Choose a calendar provider
Provider support depends on the operation, permissions and access channel.
Reviewed · 2026-09-20 / Ridian
Compare the connection types
Section titled “Compare the connection types”| Provider | Connection | Important boundary |
|---|---|---|
| Google Calendar | OAuth | Calendar access does not grant Tasks, Contacts or Gmail access |
| Microsoft 365 / Outlook | OAuth | Tenant rules, shared rights and partial consent affect access |
| Apple iCloud | CalDAV app-specific password | Existing series can be read; CalDAV series writes are unsupported |
| Other CalDAV services | Provider credentials / preset | A preset is not a live compatibility guarantee |
| ICS feed | Feed URL | Read-only source; no AI event writes |
| Hosted Exchange | EWS pilot | Requires a real compatible EWS setup, not just an M365 license |
Choose by workflow
Section titled “Choose by workflow”For cross-provider sync, both source and destination must support their assigned roles. For AI access, compare the specific tool and provider, not just whether the account can connect. For a developer integration, check the currently published REST or MCP contract separately.
A writable provider calendar can still reject a meeting edit, a recurring-series change or a conflicting update. Per-event capabilities are more specific than account-level access.
Connect the right identity
Section titled “Connect the right identity”Use the identity that actually owns or can access the intended calendar. Aliases and a primary mailbox are not interchangeable provider identities. For a shared or room calendar, check the provider’s permission and booking policies as well as Ridian.
Read the Google/Microsoft guide, CalDAV guide or ICS/EWS guide before starting.