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Articles and tips for working with .ics files.

  • What is an .ics file? A simple guide

    An approachable explainer on the .ics calendar format, where it’s used, and when to import vs. subscribe.

    Published Jan 5, 2025
  • How to open an .ics file on iPhone (safely)

    What actually happens when you open an .ics on iPhone, common pitfalls, and how to stay in control.

    Published Jan 6, 2025
  • Fix: Cannot import .ics on iPhone

    Why iOS sometimes refuses .ics files, how to diagnose the cause, and pragmatic workarounds.

    Published Jan 7, 2025
  • ICS vs iCalendar: what’s the difference?

    Untangling the terminology: file extension vs. open standard, and why it matters for interoperability.

    Published Jan 8, 2025
  • How to subscribe to an ICS calendar URL

    The benefits of subscribing to calendar feeds, when to prefer subscriptions over one‑time imports, and how updates flow.

    Published Jan 9, 2025