How to Integrate Google Calendar with Hootsuite Using Zapier

Quick summary

This tutorial shows you how to integrate Google Calendar with Hootsuite using Zapier by building a Zap that automatically triggers a Hootsuite action whenever a Google Calendar event occurs. By connecting these two platforms, social media teams can eliminate manual scheduling and keep their content workflows in sync without switching between apps.

Steps

1. Go to the left-side panel in Zapier, then click 'Create'.
2. Choose 'Zaps' from the list of options.
3. Click the 'Trigger' tab to start the integration process.
4. Search for 'Google Calendar' and pick it from the recommended matches.
5. Specify your preferred 'Trigger Event'.
6. Tap 'Sign In' and log into your active Google account.
7. Read the terms and click 'Allow' to grant the necessary permissions.
8. Provide the information needed to configure the Trigger accordingly.
9. Click 'Continue' to run your input and test the Trigger.
10. Select the specific record you wish to use, then tap 'Continue With Selected Record'.
11. Search for 'Hootsuite' and select it as the Action app.
12. Click the drop-down menu and pick the specific 'Action Event' you want to carry out.
13. Click 'Sign In' and log into your Hootsuite account.
14. Click 'Allow' to accept the terms and grant the necessary permissions.
15. Fill out the input fields with the required details and files associated with the integration.
16. Click 'Continue' to publish the integration.
17. Your Google Calendar and Hootsuite accounts are now integrated based on your input.