Authenticate with a GHL API key that has the scope emails/builder.readonly to securely access blog endpoints from ActiveDEMAND.
ActiveDEMAND uses OAuth2 or API tokens to authorize requests to the Blogs API. Provide credentials securely and ensure the token has the required scopes.
– GET emails/builder – POST emails/builder – POST /emails/builder/data – DELETE /emails/builder/:locationId/:templateId – GET emails/schedule – POST /blogs/posts – PUT /blogs/posts/:postId – GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists – GET /blogs/categories – GET /blogs/authors – GET /blogs/posts – GET /blogs/check-slug.readonly
Trigger: when a new blog is drafted in ActiveDEMAND, push to Blogs API to publish.
Actions: create post, update post, schedule publish
POST /blogs/posts
title, content, slug, authorId, categoryId, publishedAt
Trigger: when an email template is updated in ActiveDEMAND, synchronize with Blogs API emails/builder
Actions: read builder, write builder, insert/update templates
GET emails/builder
templateId, location, content, subject
Trigger: before publishing a blog, check for slug existence to avoid duplicates
Actions: check slug, create slug if needed, validate title
GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
title, slug, author, category
Automate blog publishing and updates without writing code
Keep blog data in sync with campaigns and emails for consistent messaging
Faster go-to-market with reliable data mapping between systems
Key elements include endpoints, authentication, triggers, actions, and data mapping between Blogs API and ActiveDEMAND.
The set of endpoints provided by GHL to manage emails, blog content, and related resources via API.
A surface of GHL endpoints focused on blog posts, categories, and authors.
A URL-friendly string used to identify a blog post within the site.
A specific URL path in an API used to perform a defined action.
When a new blog post is created in Blogs API, automatically generate a short newsletter summary in ActiveDEMAND and push as a campaign draft.
Suggest SEO-friendly slugs based on title and category, leveraging data in both systems.
Sync author and category metadata between GHL and ActiveDEMAND for consistent taxonomy.
Obtain a GHL API key with the required scope and map blog fields (title, content, slug, author, category) to ActiveDEMAND fields.
Run test requests to validate endpoints like GET emails/builder and POST /blogs/posts, then verify data sync.
Switch to live integration, monitor for errors, and set up alerts for failures.
Authentication with the Blogs API requires a GHL API key with the appropriate scope (emails/builder.readonly). This key authorizes calls to endpoints that manage blog content and emails. Ensure your key is kept secure and rotated regularly. In ActiveDEMAND, configure the connection to pass this key on each request, typically as a header. Once authenticated, you can begin mapping fields between ActiveDEMAND and the Blogs API so data flows correctly.
To publish a blog post, you primarily need the create post endpoint (POST /blogs/posts). You will supply the post title, content, slug, author, and category. After creation, you can use update endpoints (PUT /blogs/posts/:postId) to adjust content or scheduling (publishedAt). Maintaining a predictable slug is essential to avoid duplicates. Test each endpoint in a staging environment before going live.
Slug existence can be checked with the slug-check endpoint (GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists). This helps prevent duplicate posts and ensures consistency across platforms. If a slug already exists, you can propose an alternative slug or modify the title to generate a unique slug. Automating this check reduces publish-time errors.
Yes. The Blogs API exposes endpoints to read categories and authors (GET /blogs/categories and GET /blogs/authors). Use these to populate dropdowns or to map taxonomy in ActiveDEMAND. Keeping taxonomy aligned across systems reduces confusion and keeps publishing workflows clean.
No-code integration is possible by leveraging the GHL connector within ActiveDEMAND. You can authenticate, map fields, and configure triggers and actions without writing custom code. For advanced needs, you can extend the flow with simple automation rules or a Zapier App Connector to orchestrate events between systems.
Data mapping involves linking blog fields from Blogs API (title, content, slug, author, category, publishedAt) to corresponding fields in ActiveDEMAND (post title, body, slug, author name, category name, publish date). Maintain consistent data types and formats, especially for dates and IDs, to ensure reliable synchronization.
Monitoring includes checking API response status codes, reviewing error logs, and setting up alerts for failures. Use the endpoint health checks and common error messages provided by GHL and ActiveDEMAND integrations. Regularly test connections after credential rotations or endpoint changes to prevent downtime.
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