How do I delete birthdays from my Google Calendar?
If you find that your Google Calendar is cluttered with unnecessary events, such as birthdays, it’s easy to remove them. Deleting birthdays from your Google Calendar can help you keep your schedule organized and focused on the events that matter to you. In this article, we’ll guide you through the simple steps to delete birthdays from your Google Calendar on both desktop and mobile devices.
Deleting Birthdays on Desktop
To delete birthdays from your Google Calendar on a desktop, follow these steps:
1. Open your web browser and go to the Google Calendar website (calendar.google.com).
2. Log in to your Google account if you haven’t already.
3. Once logged in, you’ll see a list of calendars on the left-hand side of the screen. If you have multiple calendars, make sure the one containing the birthdays you want to delete is selected.
4. Click on the three dots (menu icon) next to the calendar and select “Calendar settings.”
5. In the “Calendar settings” page, click on the “Customize” tab.
6. Scroll down and find the “Birthdays” option under “Event sources.”
7. Click on the “Birthdays” option to expand it.
8. You’ll see a list of all the birthdays in your calendar. To delete a specific birthday, click on the three dots next to the event and select “Delete.”
9. If you want to delete all birthdays from your calendar, click on the “Delete all” button at the bottom of the list.
Deleting Birthdays on Mobile
If you’re using a mobile device, here’s how to delete birthdays from your Google Calendar:
1. Open the Google Calendar app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Tap on the three horizontal lines in the upper-left corner to access the menu.
3. Select “Manage calendars” from the menu.
4. You’ll see a list of calendars. Make sure the calendar containing the birthdays you want to delete is selected.
5. Tap on the three dots next to the calendar to open the menu.
6. Select “Calendar settings.”
7. In the “Calendar settings” page, tap on the “Event sources” tab.
8. Scroll down and find the “Birthdays” option.
9. Tap on the “Birthdays” option to expand it.
10. To delete a specific birthday, tap on the three dots next to the event and select “Delete.”
11. To delete all birthdays from your calendar, tap on the “Delete all” button at the bottom of the list.
By following these simple steps, you can easily delete birthdays from your Google Calendar and keep your schedule clutter-free. Remember, you can always add birthdays back to your calendar if you change your mind later.
