To begin, generate or retrieve your GHL API key for the Blogs API and configure it in your GHL account to authorize requests from Zapier.
In Zapier, create a connection for the Blogs API using the API key method supported by the service and test the connection to confirm access.
Endpoints include: POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists, GET /blogs/categories, GET /blogs/authors, GET /blogs/posts, GET /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/categories/:id, POST /blogs/posts (draft), GET /blogs/posts (list by author).
Trigger: New blog draft is ready in Blogs API.
Actions: Publish post, assign slug, notify channels.
Method Path: POST /blogs/posts
Key fields: title, content, slug, categoryId, authorId
Trigger: Post update in Blogs API.
Actions: Update title, content, metadata; re-publish if needed.
Method Path: PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
Key fields: postId, title, content, slug, status
Trigger: Prepare new post and verify slug availability.
Actions: Validate slug exists; create or update to a unique slug.
Method Path: GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
Key fields: urlSlug
Automate publishing workflows without writing code.
Create cross-platform content workflows that push posts to CMS, blogs, and social channels.
Easily manage SEO fields, categories, and authors from a single interface.
This glossary clarifies the elements and processes used when connecting Blogs API with the Zapier App Connector.
Application Programming Interface: a set of endpoints and rules that let two apps communicate and exchange data.
OAuth 2.0 is an authorization framework that enables secure token-based access between apps on behalf of a user.
Slug is the URL-friendly string used to identify a blog post in its URL.
Endpoint is a specific URL path in an API that executes an operation.
Trigger a publish workflow when a draft is approved in Blogs API.
Post to social channels and blogs automatically when a post goes live.
Automatically tune slug and metadata using API-driven signals.
Obtain your Blogs API key from the GHL account and save securely.
Add triggers and actions using the endpoint list to map data fields.
Run tests to confirm data flow, then switch to live mode.
Yes. Authentication is required to securely access the Blogs API via Zapier App Connector. Start by generating or retrieving your GHL API key for the Blogs API and add it to the Zapier connection settings. This creates a trusted bridge between both apps. If your organization uses OAuth, follow the standard OAuth flow to grant Zapier the necessary scopes and re-authenticate periodically to maintain access.
The best endpoints for content automation are POST /blogs/posts for creating content, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId for updates, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to avoid duplicates, and GET /blogs/categories / GET /blogs/authors to enrich posts with metadata. Combine these endpoints in Zaps to automate drafting, publishing, tagging, and author assignments without writing code.
Yes. Use GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to verify slug availability before creating or updating a post. If the slug already exists, you can generate a unique slug or adjust the title. This helps prevent duplicate content and broken links. Keep slug generation logic consistent across your workflows.
No heavy coding is required. The Zapier App Connector provides a no-code interface to map fields between Blogs API and your tools. You only need to define triggers, actions, and the data fields to transfer. For complex transformations, light scripting in Zapier is optional but not required.
Rate limits are typically documented by the API provider. In Zapier, spread requests over time with multi-step Zaps and use built-in delays if needed. If you hit a limit, implement backoff logic or batching where possible, and monitor usage via Zapier task history and API dashboards.
Yes. You can connect multiple blogs or sources by creating separate connections in Zapier for each Blogs API account or by routing different zaps to distinct endpoints. Just ensure you manage credentials securely and apply consistent data mapping across connections.
Security is maintained through API keys or OAuth, encrypted connections, and least-privilege access. Rotate credentials regularly, use webhooks securely, and audit connections. Ensure user data privacy by following your organization’s data governance policies and the API’s security guidelines.
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