Google Calendar
Clockify
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Google Calendar + Clockify

Start Clockify timers for new event starts in Google Calendar

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Calendar and Clockify

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated scripts using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.

Google Calendar and Clockify can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Start Clockify timers for new event starts in Google Calendar
Workflow diagram: Google Calendar + Clockify integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Calendar

Google Calendar

Event Start in Google Calendar

Triggers when a specified amount of time before an event starts.

Then this action happens in Clockify

Clockify

Start Timer in Clockify

Starts a new time entry.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Start Clockify timers for new event starts in Google Calendar.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Google Calendar and Clockify to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Google Calendar to Zapier.

    Connect Google Calendar to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Google Calendar account, using Google Calendar credentials.

  • Connect Clockify to Zapier.

    Connect Clockify to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Clockify account, using Clockify credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Google Calendar

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Calendar

    Choose the following trigger: Event Start (Triggers when a specified amount of time before an event starts.).

  • Then set up an Action for Clockify

    Then set up an Action for Clockify

    Choose this action: Start Timer (Starts a new time entry.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between Google Calendar and Clockify.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Start Clockify timers for new event starts in Google Calendar!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Calendar

    New event

    Triggers when an event is created.

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  • Google Calendar

    Event start

    Triggers when a specified amount of time before an event starts.

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  • Google Calendar

    New or updated event

    Triggers when an event is created or updated (except when it's cancelled).

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  • Google Calendar

    Any event starts

    This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of any event on your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.

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  • Google Calendar

    Event from search starts

    This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of an event on your Calendar that contains a specific keyword or phrase in the event’s Title, Description, or Location. Ingredient will be based on the zone set in Google.

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  • Google Calendar

    New event added

    This Trigger fires every time a new event is added to your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.

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  • Clockify

    Create project

    Creates a project on a specified workspace.

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  • Clockify

    Create time entry

    Creates a new time entry on a specified workspace.

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  • Clockify

    Create task

    Creates a task on a specified project.

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  • Clockify

    Create client

    Creates a client on a specified workspace.

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  • Clockify

    Start timer

    Starts a new time entry.

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  • Clockify

    Stop timer

    Stops currently running time entry on a specified workspace.

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Apps you need

Google Calendar

Google Calendar

Calendar

A time management and scheduling tool for efficient day-to-day organization

Google Calendar, the free time-management web application, simplifies scheduling and organizing your daily events. Easily manage and share your schedule with customizable notifications, ensuring you stay on top of your commitments.

Clockify

Clockify

Time Tracking

Free Time Tracking and Timesheet App

Clockify is a full-featured, 100% free time tracking tool for teams that enables you to track work hours, manage projects, calculate billable rates, and generate customizable reports.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.