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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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Zapier seamlessly connects Google Calendar and Mailchimp, automating your workflow.
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.
- New Calendar
Triggers when a calendar is created.
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- Expand Recurring Events
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- CalendarRequired
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- Time After
- Time After (Unit)
- Search_term
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- EventRequired
- Attendee/sRequired
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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.
Business OwnerCreate email campaigns for calendar events
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.
Marketing & Marketing OpsNotify team of new campaign events
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.
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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.
