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# macOS

> Instructions for setting up Davnode Calendar and Contact synchronization on your Mac.

# Syncing with macOS

This guide explains how to configure the native macOS Calendar and Contacts apps to sync with Davnode.

## Server Settings

Please have your Davnode email and password ready. You will need the following server details:

| Service                | Server             | Port  | Encryption |
| :--------------------- | :----------------- | :---- | :--------- |
| **CalDAV** (Calendar)  | `mail.davnode.com` | `443` | SSL/HTTPS  |
| **CardDAV** (Contacts) | `mail.davnode.com` | `443` | SSL/HTTPS  |

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<Note>
  We recommend to always use an **app password** for connecting calendars and
  contacts.
</Note>

## 1. Add Calendar Account

To sync your Davnode calendars with the macOS Calendar app:

1. Open **System Settings** (or *System Preferences* on older macOS versions).
2. Click on **Internet Accounts**.
3. Click the **Add Account** button.
4. Select **Add Other Account...** (usually at the bottom of the list).
5. Choose **CalDAV Account**.
6. Set the "Account Type" to **Manual**.
7. Enter the following details:
   * **User Name:** Your full Davnode email address.
   * **Password:** Your Davnode password.
   * **Server Address:** `mail.davnode.com`
8. Click **Sign In**.
9. Ensure the **Calendars** checkbox is selected (and **Reminders** if desired).
10. Click **Done**.

## 2. Add Contacts Account

To sync your Davnode address book with the macOS Contacts app:

1. Return to **System Settings** > **Internet Accounts**.
2. Click **Add Account** > **Add Other Account...**
3. Choose **CardDAV Account**.
4. Set the "Account Type" to **Manual**.
5. Enter the following details:
   * **User Name:** Your full Davnode email address.
   * **Password:** Your Davnode password.
   * **Server Address:** `mail.davnode.com`
6. Click **Sign In**.
7. Ensure the **Contacts** checkbox is selected.
8. Click **Done**.

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## Troubleshooting

### "Unable to Verify Account Name or Password"

If macOS cannot connect immediately:

1. Ensure the **Account Type** is set to **Manual**, not Automatic.
2. If prompted for specific paths or advanced server settings:
   * **Port:** `443`
   * **Use SSL:** Checked/Enabled

### Calendars Not Updating

If the account is added but events are missing:

1. Open the **Calendar** app.
2. Press `Cmd + R` to force a refresh.
3. In the menu bar, go to **View** > **Refresh Calendars**.