How to Import ICS to Google Calendar
Install the Free Extension
Add the iCalendar extension to Chrome from the Chrome Web Store. It takes just 2 clicks and is completely free.
Click the Extension Icon
Click the iCalendar icon in your Chrome toolbar to open the import popup.
Drag & Drop Your ICS File
Simply drag your .ics file from your computer onto the popup. The extension automatically parses all event details.
Choose Your Calendar
Select which Google Calendar you want to add the event to - work, personal, family, or any other calendar you have.
Click "Add to Calendar"
One click and your event is imported to Google Calendar. Done in under 10 seconds!
Lightning Fast
Import ICS files in under 10 seconds. No need to navigate through Google Calendar settings.
100% Private
All files processed locally in your browser. No data uploaded to any servers.
Multi-Calendar
Choose exactly which Google Calendar to add events to. Perfect for organizing work and personal events.
Smart Parsing
Automatically extracts title, date, time, location, description, and attendees from ICS files.
Completely Free
No subscription, no payment, no ads. Just a simple tool that works.
VCS Support
Also supports older VCS (vCalendar) files for compatibility with legacy systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I import an ICS file to Google Calendar?
The easiest way is to use the iCalendar Chrome extension. Install it for free, click the icon, drag your ICS file onto the popup, and click "Add to Calendar." Your event is imported in seconds.
Is my calendar data safe when importing ICS files?
Yes, completely safe. The iCalendar extension processes all files locally in your browser. No data is uploaded to any servers. The extension only connects directly to Google Calendar API using secure OAuth authentication.
Can I import multiple events from one ICS file?
Yes! The iCalendar extension can handle ICS files with multiple events. All events in the file will be parsed and can be imported to your Google Calendar.
What if Google Calendar's built-in import doesn't work?
Google Calendar's settings-based import can be slow and sometimes fails with certain ICS files. The iCalendar extension offers a more reliable alternative that works directly in your browser.
Does this work with Outlook ICS files?
Yes! The extension works with ICS files exported from any calendar application including Microsoft Outlook, Apple Calendar, and any other app that uses the standard iCalendar format.
Related Guides
What is iCalendar? Complete Guide · Free ICS File Importer · Import VCS Files
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