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caldav

Python CalDAV and CardDAV client library for syncing calendars and enterprise address books.

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LicenseGPL-3.0
GitHub stars1.2k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Caldav LibCaldav Client PythonCarddav Contact SyncEnterprise Calendar SyncDeveloper Tools
Overview

Why consider caldav?

caldav is an open-source Python client library for CalDAV and CardDAV protocols written by Cyrille Bougot. caldav connects to Nextcloud, Apple Calendar Server, Radicale, and Microsoft Exchange servers to search, synchronize, create, and manage calendar events and enterprise contact address books.

Guided learning

Learn caldav by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of caldav

caldav synchronizes enterprise event bookings directly with CalDAV calendar servers.

Quickstart

bash
1pip install caldav
python
1import caldav
2client = caldav.DAVClient(url="https://cal.company.com/dav", username="user", password="pwd")
3principal = client.principal()
4calendars = principal.calendars()

caldav is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0).

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caldav FAQs

caldav is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

caldav is listed under the GPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

caldav is listed as an alternative to Microsoft Exchange. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.