Rainlendar Lite 2.23

Rainlendar Lite: Lightweight Desktop Calendar for Windows, Mac and Linux

Rainlendar Lite is a free, cross-platform desktop calendar that focuses on simplicity, customization and low resource usage. The app (current stable release 2.23.0) runs on Windows (32/64-bit), macOS and many Linux distributions, and stores events in standard iCalendar (*.ics) format so you can move data between apps and devices with ease.

Main Features and Capabilities

• Events and Tasks: Separate event and task lists with optional display inside calendar windows for a clear view of upcoming items.
• Alarms and Reminders: Multiple alarms per event, snooze support and configurable reminders to avoid missed deadlines.
• Skins and Customization: Wide skin support, mix-and-match windows and layout variables let you tailor the look and behavior to your desktop.
• Multi-window Support: Show multiple calendar and list windows (month, year, task lists) simultaneously to track different time ranges or calendars.
• Standard Data Format: Uses iCalendar (RFC2445) for storing events and tasks, enabling easy import/export with other calendar apps.
• Multiplatform Builds and Downloads: Official installers for Windows (32/64-bit), macOS and Debian/Ubuntu packages plus generic Linux archives available from the developer site.
• Backups and Reliability: Automatic daily backups plus manual backup options to protect event and setting data.
• Scripting and Extensions: Lua scripting for behavior extensions and skin enhancements; widget add-ons (photo frame, countdown, weather, RSS) extend functionality.
• Printing and Export: Print events/tasks as lists or calendar layouts; Lite supports iCalendar export while some advanced export/import options are limited to Pro.
• Localization: Translated into over 50 languages and supports entering events in any language.
• Quick Add and Templates: Quick-add single-line event creation and customizable editor templates to speed up repetitive entries.

Download, Pricing and Pro Upgrade

Rainlendar Lite is free to download and use. Official downloads for the latest 2.23.0 release are provided as platform-specific installers and generic archives. Rainlendar Pro is available as a paid upgrade (one-time license around 9.95 EUR) and adds features such as direct synchronization with Google Calendar/Tasks, Office 365/Outlook.com, CalDAV, network shared calendars and CSV import/export. Pro users can also sync with third-party services like Remember The Milk and Toodledo.

Benefits for Users

• Low system impact: Lightweight design keeps CPU and memory usage minimal, suitable for older hardware and always-on desktops.
• Flexible look and workflow: Extensive skinning, multiple windows and templates let users build a calendar workspace that fits their workflow.
• Interoperability: iCalendar support and platform parity make it easy to migrate or keep multiple installations in sync (with Pro for online calendars).
• Extensible: Lua scripts and community add-ons unlock automation and advanced display options beyond the default feature set.

Limitations and Considerations

• Sync and third-party integrations: Seamless online synchronization (Google Calendar, CalDAV, Office 365, etc.) is available only in Rainlendar Pro.
• Advanced import/export: CSV import/export and some service-specific integrations require the Pro license.
• Learning skin variables and scripting: Deep customization often involves editing skin variables or Lua scripts, which has a learning curve for non-technical users.
• User interface: Focused on function over flashy modern UI — users expecting a mobile-style or cloud-first calendar may find it more utilitarian.

Rainlendar Lite is well suited for users who want a reliable, lightweight desktop calendar with strong customization, local reliability and the option to upgrade for cloud sync. Official installers and checksums for each platform are available from the Rainlendar download page, and Pro unlocks direct syncing and expanded import/export capabilities for users who need online calendar integration.