> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.buildbetter.ai/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Google Calendar Integration > Connect BuildBetter with Google Calendar for automatic meeting recording and management Integrate BuildBetter with Google Calendar to automatically record your scheduled meetings, capture transcripts, and generate summaries without manual intervention. ## Features * **Automatic Meeting Recording**: BuildBetter joins and records meetings from your calendar * **Smart Scheduling**: Configure which meetings to record based on customizable rules * **Meeting Notifications**: Pre-meeting notifications with recording details * **Post-Meeting Summaries**: Automated email summaries after meetings * **Attendee Management**: Track participants and automate labeling ## Setup Instructions ### Prerequisites * An active BuildBetter account * A Google Workspace or Gmail account * Calendar permissions and meeting host capabilities ### Connecting Google Calendar 1. Navigate to **Settings → Integrations** in your BuildBetter dashboard 2. Select **Google Calendar** from the office integrations Google Calendar Integration 3. Click **Connect** and authorize BuildBetter access to your calendar 4. Complete the Google authentication process 5. Return to BuildBetter to finish configuration Successful Google Calendar Connection ### Setting Up Recording Rules Once connected, configure your recording preferences: 1. Go to **Settings → Recording Rules** 2. Create new rules based on: * Meeting title keywords (include/exclude) * Attendee email domains * Time ranges * Calendar selection (if you have multiple) 3. Set recording visibility (participants only, workspace, public) 4. Save your recording rules ## Usage ### Upcoming Meetings After setup, you'll see: 1. An **Upcoming** section on your BuildBetter dashboard 2. Calendar events that match your recording rules 3. Recording status (scheduled, in progress, completed) 4. Quick links to join meetings ### Managing Calendar Events For each calendar event: * **Change Recording Status**: Enable/disable recording for specific events * **Manual Join**: Force BuildBetter to join a meeting immediately * **View Details**: See attendees, description, and other calendar data * **Privacy Controls**: Adjust who can access each recording ### Post-Meeting Actions After a meeting ends: 1. BuildBetter processes the recording and generates a transcript 2. An AI summary is created based on the meeting type 3. Participants are automatically labeled when possible 4. Email notifications are sent to relevant participants (if enabled) ## Troubleshooting ### Bot Not Joining Meetings * Verify calendar connection is active * Check that your recording rules include the meeting * Ensure you have proper permissions as the meeting organizer * Verify the meeting platform is supported (Google Meet, Zoom, MS Teams) ### Calendar Sync Issues * Reconnect your Google Calendar if synchronization stops * Check for Google Workspace restrictions on third-party apps * Verify you haven't exceeded API limits ### Privacy Considerations * Customize pre-meeting notification emails to inform participants * Adjust recording visibility settings to match your privacy requirements * Review attendee consent settings for compliance with recording laws ## Limitations * Personal Google Accounts: Limited functionality compared to Google Workspace * Multiple Calendar Support: May require additional setup for multiple calendars * Meeting Platforms: Must be Google Meet, Zoom, or Microsoft Teams