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Nearly a billion people worldwide utilize Google Calendar for managing their schedules and appointments. Sometimes, you need to remove a calendar from your view. Maybe it's a calendar you no longer need or one that's causing too many notifications. Thankfully, it is a simple process.

First, open Google Calendar on your computer or in your mobile application. Then, locate the "My calendars" section on the left side of the screen. You will see all the calendars you have created or subscribed to. Find the calendar you want to remove.

There are two methods. You can hide a calendar by simply unchecking the box next to its name; this removes it from view, but doesn’t delete it. Alternatively, if you own the calendar and want to remove it completely, click the three vertical dots next to its name. Select "Settings and sharing," then scroll down and choose "Unsubscribe". This option will remove it permanently from your account, and the events will be gone.

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Hi, I'm Ava Clark, and I'm often asked about managing calendars in Google Calendar. One of the most common questions I get is, "How do I remove a calendar?" Well, the process is straightforward, but there are a few key distinctions to understand.

Understanding "Removing" a Calendar

First, let's clarify what we mean by "removing." There are essentially two types of calendars you might want to deal with:

1. Calendars You Created (Your Primary or Other Shared Calendars): This is where the removal process is a bit more complex, as it determines whether the calendar is deleted and its contents permanently removed, or simply removed from your view (or its sharing with specific users.)

2. Calendars You Subscribed To or Were Shared With by Others: These are calendars created by someone else, and you're just viewing them in your own Google Calendar interface. Removing these is simpler; you're just hiding them from your view.

Removing a Calendar from Your View (Deleting Your Subscription)

This is for calendars you didn't create. Here's how:

• On a Computer (Web Browser):

  1. Open Google Calendar: Go to calendar.google.com.
  2. Locate the Calendar: In the left-hand "My calendars" or "Other calendars" section (depending on where the calendar appears), look for the calendar's name.
  3. Uncheck the Box (Hiding): There's usually a checkbox next to the calendar's name. If you simply want to hide the calendar's events, uncheck this box. The events will no longer be visible in your calendar view.
  4. Remove (if desired): To completely remove the calendar from your list:
     • Click the three vertical dots (More options) next to the calendar's name.
     • Select "Unsubscribe from calendar" or "Hide from list". This completely removes the calendar from your list. This does not delete the original calendar for others who may be subscribed to it.

• On a Smartphone or Tablet (Google Calendar App):

  1. Open the Google Calendar app.
  2. Tap the Menu Icon: (The three horizontal lines, usually in the top left).
  3. Find the Calendar: Locate the calendar you want to remove. Look under "Calendars" or "Calendars to display."
  4. Tap the Checkbox: Unchecking the checkbox to the right of the calendar name will hide it from your view.
  5. Remove (if desired):
     • Tap the three vertical dots next to the calendar's name
     • Tap "Hide from list" or "Unsubscribe"

Removing a Calendar You Created (Deleting a Calendar)

This is for calendars that you own and want to get rid of entirely. Be very sure before you do this, as all the events in the calendar are deleted permanently

• On a Computer (Web Browser):

  1. Open Google Calendar: Go to calendar.google.com.
  2. Find the Calendar Settings: In the left-hand panel, hover over the calendar you created.
  3. Access Settings and Sharing: Click the three vertical dots (More options) next to the calendar's name, and then select "Settings and sharing".
  4. Scroll Down to "Remove calendar" or "Delete Calendar": In the "Settings for my calendars" section, on the left side, scroll down to the "Remove calendar" heading.
  5. Choose to delete the calendar permanently or "hide from list":
     • Delete Calendar: Click the "Delete calendar" option to delete the calendar and all its events from your Google account entirely. Be aware there is no undo.
     • Hide from list: If you want to stop displaying the calendar on your list, but not deleting the calendar.

• Important Notes about Deleting a Calendar:

  • Irreversible: Once you delete a calendar, you cannot get it back. All events, associated files, and settings are gone.
  • Impact on Shared Users: If you shared the calendar with others, deleting it will also remove it from their calendars. They will no longer be able to see its contents. However, you can remove the calendar from their view without deleting the entire calendar.
  • Make Backups: Consider backing up your calendar data (exporting it to a file) before deleting the calendar, especially if it contains important information.

In Summary

• Removing a calendar you didn't create primarily involves hiding it from your view by unchecking a box or unsubscribing.
• Removing a calendar you did create involves accessing the calendar's settings and either deleting the calendar permanently (which is irreversible) or removing it from the list.
• Always double-check which option you're selecting to ensure you don't accidentally delete important calendar data.

I hope this is clear and helps you manage your Google Calendars effectively. If you have further questions, feel free to ask!

• Ava Clark, Calendar Management Expert.

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FAQ: Removing Calendars from Google Calendar

Q: How do I hide a calendar in Google Calendar?
A: On the left sidebar, find the calendar you want to hide. Click the checkbox next to the calendar's name to uncheck it, making it disappear from your view. This doesn't delete the calendar, just hides it.

Q: How do I permanently delete a calendar I own?
A: Go to the calendar settings (gear icon) and select the calendar. Scroll down to "Remove calendar" and choose "Delete." This action is permanent, and the calendar and its events will be gone.

Q: How do I unsubscribe from a shared calendar?
A: In the left sidebar, hover over the shared calendar you want to remove. Click the three vertical dots and select "Unsubscribe." This will remove the calendar from your list.

Q: Can I delete a friend's calendar if they shared it with me?
A: No, you cannot delete a calendar that you don't own. You can only unsubscribe from it.

Q: What happens to events when I delete a calendar?
A: If you own the calendar, the events associated with it are also deleted. If you are unsubscribing from a shared calendar, the events will no longer appear in your calendar view.

Q: Where do I find the settings to remove a calendar?
A: In the left sidebar, click the gear icon for settings. Then click on the calendar name you want to manage. From there, you can find the options to unsubscribe or delete.

Q: What's the difference between "hide" and "delete" in Google Calendar?
A: "Hide" simply removes the calendar's display from your view. "Delete" permanently removes the calendar and all its associated events, if you own it.