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title: Google Calendar
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createdAt: 2024-12-19T13:13:13.327Z
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Google Calendar is a widely used scheduling tool that allows businesses to **manage appointments, meetings, and events**. Integrating **Google Calendar with Sanoflow** enables seamless **appointment booking, real-time schedule synchronization, and automated reminders**.

With this integration, businesses can:

- Automatically sync appointments from Sanoflow to Google Calendar.
- View and manage all scheduled events in one place.
- Set up automated appointment reminders via WhatsApp, SMS, or email.

# Getting Here

- **Log in to your Sanoflow account.**
- From the left-hand menu, go to **Settings > Integrations.**
- Select the **Add Channel** tab under the **Other** section.

# How to Integrate Google Calendar with Sanoflow

Follow these steps to connect Google Calendar with Sanoflow:

**Step 1: Navigate to Integrations**

1. Log in to your **Sanoflow** account.
2. Click on **Settings** from the left-hand menu.
3. Go to **Integrations** and scroll down to the **Other** section.

**Step 2: Add Google Calendar**

1. Click the **“Add”** button next to **Google Calendar**.
2. You will be redirected to the **Google Sign-in page**.

**Step 3: Sign in with Google**

1. Choose the **Google account** that you want to connect.
2. Grant **Sanoflow permission** to access your Google Calendar.
3. Click **Allow** to finalize the integration.

**Step 4: Configure Calendar Settings**

1. After successful authentication, you will be redirected back to **Sanoflow**.
2. Select which **Google Calendar** should be linked.
3. Set up **default event settings**, including:
   - **Time zone**
   - **Event notifications**
   - **Appointment duration**
4. Click **Save** to complete the setup.

# Best Practices for Using Google Calendar Integration

- **Use a Dedicated Calendar**: Create a separate calendar for Sanoflow bookings to avoid cluttering your personal schedule.
- **Enable Notifications**: Set up event reminders to reduce no-shows.
- **Sync Regularly**: Ensure your calendar is always up to date by periodically verifying synced events.
- **Manage Permissions**: Control who can add or edit calendar events within your Sanoflow account.
- **Utilize Recurring Events**: If applicable, schedule recurring appointments for regular clients.

# Common Issues and Troubleshooting

**1. Unable to Sign in to Google Calendar**

- Ensure you are using a **valid Google account**.
- Check that **Google Calendar permissions** are enabled for Sanoflow.
- Try clearing your browser cache and logging in again.

**2. Events Are Not Syncing Properly**

- Refresh your calendar by clicking **Sync Now** in the integration settings.
- Confirm that you have selected the correct **Google Calendar**.
- Ensure the event **date and time are formatted correctly** in Sanoflow.

**3. Appointments Are Duplicated**

- Check if multiple **Sanoflow users** are syncing with the same Google Calendar.
- Avoid **manually creating duplicate events** in Google Calendar.

**4. Google Calendar Integration Is Not Visible**

- Ensure you have the correct **user permissions** in Sanoflow.
- If the integration has been previously removed, **reconnect your Google account**.

# FAQs

**1. What does the Google Calendar integration do?**

It allows Sanoflow to **sync appointments and events** directly to your Google Calendar for better scheduling and management.

**2. Can I connect multiple Google Calendars?**

No, Sanoflow currently supports **one Google Calendar per user**.

**3. How often does Sanoflow sync with Google Calendar?**

Syncing happens in **real-time** whenever a new appointment is booked or updated in Sanoflow.

**4. What happens if I remove the Google Calendar integration?**

Your past appointments will remain in Google Calendar, but no **new events** will be synced.

**5. Can I customize my event notifications?**

Yes, you can set up **reminders via email, WhatsApp, or SMS** for upcoming appointments.

**6. How do I disconnect my Google Calendar from Sanoflow?**

- Go to **Settings > Integrations** in Sanoflow.
- Find **Google Calendar** and click **Remove**.

**7. Is this integration secure?**

Yes, Sanoflow uses **OAuth authentication**, ensuring that your Google Calendar data remains **private and secure**.

**8. Can I reschedule an appointment in Sanoflow and have it update in Google Calendar?**

Yes, any **modifications in Sanoflow** will automatically reflect in Google Calendar.

**9. Do I need to manually sync appointments?**

No, the integration **automatically syncs** appointments in real-time.

**10. Will removing Sanoflow events from Google Calendar delete them in Sanoflow?**

No, deleting events in Google Calendar will **not** remove them from Sanoflow. You must update or cancel the event from Sanoflow.