# bCal
**Source**: https://bconnected.berkeley.edu/collaboration-services/google/bcal
**Parent**: https://bconnected.berkeley.edu/services/google-workspace-education
## What is bCal?
bCal is the Berkeley brand for Google Calendar, which is available to anyone with a bConnected Google account.
Learn more about bCal features and functionality: [What can you do with Google Calendar?](https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9302892?hl=en)
## Best Uses for bCal?
bCal is a good solution for:
- Sharing and seeing appointment availability
- Scheduling recurring meetings
- Booking conference rooms or equipment
- Notifying colleagues of vacation schedules
## Review Collaboration Options
Review and compare [available collaboration options](https://technology.berkeley.edu/services/consulting-and-development-email-calendar-and-collaboration-systems-and-data-infrastructure).
## Get Help
Learn: [Google Calendar](http://learn.googleapps.com/products/calendar/#/list)\
Search: [Knowledge Base](https://berkeley.service-now.com/ess/knowledge_home.do)\
[Request support](https://berkeley.service-now.com/ess/create_incident)\
[bConnected@berkeley.edu](mailto:bConnected@berkeley.edu)\
510.664.9000\
[G Suite Status Dashboard](http://www.google.com/appsstatus#hl=en&v=status)
## [bCal Login](http://bcal.berkeley.edu)
## At a Glance
Key benefits:
- Integration with [bMail](https://bconnected.berkeley.edu/collaboration-services/google/bmail)
- Excellent for team calendar management
- Take bCal "on the go" using [mobile app](http://www.google.com/calendar/about/)
- [Deleted events moved to trash](https://support.google.com/calendar/answer/37113?p=trash_email&rd=1#trash)
Specific features:
- Cloud-based hosting
- Approved for UC P3 data (formerly UCB PL1)\*
- Data encrypted in transit and at rest
\*Please visit the [Security website](https://security.berkeley.edu/content/UC-Berkeley-Cloud-Service-Data-Use-Agreement) for detailed information related to acceptable data use in G Suite.
## Training & Support
[Google Workspace Training & Support Resources](https://edu.google.com/training-support/products/)