iCal synchronisation is a way to keep your holiday home calendars up to date across different booking platforms. When a booking or block is made on one calendar, the other calendars are updated automatically, so your availability stays accurate and you are less likely to face double bookings.

How does iCal synchronisation work?

Most booking platforms share their calendar in a common format called iCal. This format works like a shared schedule that other systems can read. Your calendars check these shared schedules regularly and update their availability to match.

Why should hosts use iCal synchronisation?

• Saves time: You do not need to update each calendar by hand.
• Keeps availability consistent: Guests see the same dates on every listing site.
• Reduces the risk of double bookings: Your calendars stay aligned, so a date booked in one place is blocked in the others.

Is iCal synchronisation the same as a live calendar?

Not quite. iCal synchronisation updates calendars at regular intervals rather than instantly. Changes can take a few hours to appear on every platform, so it is still a good idea to check your calendars often.

Want to connect your calendars?

To learn how to set up an iCal sync with other platforms, read our guide: How do I configure an iCalSync to connect my calendar with other platforms?