How Can I Add/Delete an iCal Calendar?

Keeping your calendar synchronized is essential for maximizing your rental potential and avoiding double bookings. Whether you're adding a new iCal calendar or removing an existing one, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.

How Do I Add an iCal Calendar?

Adding an iCal calendar to your account synchronizes your bookings across multiple platforms, ensuring your availability is always accurate. Follow these steps to add your iCal calendar:

1. Log into your Holidu Host Account
2. Click on "Configuration" in the top-left menu
3. Scroll down to the "iCal & Synchronization" section
4. Click on "Configure" to add a new calendar
5. Select your calendar channel from the list, or choose "Other" if your provider isn't listed
6. Enter your calendar details:
   • Paste the iCal URL from your external calendar provider
   • Give your calendar a descriptive name for easy reference
7. Important: Copy your Holidu Host iCal link and paste it into your external calendar provider's settings
8. Click "Save" to complete the setup

Your calendars are now synchronized. This helps prevent double bookings and ensures potential guests see accurate availability information.

How Can I Delete an iCal Calendar?

If you need to remove an iCal calendar due to listing changes, provider switching, or synchronization issues, the process is straightforward:

1. Log into your Holidu Host Account
2. Click on "Configuration" in the top-left menu
3. Scroll down to the "iCal & Synchronization" section
4. Find the calendar you wish to remove and click "Edit"
5. Click the "Delete" button and confirm your action

The calendar will be immediately removed from your account, and synchronization with that provider will stop.

Tips for Managing Your iCal Calendars

• Regularly verify that your calendars are syncing correctly to maintain accurate availability
• Use descriptive names for each calendar to easily identify which provider each one connects to
• If you're using multiple booking platforms, ensure all iCal calendars are properly configured to avoid overbooking
• Test your new calendar setup by making a test booking to confirm synchronization is working

Need Additional Help?

If you encounter any issues while adding or deleting your iCal calendar, or if you have questions about calendar synchronization, please contact our support team using the contact form. We're here to help you get the most out of your Holidu Host experience.