How to Find Your Group Calendar ID in Stack
Discovering your Group Calendar ID in Stack is essential for integrations, automation, and API usage. Follow this guide to locate it effortlessly.
Table of Contents
- What is a Group Calendar ID in Stack?
- When Is a Calendar ID Required?
- Steps to Locate the ID of a Particular Group Calendar
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Related Articles
What is a Group Calendar ID in Stack?
A Group Calendar ID in Stack is a unique identifier for each group calendar you create. It's crucial for integrations, workflows, and API calls, ensuring that events, automation, and bookings are correctly linked to the right group calendar. This is particularly important when coordinating with multiple team members or services.
When Is a Calendar ID Required?
You might need the Calendar ID for various purposes, such as:
- Triggering workflows based on calendar bookings.
- Sending data via Webhooks or API calls.
- Integrating with external tools (e.g., Zapier, Pabbly, Make).
- Advanced troubleshooting and support scenarios.
Steps to Locate the ID of a Particular Group Calendar
Step 1: Navigate to Calendar Groups
- Go to your Stack account.
- Click on Settings in the left menu.
- Select Calendars and then choose Groups under Calendar Settings.
Step 2: Locating and Copying the Group Calendar ID
- From the list of Group Calendars, click on the Share Group icon for the desired group.
- Click on Scheduling Link. Then, select and copy the last slug of the Permanent Link.
- Alternatively, click on Embed Code and select and copy the part of the ID before the underscore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use the same Calendar ID in multiple workflows?
Yes! As long as the workflows are connected to the same Group Calendar, the Calendar ID can be reused in different workflows and integrations.
Q: Are Calendar IDs the same for all users in the account?
Yes. The Calendar ID is tied to the calendar itself and remains the same regardless of the user accessing it, provided they have permission.
Q: Will the Calendar ID change if I rename the calendar?
No, renaming the calendar will not affect the Calendar ID. The ID remains constant regardless of the calendar’s display name.
Q: What if the Calendar ID format changes?
Stack will notify users of any changes to calendar structures or URL formats. Keep this article bookmarked to stay updated.
Q: What if I deleted a calendar? Will the ID still work?
No, once a calendar is deleted, its ID becomes invalid. Any references to that ID in workflows or integrations will stop functioning.
Q: Can I use Calendar IDs to filter bookings in the API?
Yes, if you're pulling data from the API, you can use the Calendar ID to filter bookings or appointment data for a specific calendar.