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How to set up calendar sync with Notch

Sync your Notch games with your preferred calendar app so they automatically appear in your schedule.

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Getting Your iCal URL

First, you'll need to locate your unique iCal URL in your Notch account settings.


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Desktop

  1. Log into your Notch account

  2. Click on your avatar image in the upper right corner to access Settings

  3. Click on the "Calendar Sync" tab

Mobile

  1. Log into your Notch account

  2. Tap the hamburger icon (☰) in the upper left corner to open the menu navigation

  3. Go to "Settings"

  4. Open the dropdown and tap "Calendar Sync"

Once you have your iCal URL, follow the instructions below for your preferred calendar application.

Adding to Google Calendar

  1. Sign in to your Google Calendar

  2. On the left sidebar, click the + button next to "Other calendars"

  3. Select "From URL"

  4. Paste your Notch iCal URL into the field

  5. Click "Add calendar" and you're all set!

Important: Google Calendar may take up to 24 hours to sync updates from your Notch schedule. This timing is controlled by Google and cannot be manually refreshed. Your Notch games will appear as a separate calendar.

Adding to Outlook

Web Version

  1. Go to your Outlook Calendar in your web browser

  2. On the left sidebar, click "Add calendar"

  3. Select "Subscribe from web"

  4. Paste your Notch iCal URL into the field

  5. Click "Import" and you're all set!

Desktop Version

  1. Open Outlook Calendar on your desktop

  2. Right-click on "My Calendars" in the left sidebar

  3. Click "Add Calendar"

  4. Select "From Internet..."

  5. Paste your Notch iCal URL into the field

  6. Click "OK" and you're all set!

Important: While Outlook's web version syncs more frequently, it may take up to 24 hours to sync updates from your Notch schedule. This timing is controlled by Outlook and cannot be manually refreshed. Your Notch games will appear as a separate calendar and are "view only." Feel free to name the calendar "Notch Games" and change the color to your preference.

Adding to Apple Calendar (Mobile Only)

  1. Open the Calendar app on your mobile device

  2. Tap "Calendars" at the bottom of the screen

  3. In the bottom left, tap "Add Calendar"

  4. Select "Add Subscription Calendar"

  5. Paste your Notch iCal URL into the field

  6. Tap "Subscribe" and you're all set!

Important: Apple (iCloud) Calendar takes up to 15 minutes to sync updates from your Notch schedule. This timing is controlled by Apple. Your Notch games will appear as a separate calendar and are "view only." Feel free to name the calendar "Notch Games" and change the color to your preference.

Need to Remove the Sync?

If you need to disconnect your calendar sync, check out our guide on How to Remove iCal Calendar Sync for step-by-step instructions.

Troubleshooting

  • Games not appearing? Remember that sync timing varies by calendar provider (15 minutes to 24 hours)

  • Want to customize? You can rename your Notch calendar and change its color in most calendar applications

  • Still having issues? Contact our support team for additional assistance

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