Photo2Calendar FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about Photo2Calendar. Learn about calendar compatibility, the review step, privacy, pricing, and device requirements.
Before you scroll, here's the overview
These are the questions most people want answered before they download the app.
Reviewable event drafts
Photo2Calendar reads common event details and lets you edit the draft before you save it.
Clear data processing
Images are sent to the conversion backend for processing. Short-lived provider caches or technical logs may occur.
Calendar support
Add to Apple Calendar or Google Calendar, or share standard .ics files for Outlook and other iCalendar apps.
Frequently asked questions
Which calendar apps work with Photo2Calendar?
Photo2Calendar saves events directly to Apple Calendar. For Google Calendar, it opens each event in Google Calendar on your iPhone, where you save it. It also shares standard .ics files for Outlook and other apps that support the iCalendar standard.
Can it read several events from one image?
Yes. It lists each event it finds. Check each one before saving.
How accurate is the AI?
No published accuracy benchmark is available. The app reads common event details and shows an editable draft. Check the title, date, time, location, and year before saving.
What images work best?
Clear photos or screenshots of flyers, calendars, tickets, and handwritten notes work best. A steady shot with good lighting makes the text easier to read.
Can I scan a PDF?
Yes. Tap Select PDF to pick a file from the Files app, or share a PDF to Photo2Calendar from Mail, Files, or Safari. The app reads every page, up to 10 MB. For a larger PDF, take a screenshot of the page with the events and scan the screenshot.
Which devices does it run on?
iPhone and iPad with iOS 17 or later.
How do I add events to Google Calendar?
Tap Open in Google Calendar after the review. Photo2Calendar opens the event in Google Calendar, where you save it. With several events, it opens them one after another.
Is my data safe?
Images are sent over HTTPS to the conversion backend for the requested conversion workflow. Short-lived caches or technical logs at infrastructure providers may occur. Read the Privacy Notice for the full details.
How much does Photo2Calendar cost?
Free download with one free test scan during setup. Saving events and further scans require a subscription: $1.99 weekly, $4.99 monthly, or $29.99 yearly. There is no free trial, no free tier, and no ads. Prices are for the US App Store. Eligible purchases from before version 1.7.0 may retain lifetime access.
Is there a free trial or a free version?
No. Free download with one free test scan during setup. Saving events and further scans require a subscription: $1.99 weekly, $4.99 monthly, or $29.99 yearly. There is no free trial, no free tier, and no ads.
How do I cancel or get a refund?
Open Settings on your iPhone, tap your name, then Subscriptions. Select Photo2Calendar and tap Cancel Subscription. Cancel at least 24 hours before the period ends. Apple handles payments. Request a refund at reportaproblem.apple.com.
Is there an Android or web version?
No. Photo2Calendar: Calendar Scan is an iPhone and iPad app (App Store ID 6736373394). There is no Android or web version.
Is Photo2Calendar the same as Photo2Calendar+?
No. Photo2Calendar: Calendar Scan is an iPhone and iPad app (App Store ID 6736373394). There is no Android or web version. It is not affiliated with Photo2Calendar+ (photo2calendar.it) or other apps that use a similar name.
Do I need an app if my iPhone has Visual Intelligence?
Not always. On iPhones with Apple Intelligence, iOS 26 can turn a screenshot into a calendar event. Photo2Calendar also works on iPhones without Apple Intelligence (iOS 17 or later). It creates one draft per event from timetables and rosters, reads handwriting, and can export an .ics file. Check every draft before saving.
Still need help?
Contact the team through the in-app support form or email.
Looking for background information? Explore the how-it-works guide, review the feature list, or see real-world use cases.
Scan your first schedule
Download free and run one test scan during setup. To save events, choose a weekly, monthly, or yearly plan.