How to Connect Odoo with Google Workspace: Streamline Your Workflow in 3 Easy Steps

Tired of juggling between Odoo and Google Workspace apps like Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts?

If you’re like most business owners or managers, you probably waste precious minutes (or even hours) every day switching between Odoo for business operations and Google Workspace for emails, meetings, and contacts. What if you could bring everything together in one place?

The good news is that integrating Odoo with Google Workspace is simple—no coding skills required! In just three steps, you can sync emails, calendar events, and contacts, eliminating the hassle of manual updates. Let’s dive in.

Why Integrate Odoo with Google Workspace?

Before we get into the how, let’s talk about the why. Here’s what you gain by connecting Odoo with Google Workspace:

✅ Seamless Email Sync – Send and receive Gmail messages directly from Odoo.
✅ Automated Calendar Sync – Schedule meetings in Google Calendar and see them in Odoo (and vice versa).
✅ Contact Management – Keep your Google Contacts updated in Odoo without manual imports.
✅ Time-Saving – No more switching tabs or double entries.

If you’re already using both platforms, this integration is a game-changer for productivity.

Step 1: Install the Google OAuth Module in Odoo

First, you’ll need to enable the Google OAuth authentication module in Odoo.

1. Log in to your Odoo backend as an administrator.
2. Go to Settings → Apps → Search for "Google OAuth".
3. Install the module (if not already installed).

This module allows Odoo to securely connect with Google’s API.

Step 2: Authenticate Your Google Account

Now, you need to link your Google Workspace account to Odoo.

1. Navigate to Settings → General Settings → Integrations.
2. Click on Google Workspace (or Google API).
3. Select "Authorize" and log in with your Google account when prompted.
4. Grant permissions so Odoo can access Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts.

💡 Pro Tip: If you’re using a company account, ensure you have admin rights to authorize the integration.

Step 3: Enable Sync for Emails, Contacts & Calendar

Once authenticated, configure what you want to sync:

A. Syncing Gmail with Odoo

• Go to Odoo’s Email app (or CRM module).
• Click "Link with Gmail" and choose your account.
• Now, emails sent/received in Gmail will appear in Odoo.

B. Syncing Google Calendar with Odoo

• Open Odoo’s Calendar app.
• Click "Sync with Google Calendar".
• Choose whether to sync one-way (Google → Odoo) or two-way.

C. Syncing Google Contacts with Odoo

• Go to Contacts in Odoo.
• Select "Import from Google" and map the fields.

🎉 Done! Now, all your essential Google Workspace tools are connected to Odoo.

Common Troubleshooting Tips

🔹 Permission Errors? Check if your Google account has API access enabled.
🔹 Sync Not Working? Re-authenticate the connection in Odoo settings.
🔹 Duplicate Contacts? Use Odoo’s deduplication tool to clean up.

Final Thoughts: Is This Integration Worth It?

Absolutely! If you hate switching tabs, missing emails, or manually updating calendars, this integration will save you hours every week. Plus, it reduces errors from manual data entry.

Your Turn!

Have you tried connecting Odoo with Google Workspace? How’s it working for you? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear your experience!

Or, if you’re stuck, bookmark this guide and follow the steps again. Happy automating! 🚀