Create Dynamic Add to Calendar Links

This help doc explains how to create a dynamic event in the Set Up tab in your AddEvent account. Dynamic Add to Calendar Links (dynamic events) are a feature offered by AddEvent to customers that allows you to dynamically create calendar invitations without needing to pre-set specific events in advance. These automated event links can be easily embedded into emails or web pages to streamline scheduling and event invites for users.

How to Create a Dynamic Add to Calendar Links In-App

  1. Navigate to the Dynamic Add to Calendar section then click Set up to get started.
  2. Select the Install on email or website option.
  3. Fill out the desired tags and fields.
  4. Select the link type you prefer.
  5. Copy the code and paste it into your email or website.

Field types

  • Event title (required)
  • Event description
  • Start date and time (required)
  • End date and time
  • All day event
  • Time zone
  • Location
  • Organizer
  • Organizer email
  • Recurring event
  • Free/Busy
  • Calendar push notification
  • Reference

Link types

  • Link to an event landing page: Generates a clickable link that directs users to an event page where they can view event details and add the event to their calendar.

  • Link directly to a calendar service: Generates multiple clickable links that take users directly to their chosen calendar service, where they can add the event to their calendar.

  • Link to download an .ics file: Generates a plain text link that downloads an .ics file—ideal for creating events on-the-fly using mail APIs.