This scam is known as "calendar phishing". It's important to emphasize not to click on any links or press anything within the calendar invite.


To prevent this from happening again, follow these steps:


In Google Calendar:

  • Click the gear icon 
  • Click Settings


  • Scroll to Event Settings

  • Under "Add invitations to my calendar" select either "Only if the sender is known" or "When I respond to the invitation in email"