Fixing a 409 Error When Connecting Your Google Calendar

If you’re seeing a 409 error when trying to connect your Google Calendar, don’t worry — this is a common issue and usually quick to fix.

What does a 409 error mean?

A 409 error typically means that the calendar you’re trying to connect has already been added (or partially added) to your Booost account. This can cause a conflict when trying to reconnect it.

How to fix it

Follow these steps to reset the connection and get everything working smoothly:

Step 0: Disconnect any existing calendars

Start by clearing any existing connections:

• Go to Account Settings → Connected Calendars in Booost
• Disconnect any calendars currently connected

This ensures you’re starting fresh.

Step 1: Make your Google Calendar accessible

• Open Google Calendar
• Go to Settings for the calendar you want to connect
• Scroll to Access permissions for events
• Enable Make available to public
• Choose “See all event details” (recommended over free/busy only)
• Confirm the warning message

Don’t worry — Booost only uses this data to help manage your workload.

Step 2: Copy your calendar link

• In Calendar settings, scroll to Integrate calendar
• Copy either:
  • Public address in iCal format, or

  • Secret address in iCal format (click the 👁️ icon to reveal it)

    

Step 3: Connect your calendar in Booost

• Go to Booost → Calendars → Add Event → Connect Calendar
• Paste your calendar link

• Click Next to complete setup

  

Step 4: Refresh your account (important)

• Sign out of Booost
• Sign back in

This step ensures the connection fully updates.

Still having trouble?

If the error persists or something doesn’t look right, reach out to our support team — we’re here to help.