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Clearcal
clearcal.io
ClearCal is a Chrome extension that automatically colour-codes Google Calendar events to distinguish between different types of meetings and blocks. It classifies events such as customer calls, 1:1s, internal meetings, focus time, and weekend events to improve calendar readability and preparation.
THE PRODUCT, BEYOND THE PITCH
Editorially reviewed · Sources checked Oct 2, 2026
A good fit for
- Users who want to improve calendar readability and preparation by visually distinguishing meeting types.
- Google Calendar users who want a simple, local solution without sharing calendar data with servers.
Know the limitations
- Free plan supports only 2 colour rules and a 7-day lookahead.
What you can do
- Highlights weekend meetings to prevent them from sneaking up on users.
Features
- Automatically colour-codes Google Calendar events based on meeting type.
- Customisable colours for each meeting type on the Pro plan.
- Auto-refreshes calendar colours every 30 minutes.
Integrations
- Integrates directly with Google Calendar via API to write colours to events.
Platforms & data export
Not confirmed yet.
THE COST FOR YOUR TEAM
Go beyond the starting price.
Published plan prices for your team size and usage. Results update as you type. Taxes, currency conversion and unlisted add-ons are excluded, and anything the source did not state is called out rather than guessed.
Cheapest fit for 1 person, all 1 tools
$4.99/month
$59.88 a year on these plans.
| Tool / plan | Monthly | Per year | What this assumes |
|---|---|---|---|
ProCheapest fit Flat subscription | $4.99 | $59.88 | Automatically extracted from the linked pricing source. Seat allowances, usage limits, taxes and terms are not confirmed — check them with the provider. |
A practical workflow
- Install ClearCal from the Chrome Web Store and connect Google Calendar using Google sign-in.
- ClearCal scans upcoming meetings and classifies each event type.
- Meeting colours are written directly to Google Calendar events and show up on all devices and apps.
- New and updated events are refreshed automatically to keep the calendar readable.
Based on the sources below. Editorial review does not imply hands-on product testing.
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