Step‑by‑Step Guide to Embedding a Google Calendar of Wedding Events

Updated 2026-07-18 · Hosting Reviews

Embedding a Google Calendar on your wedding website lets guests see ceremony times, rehearsal details, and other events at a glance. Follow this practical guide to get a cheap, reliable hosting plan, a custom domain, and a simple site that also supports RSVP, registry links, and photo galleries.

What You Need Before You Start

To create a functional wedding website you’ll need three core components:

• Domain name – a memorable address like yourname-wedding.com that reflects the couple.
• Web hosting – a server where your site files live. For most beginners a shared plan works fine, but you can also consider cloud or VPS if you expect heavy traffic.
• Website platform – WordPress, a drag‑and‑drop builder, or a specialty wedding‑site template.

All three can be secured in one place with Hostinger, which offers cheap hosting, a free domain for the first year, free SSL, and one‑click WordPress installation.

Choosing the Right Hosting Plan

For a typical wedding website you’ll have modest traffic—mostly friends and family checking details a few times before the big day. Shared hosting, priced roughly between $3‑$8 per month (intro rates), provides enough bandwidth and storage for images, RSVP forms, and a Google Calendar embed. If you anticipate a larger guest list or want extra performance, a cloud plan ($8‑$15 per month**) gives you scalable resources without the complexity of a VPS.

Key factors to compare:

1. Speed – Look for SSD storage and a data center near your primary audience (U.S. East or West). Hostinger’s servers are built on SSDs and include a CDN for faster load times.
2. Security – Free SSL is a must; it encrypts the RSVP form and calendar embed. Also check for daily backups and malware scanning.
3. Support – 24/7 live chat is helpful when you’re setting up the calendar or troubleshooting a plugin.

Remember that introductory prices are lower than renewal rates, so budget for the higher amount after the first year.

Setting Up Your Domain and Hosting

1. Register a domain through Hostinger or any registrar you prefer. Choose something short, easy to spell, and related to your names.

2. Purchase a shared hosting plan (or cloud if you need extra headroom). The signup process usually includes a one‑click WordPress installer.

3. Connect the domain to your hosting account. If you bought the domain from Hostinger, this is automatic; otherwise, update the DNS nameservers to the ones provided by Hostinger.

4. Enable SSL from the hosting dashboard. This will add the “https://” prefix, which Google Calendar requires for embedding.

Building the Wedding Website

WordPress is a solid choice because of its huge plugin ecosystem and easy calendar integration. Follow these steps:

1. Log into your WordPress admin panel (usually yourdomain.com/wp-admin).
2. Install a wedding‑specific theme or a multipurpose theme that includes a built‑in RSVP form and gallery (many free options exist).
3. Install the Google Calendar Embed plugin or use the built‑in “Custom HTML” widget.
4. Create pages for “Our Story,” “Events,” “Registry,” and “Photos.” Add a simple contact form for RSVP.
5. Upload your images to the Media Library and organize them into galleries.

If you prefer a drag‑and‑drop builder, Hostinger’s Website Builder offers pre‑made wedding templates that already include RSVP and registry sections, plus an easy way to paste the calendar embed code.

How to Embed a Google Calendar on Your Wedding Site

Now the core task: embedding the calendar so guests can see ceremony times, rehearsal dinner, and other events.

1. Open Google Calendar and create a new calendar named “Wedding Events.” Add each event (ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, etc.) with correct dates and times.
2. Click the three‑dot menu next to the calendar name, select Settings and sharing, then scroll to the “Integrate calendar” section.
3. Copy the iframe embed code. You can adjust width, height, and default view (week, month) directly in the code.
4. In WordPress, go to the page where you want the calendar, add a “Custom HTML” block, and paste the iframe code. Save and preview.
5. If you’re using the Website Builder, locate the “HTML” widget, drop it onto the page, and paste the same code.

Test the page on desktop and mobile. If the calendar looks cramped, tweak the width/height values or enable responsive CSS (most modern themes handle this automatically).

Final Touches: Speed, Backup, and Launch Checklist

Before you announce the site, run through this quick checklist:

• Performance: Install a caching plugin (e.g., WP Super Cache) and enable Hostinger’s built‑in CDN.
• Security: Verify SSL is active, enable a firewall plugin, and set up daily backups (Hostinger provides automatic backups on most plans).
• Functionality: Submit a test RSVP, click each registry link, and confirm the calendar loads without errors.
• SEO basics: Add a descriptive title tag (“Our Wedding – Date & Details”) and a meta description (use the one above).
• Analytics: Insert a Google Analytics tracking code to monitor visitor counts.

When everything checks out, share the domain with your guests via email, printed invitations, or social media.

FAQ

Can I embed a Google Calendar for free?

Yes. Google Calendar’s embed feature is built into the free service. You only need a Google account and a website that supports HTML iframes.

Do I need a paid hosting plan to embed the calendar?

No, a free hosting service could technically host the calendar embed, but a paid plan like Hostinger’s shared hosting gives you faster load times, SSL, and reliable uptime—important for wedding guests who expect the site to work on the day of the event.

What if I want to change the calendar after the site is live?

Simply edit the events in your Google Calendar account. The changes appear automatically on the embedded calendar—no need to modify the website code again.