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Importer for Calendar
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Importer for Calendar

For macOS

Importer for Calendar

Import events from Excel and CSV into Apple Calendar, or convert spreadsheets to ICS files. No subscription, everything stays on your Mac.

Version 1.10 (October 6, 2026) · macOS 14 Sonoma or later · ★★★★☆ 4.5 (175 ratings)
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Importer for Calendar for Mac: Import CSV, Numbers or Excel tables into Apple Calendar
Import CSV, Numbers or Excel tables into Apple Calendar
Importer for Calendar for Mac: Check the conversion result with a detailed preview
Check the conversion result with a detailed preview
Importer for Calendar for Mac: Explains problems in the data and how to fix them
Explains problems in the data and how to fix them
Importer for Calendar for Mac: Save field mappings for recurring imports
Save field mappings for recurring imports
Importer for Calendar for Mac: Detect and define recurring events.
Detect and define recurring events.
Importer for Calendar for Mac: Import converted events directly into Apple Calendar
Import converted events directly into Apple Calendar
Importer for Calendar for Mac: Or create an .ics file for import into other calendar apps
Or create an .ics file for import into other calendar apps

Import Excel into iCal Apple Calendar or convert to .ics file

Importer for Calendar turns rows from Excel, Numbers, or CSV into calendar events, entirely on your Mac. Nothing is uploaded to a web converter, and the app collects no data. Your columns can have any names and any order: the app maps them to the event fields, and you can change any assignment. Add the events directly to Apple Calendar, or save them as an .ics file for Google Calendar, Outlook, and other calendar apps. The app also handles recurring events with custom rules, attendees, and alerts.

Features

Any table structure
Import from any spreadsheet layout — no rigid file formats required. Other converters expect fixed column headers and specific date formats.
Recurring events
Full support for recurring events including custom recurrence rules — import weekly meetings, monthly reminders, and more.
Duration instead of end time
Effortlessly import events with specified durations, not just defined end times — ideal for time tracking and scheduling.
Export as .ics file
Save converted events as .ics files for use with Fantastical, BusyCal, Outlook, Google Calendar, or any other calendar app.
Time zones and date formats
Handle diverse date, time, and time zone formats with ease — including different time zones for start and end dates.
Full privacy guaranteed
Importer for Calendar doesn't collect any data — all conversion takes place locally on your Mac, a clear advantage over online converters.

Compared with the Calendar app

The Calendar app on your Mac imports only calendar files (.ics and .vcs), not spreadsheets.

Checked on macOS 27.0 on October 11, 2026.
FeatureCalendar appImporter for Calendar
Import files.ics and .vcsExcel (.xlsx), CSV, and tab-delimited text
Add events from a spreadsheetNoYes, also from the clipboard
Create an .ics file from a spreadsheetNoYes

What users say

★★★★★

"Super easy to use. Great importer into Apple calendar. Totally worth the money. I can’t believe I didn’t know about this years ago!"

ayla1290 · Mac App Store
★★★★★

"Love it. Easy, smooth, does what it says. Worth it! Its allowed me to pull in thousands of appointments into iCal without billions of clicks. Thanks!"

Davekingdds · Mac App Store
★★★★★

"Easy to set up spreadsheet columns and copy/paste to the app. Seems 100% accurate. Good error checks."

Craig at PRT · Mac App Store

Frequently asked questions

Does my data stay private?

Yes. The entire conversion happens locally on your Mac. Nothing is uploaded.

Do I need a subscription?

No. The app is a one-time purchase from the Mac App Store, with no recurring fees.

Which file formats can I import from?

Importer for Calendar reads Excel files (.xlsx), CSV and tab-delimited text files. Events can also be saved as an .ics file.

Can I export calendars as well?

Not with this app. Importer for Calendar imports into Apple Calendar and creates .ics files. Export Calendars Pro goes the opposite way, out of Apple Calendar and Reminders into Excel or CSV.

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