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Outlook Calendar Synchronisation via CalDAV

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What is CalDAV?

CalDAV (Calendaring Extensions to WebDAV) is a standard protocol based on HTTP and WebDAV. It enables users to access, manage and synchronise calendars hosted on a remote server. It is widely used to integrate calendars across different applications and platforms.

Why use CalDAV with Outlook?

Microsoft Outlook does not natively support CalDAV. However, using a third-party add-in such as Outlook CalDav Synchronizer, it is possible to set up two-way synchronisation of events, tasks and contacts between Outlook and CalDAV-supported services like Google Calendar, Nextcloud or SOGo.

Steps to set up synchronisation with Outlook CalDav Synchronizer

  1. Download and install the add-in:

  2. Find your CalDAV URL:

    • Log in to your calendar service (e.g. Webmail, Nextcloud).

    • Locate the CalDAV calendar settings and copy the synchronisation URL.

  3. Create a synchronisation profile in Outlook:

    • Go to the "CalDav Synchronizer" tab and click on "Synchronization Profiles".

    • Click "+" to create a new profile and select "Generic CalDAV/CardDAV".

    • Give the profile a name and choose the Outlook folder to sync.

    • Enter the following under server settings:

      • DAV URL: the CalDAV link you copied.

      • Username and password of your CalDAV account.

      • Email address associated with the calendar.

    • Click "Test or discover settings" to check the connection.

    • Once confirmed, click "OK" to save.

  4. Start synchronisation:

    • Click "Synchronize now" to start manually.

    • Automatic syncs will follow the set interval.

Key considerations

  • Compatibility: Works with Outlook 2007–2019 and Office 365 desktop versions.

  • Outlook for Mac: Not supported.

  • Third-party tool: This is not an official Microsoft product. Always back up data before use.

  • Avoid conflicts: Do not use CalDAV sync alongside Mobile Sync (ActiveSync) on the same email account.

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