What is an iCal synchronisation?

An iCal synchronisation is an automatic link between your holiday home calendars on different booking platforms. It shares your availability so that a booking made on one platform blocks those dates everywhere else, helping you avoid double bookings.

How does iCal work?

iCal is a common calendar format that many booking platforms and calendar apps use. Each calendar publishes its availability as a shared file. When your calendars sync, they regularly read these files and update your dates to match.

Why should hosts use iCal synchronisation?

• Saves time: You don't need to update each calendar by hand.
• Keeps availability accurate: Guests see the same dates on every channel.
• Reduces the risk of double bookings: Your calendars stay aligned, even when you receive several bookings.

Good to know

Synchronisation is not always instant. Updates can take a few hours to appear across all channels, so keep this in mind when you receive last-minute bookings.

To learn how to connect your calendars, read How do I configure an iCalSync to connect my calendar with other platforms?