WebCalendar made it easier for me to track my schedule

When you're tired of using Google Calendar ...

Features By Bryan M Wolfe published 5 May 2026

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In my quest to create an online calendar with the flexibility I desired, I explored several services, including Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook Calendar, and Apple Calendar. While each has its advantages, I found them less flexible than I needed. That’s when I discovered WebCalendar, a PHP-based open-source calendar application assisting individuals, groups, and businesses manage their events and schedules for years. Its flexibility allows for various features, ranging from basic event tracking and reminders to more advanced functionalities such as user permissions, resource booking, and integration with other apps.

As a Hostinger web-hosting client, I was happy to see that WebCalendar supports easy installation and operation. It’s become my go-to service for keeping track of my schedule (no matter the device), personally and professionally. Here’s a look at the service, how it integrates with Hostinger (and similar web hosting services), and more.

What is WebCalendar?

With WebCalendar, you can build customizable calendar apps. Its flexibility allows for many features, from basic event tracking and reminders to more advanced functionalities like user permissions, resource booking, and integration with other apps. Because it's a self-hosted solution, you have complete control over your data and its privacy. When it comes to hosting WebCalendar, many providers that support PHP and MySQL databases will work seamlessly.

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What is Hostinger?

Hostinger is a web hosting company that was founded in 2004 in Lithuania. It started as Hosting Media before rebranding to Hostinger in 2011. The company provides various hosting services, including shared hosting, cloud hosting, VPS hosting, managed WordPress hosting, and email hosting.

Hostinger has grown significantly over the years, serving millions of customers worldwide. It offers an AI-powered website builder, making it easier for users to create and manage their websites. The company is known for its affordable pricing, fast hosting technology, and user-friendly management tools.

Creating a WebCalendar through Hostinger

To create a WebCalendar app using Hostinger, you will generally need to follow these steps, although the exact process may vary slightly depending on updates to Hostinger's control panel (hPanel).

Before you begin, ensure that your hosting plan supports PHP and MySQL. Most plans do, but it's essential to double-check this.

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