iCal synchronisation keeps your calendars up to date across booking platforms. When a booking is made on one channel, the dates are automatically blocked on the others. This helps you avoid double bookings and gives guests accurate availability.

What is an iCal?

iCal, short for iCalendar, is a common calendar file format. Many booking platforms and calendar apps use it to share which dates are booked or blocked.

How does iCal synchronisation work?

Each platform provides a private iCal link to your calendar. When that link is connected to another platform, the second platform checks it regularly and updates its calendar with the dates it finds. Updates are not always instant, so changes can take a few hours to appear.

Why should hosts use iCal synchronisation?

• It saves time, because you do not need to update each calendar by hand.
• It keeps your availability consistent across all your listing sites.
• It lowers the risk of accidental overbookings.

Does iCal synchronisation share guest details?

No. iCal synchronisation shares blocked dates only. It does not share guest names, contact details, or payment information.

Ready to connect your calendars?

Read our guide on how to configure an iCal sync to connect your calendar with other platforms.