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"Event Add to Calendar" Feature

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With this seamless integration, registered events are automatically added to your preferred calendar application. Whether you use Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, Apple Calendar, or Thunderbird, managing your events has never been more efficient.

How It Works

Instant Calendar Sync:

  • Upon registering for an event, our system instantly syncs the event details with your calendar.
  • In your ticket confirmation email, you’ll find a convenient button. Click it, and the event seamlessly integrates into your calendar of choice.
  • Sample confirmation email opened with Gmail client with calendar invitation:

Supported Calendar Apps:

  • Gmail and Yahoo users benefit from direct integration.
  • Outlook, Apple Calendar, and Thunderbird users can easily import the event details from the confirmation email.

Synced Event Details:

  • Dates, times, and any additional notes sync seamlessly.
  • Stay up-to-date without manual effort.

Understanding Event Confirmation Emails and ICS Files

What is an ICS File?

An ICS (iCalendar) file is a standard format used for sharing calendar events. It contains essential information about an event, such as its title, description, date, time, and location. ICS files are widely supported by various calendar applications, including Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, and Apple Calendar.

How ICS Files Enhance the Feature

Automatic Calendar Integration:

  • When you register for an event, our system generates an ICS file containing all relevant event details.
  • This ICS file is attached to your confirmation email.
  • By opening the ICS attachment, your calendar application (e.g., Outlook or Apple Calendar) automatically adds the event to your calendar.
  • Some email programs, like Gmail, do this automatically. While others require manual intervention.

Real-Time Updates:

  • If event details change (e.g., the event time is updated, the event is canceled), a new ICS file is generated.
  • Attendees receive an email with the updated ICS attachment.
  • By opening the updated ICS file, your calendar stays in sync with the latest event information.

Consistency Across Platforms:

  • Regardless of the calendar app you use, ICS files ensure consistent event representation.
  • Attendees receive the same event details, regardless of their preferred calendar application.

Benefits:

  • Efficiency: Attendees can quickly add events to their calendars without manual data entry.
  • Consistency: All attendees receive the same event details, reducing confusion.

  • Real-Time Updates: Attendees stay informed about any changes to the event schedule.

     

Disabling this feature

If you wish to disable this feature for your events, please reach out to our Support team, and they will assist you in making the necessary adjustments.