How to Export Calendars from Gmail to Office 365

In recent times, many Gmail users are transitioning to Outlook 365 / OWA (Office 365) to benefit from improved collaboration and seamless integration with Microsoft services. When moving from one account to another, transferring or migrating existing data becomes essential to ensure business continuity and avoid data loss. For a smooth and reliable transfer of mailbox data during this transition, the EdbMails IMAP Migration Tool provides a secure and efficient solution.

In certain situations, users may also need to export their Google Calendar to an Outlook 365 mailbox so they can manage all their events from a single platform.

This article walks you through the step-by-step process to migrate your Google Calendar to your Office 365 account.

Why Import Google Calendar to Office 365: Key Benefits

Many users prefer to migrate their Google Calendar to Office 365, especially when they want to move or copy only their calendar events without any hassle. Here are some key reasons to do so:

• Centralized Planning: Keeping Google Calendar and Outlook 365 in one place helps you manage all your events efficiently.
• Easy Accessibility: View your calendar on any device, making it simple to stay organized wherever you are.
• Seamless Collaboration: Migrating to Outlook 365 ensures compatibility with colleagues who use Outlook, enabling smooth scheduling and communication.
• Advanced Scheduling Features: Outlook 365 provides tools like meeting scheduling, calendar sharing, and reminders, enhancing your planning capabilities.
• Backup of Calendar Data: Exporting Google Calendar to Outlook 365 ensures your important calendar events are safely stored as a backup.

Export Your Google Calendar

1. First, sign in to your Gmail account, then click the ‘Google Apps’ menu icon in the top-right corner and select ‘Calendar’.
2. Click the Settings gear icon in the top-right corner, then select ‘Settings’ from the dropdown menu.

   

3. To download your events, click ‘Import & export’.

   

4. Under the Export section, click ‘Export’. A ZIP file will be downloaded to your computer, and inside it, you’ll find separate ICS files for each of your calendars.

   

Import Calendar to Office 365

1. Login to Office 365 Account.
2. Click the ‘Calendar’ tab to open and view your calendar.
3. Click ‘Add Calendar’ as shown in the below image.

   

4. Click ‘Upload from file’ and browse to select the extracted file, as shown below.

   

5. Select the calendar and click the ‘Import’ button.

   

6. Exporting your Google Calendar to Office 365 allows you to manage all your events in one place and improve collaboration. By following the simple steps above, you can safely transfer your calendar data without losing important information. For a smooth and reliable migration experience, you can use the EdbMails IMAP Migration Tool to simplify the transition process.