Itsycal is a free, open-source calendar that lives in your Mac menu bar. It gives you a quick glance at the date and your events, without opening the full Calendar app. It works alongside the Mac Calendar app, showing the same events right where you already look.

Key Features

• Menu Bar Calendar: Itsycal sits in your menu bar and shows the current date at a glance.
• Calendar Integration: It displays events from the Mac Calendar app, so you see your schedule without switching apps.
• Create and Delete Events: You can add or remove events directly from Itsycal, though editing an existing event is not supported.
• iCloud and Google Calendar Sync: Itsycal works with calendars synced through iCloud or Google Calendar.
• Date Format Customization: Change how the date appears in your menu bar to fit your taste.
• Works Offline: Itsycal does not need an internet connection to show your calendar.
• Free and Open Source: Itsycal is released under the MIT license, so it costs nothing and its code is public.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is Itsycal free?

Yes. Itsycal is completely free and open source under the MIT license.

How do I install Itsycal?

You can install it with Homebrew using the command brew install itsycal, or download it from the Itsycal website.

Does Itsycal replace the Mac Calendar app?

No. Itsycal works as a companion to the Calendar app. It shows the same events in your menu bar, so you do not need to open Calendar just to check a date.

Can I edit events in Itsycal?

You can create and delete events in Itsycal, but you cannot edit an existing event. You would need to open the Calendar app to make changes.

Does Itsycal support Google Calendar?

Yes. If your Google Calendar is added to the Mac Calendar app, Itsycal will show those events too.

Does Itsycal collect any data?

No. Itsycal is privacy focused, does not require registration, and works offline.