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Google Calendar
Google Calendar
1. Choose trigger event
Mailchimp
Mailchimp
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Google Calendar
Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Calendar" from Google Calendar.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Archive Subscriber" in Mailchimp.
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Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Campaign
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Audience
Required
Email Address
Required
Custom Event Name
Required
Properties
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Audience
Required
Subscriber Email
Required
New Email
Status
Required
Double Opt-In
Update Existing
Replace Groups
Groups
Language Code
Tag(s)
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Audience
Required
Email Address
Required
Delete Contact
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Campaign
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Audience
Required
Tag
Required
Email Address
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Audience
Required
Tag name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Name
Required
Campaign Name
Audience
Required
Segment
Tags
Email Subject
Required
Preview_text
From_name
Required
From Email Address
Required
To_name
Content Type
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search or write
Find existing data in your app, or create a new record if no data is found
Search
Required
Audience
Audience
Required
Subscriber Email
Required
New Email
Status
Required
Double Opt-In
Update Existing
Replace Groups
Groups
Language Code
Tag(s)
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search or write
Find existing data in your app, or create a new record if no data is found
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Add Attendee(s) to Event
Archive Subscriber
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Practical ways you can use Google Calendar and Mailchimp
Add subscribers from events to Mailchimp
When a new event is added to Google Calendar, Zapier automatically adds the details as a new subscriber in Mailchimp. This keeps your email list up-to-date with participants from critical meetings or appointments, streamlining communication without manual data entry.
When a new event is created in Google Calendar, Zapier can automatically draft an email campaign in Mailchimp. This ensures marketing efforts are aligned with upcoming events, saving time on manual campaign creation and improving planning workflows.
When a new email campaign is added in Mailchimp, Zapier can create a related event in Google Calendar for project tracking. This helps project managers stay on top of promotional tasks and deadlines, improving team collaboration and transparency.
Learn how to automate Google Calendar on the Zapier blog
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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Calendar + Mailchimp integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Google Calendar and Mailchimp
How can I integrate Google Calendar with Mailchimp?
You can integrate Google Calendar with Mailchimp using automation tools like Zapier. Begin by setting up a 'Zap' where you choose Google Calendar as the triggering app and configure what event (like 'New Event Created') will set off the process. Then, select Mailchimp as the action app to determine what should happen in response.
What triggers are available for Google Calendar in this integration?
For Google Calendar, you can use triggers such as 'New Event Created', 'Event Start', or 'Event Cancelled'. Each of these triggers can initiate different actions within Mailchimp, like sending an email campaign or updating a subscriber list.
What actions can be performed in Mailchimp from a Google Calendar trigger?
There are several actions you can set in Mailchimp when triggers fire off from Google Calendar. You might add subscribers to a list when a new event is created, schedule an email campaign before an event starts, or update audience engagement when an event is canceled.
Do I need any coding skills to set up this integration?
No coding skills are necessary to set up the integration between Google Calendar and Mailchimp using Zapier. Our platform provides a user-friendly interface where you simply follow setup steps and select options from drop-down menus.
Can I customize the data that gets synced between Google Calendar and Mailchimp?
Yes, you have control over what data is transferred during the integration process. For example, you can choose specific details about calendar events to include within an email or customize how subscriber information is updated in Mailchimp.
Will updates in Google Calendar be automatically reflected in Mailchimp?
Once you've set up the integration correctly, updates such as new events or cancellations in your Google Calendar will automatically trigger actions that update your designated processes within Mailchimp immediately after they occur.
What should I do if my integration fails or stops working?
Check your Zap configurations first—ensure triggers and actions are still correctly defined. We also recommend reviewing any recent changes made to either platform that might affect connectivity. If issues persist, consider contacting our support team for assistance.
About Google Calendar
Google Calendar lets you organize your schedule and share events with co-workers and friends. With Google's free online calendar, it's easy to keep track of your daily schedule.
