Android Calendar Not Syncing Samsung

Having your Android calendar seamlessly synced across all your devices is essential for staying organized. However, a common frustration arises when the Android calendar refuses to sync with a Samsung device, even when using the same Google account. This problem can stem from various causes, and troubleshooting often involves a process of elimination.

One of the first things to check is your Google account synchronization settings on both the Android device and the Samsung device. Navigate to Settings > Accounts and backup > Accounts (or similar, depending on your Android version). Select your Google account. Make sure the “Calendar” toggle is enabled for synchronization. If it’s already enabled, try toggling it off, waiting a few seconds, and then toggling it back on. This can sometimes force a refresh.

Next, verify the calendar app permissions. On both devices, go to Settings > Apps (or Applications) and find the Calendar app (likely either Google Calendar or Samsung Calendar, depending on which you’re using as your primary calendar). Check the permissions and ensure that the app has access to “Contacts” and “Storage” (or similar permissions relating to accessing your Google account and storing calendar data). Denied permissions can prevent the app from properly syncing.

Data and time settings are often overlooked, but incorrect settings can disrupt synchronization. Ensure both devices have the correct date, time, and time zone settings. Automatic date and time synchronization is often the best option.

Battery optimization can also interfere with background sync processes. On your Samsung device, go to Settings > Battery > Battery optimization. Find your Calendar app in the list and make sure it’s set to “Don’t optimize” or is whitelisted from battery saving features. This allows the app to sync in the background without being restricted by battery-saving algorithms.

A poor or unstable internet connection is another potential culprit. A strong and stable Wi-Fi connection is generally recommended for syncing. Try switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data to see if the sync issue resolves. A simple reboot of your router can sometimes improve connectivity.

Consider the calendar storage itself. Ensure you are adding events to the correct calendar. Within the Google Calendar app, when creating an event, there is often a dropdown menu to select which calendar to add the event to (e.g., your main Google account calendar, or a specific shared calendar). Make sure you are adding events to the Google calendar associated with the account that you’re trying to sync.

Finally, try clearing the cache and data of the Calendar app. Go to Settings > Apps > Calendar > Storage. Tap “Clear cache” and then “Clear data.” This will reset the app, and you’ll need to re-sync your Google account. Be aware that clearing data will remove any offline calendar events, so ensure everything is backed up to your Google account first.

If none of these solutions work, it may be necessary to remove and re-add your Google account on the Samsung device. This completely resets the connection and forces a fresh synchronization. Go to Settings > Accounts and backup > Accounts, select your Google account, and choose “Remove account.” Then, add the account back again.

By systematically addressing these potential causes, you should be able to resolve most Android calendar syncing issues on your Samsung device. If the problem persists, consider contacting Google or Samsung support for further assistance.