Connect a Calendar / Event Source

Currently, Timelier supports two types of event sources: Google Calendar and Outlook calendar.  You must connect at least one source for Timelier to be able to generate reminders.

1. Start the Connection Process

  • Go to the Sources section in the app.
  • Click the ➕ Add button.

2. Select Your Provider

You’ll see two options:

  • Google
  • Microsoft

Click on the one that matches the account you’d like to connect.

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3. Enter the account email address and check “Connect as a source of events”

  • Enter the email address associated with your account.
  • Check the box to “Connect as a source of events.” This lets Timelier read your calendar to create reminders. This is the only permission that you must check.
  • If you want to let timelier send email reminders from this account on your behalf, check the box to “Connect as a reminder channel.” This is optional. See the “Connect a reminder channel (optional)” section, below.
  • If you are connecting a Microsoft 365 accounts that has a Teams license, and you want to let Timelier send Teams chats on yor behalf, you can also check the box to “Connect as a Teams chat reminder channel.” This is optional.  See the “Connect a reminder channel (optional)” section, below.
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4. Confirm & Authenticate

  • Click ‘Connect Google/Microsoft Account’.
  • You’ll be redirected to the Login with Google/Microsoft website.
  • Log in with your Google/Microsoft and approve access.
  • Once connected, you’ll be returned to Timelier and see a confirmation message.