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Check your calendar via SMS

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Google Calendar's SMS notification feature allows you to conveniently check your calendar when you're on the go. Just send Google Calendar a quick text message, and you'll get an SMS notification with the information you requested.

In order to use this service, you'll need to register your cell phone number in Google Calendar. Just sign in, click Settings on the top-right of the page, and go to the Mobile Setup tab. Learn more

To receive a notification with your calendar information, send a text message containing one of the following commands to the shortcode '48368' (GVENT):

  • 'next': request your next scheduled event
  • 'day: request all of your scheduled events for the present day
  • 'nday': request your events scheduled for the following day

Please note:

  • This feature is available only in the United States at this time.
  • Only event information from your primary calendar will be retrieved.
  • Information is currently only available for events that are scheduled within 24 hours of the request.

Learn how to create an event via SMS.

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