To enable communication between GHL and the Blogs API, generate an API key or OAuth token from the Blogs API and authorize it within GHL’s app connector. This grants the necessary permissions to read and write blog data.
In GHL, grant Buttondown access to your workspace by following the on-screen prompts, choosing the required scopes, and confirming the connection.
– GET blogs/posts (list posts) – POST blogs/posts (create post) – PUT /blogs/posts/:postId (update post) – GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists (check slug) – GET /blogs/categories (list categories) – GET /blogs/authors (list authors) – GET /blogs/authors (fetch author details) – GET /blogs/post? (read single post by ID or slug) – DELETE /blogs/posts/:postId (delete post) – GET /blogs/categories (retrieve category data)
Trigger: A new blog draft is ready in Buttondown, sending content to Blogs API for publishing.
Actions: Create or update a blog post in the Blogs API; map title, content, slug, and metadata.
POST /blogs/posts
Required fields: title, content, slug, authorId, status
Trigger: Buttondown posts update triggers a fetch from Blogs API to verify current content.
Actions: Get list of posts, check slug existence, and pull metadata for syncing.
GET /blogs/posts
Fields: postId, title, slug, updatedAt
Trigger: Obsolete posts in Buttondown trigger removal in Blogs API.
Actions: Delete blog post by postId; optionally archive or move to a deprecated state.
DELETE /blogs/posts/:postId
Fields: postId
Automate publishing and updates without writing code.
Create cross-platform workflows that sync content between Buttondown and Blogs API.
Use triggers and actions to accelerate content workflows and reduce manual steps.
This glossary explains core terms used in the GHL and Blogs API integration, including endpoints, slug handling, and post metadata.
The GHL API enables apps to connect, read, and write data in your GHL workspace to automate tasks and workflows.
An article or entry published on a blog, typically with a title, body content, and metadata.
A specific URL path that performs an action in an API.
A URL-friendly version of a post title used for routing and SEO.
Automatically publish new Buttondown content to your blog via the Blogs API, keeping both platforms in sync with minimal effort.
Aggregate posts from Blogs API and deliver weekly Buttondown digests to subscribers.
Sync post status and metadata between Buttondown and Blogs API to keep content fresh across channels.
In GHL, authenticate the Blogs API and authorize Buttondown to access your blogs data.
Connect the required endpoints: posts, categories, authors, and slug checks to Buttondown triggers.
Run tests, verify data flow, and enable automation in production.
No-code automation is the primary goal of this integration. The Blogs API connection lets you automate content publishing and management between Buttondown and your blog without writing custom code. You can set up triggers to push new Buttondown drafts to Blogs API and keep both platforms in sync. Additionally, you can configure checks for slug existence to prevent duplicates. If you run into permissions or token errors, re-authenticate the connection and verify that the correct scopes (read/write) are granted on both sides.
No extensive coding is required. The GHL app connector handles the authentication and endpoint mapping for you. You simply select the needed endpoints and map fields like title, content, and slug in the UI. For advanced scenarios, you can still add lightweight automation rules, but most use cases are achievable through the no-code setup.
Essential endpoints include: create/update posts (POST /blogs/posts), read posts (GET /blogs/posts), check slug (GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists), and delete post (DELETE /blogs/posts/:postId). If you need metadata, also map authors (GET /blogs/authors) and categories (GET /blogs/categories). This combination covers basic publishing workflows and post management.
Yes. You can schedule posts by creating a workflow that triggers at a specified time to create or update a post via POST /blogs/posts or PUT /blogs/posts/:postId. You can also assemble digest-style newsletters that pull content on a schedule and push them through Buttondown. Ensure your time zones and scheduling policies are correctly configured in both platforms.
Security is maintained through token-based authentication and scoped permissions. Use least-privilege access and rotate API keys regularly. Enable logging and monitor for unusual activity. If you suspect a leak, revoke tokens and re-authenticate.
Common issues include expired tokens, missing scopes, and field mapping mismatches. Re-authenticate, verify scopes, and confirm that required fields are correctly mapped (title, content, slug). Check error messages in the integration logs for specifics and re-test.
Logs and error details can be viewed in the GHL app connector under the connected Blogs API flow. You can inspect request/response payloads, see failed endpoints, and adjust mappings accordingly. For persistent issues, contact support with your log excerpts.
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