.
ICS Importer Comparison
| Feature | iCalendar Extension | Google Calendar Import |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | ✓ 10 seconds | ✗ 1-2 minutes |
| Drag & Drop | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Preview Before Import | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| VCS File Support | ✓ Yes | ✗ Limited |
| Works Offline | ✓ Parsing works offline | ✗ No |
| Price | ✓ Free | ✓ Free |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an ICS file importer?
An ICS file importer is a tool that reads .ics (iCalendar) files and imports the calendar events into your preferred calendar application. The iCalendar Chrome extension is a free ICS file importer for Google Calendar.
Is this ICS importer free?
Yes, the iCalendar Chrome extension is completely free. There are no subscriptions, no premium tiers, and no hidden costs. Download and use it forever at no charge.
What file types can this importer handle?
The iCalendar extension can import both ICS (iCalendar 2.0) and VCS (vCalendar 1.0) calendar file formats. It supports files with single or multiple events.
Where do ICS files come from?
ICS files are created by calendar applications when exporting events, by email invitations (meeting requests), by ticketing sites (concerts, flights, hotels), and by schedule publishers (sports teams, academic calendars).
Is my data safe with this ICS importer?
Absolutely. The iCalendar extension processes all files locally in your browser. No calendar data is ever uploaded to external servers. The only connection made is directly to Google Calendar API to create your events.
Related Guides
What is iCalendar? Complete Guide · Import ICS to Google Calendar · Import VCS Files
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