Begin by obtaining an access token from the Blogs API using OAuth 2.0 client credentials, then store the token securely in GHL.
Connect Certileads as a connected app in GHL by providing the client ID and secret, selecting the necessary scopes (emails/builder.readonly in this setup), and testing the connection.
– GET /blogs/posts (read posts) – POST /blogs/posts (create post) – PUT /blogs/posts/:postId (update post) – GET /blogs/categories (list categories) – GET /blogs/authors (list authors) – GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists (check slug existence) – POST /blogs/post/update (update post status) – POST /webhooks/certileads (receive event webhooks)
Trigger: when a new Certileads client is added, initiate a token exchange to securely authorize API calls.
Actions: request access token, securely store it in GHL, refresh automatically before expiry.
POST /oauth/token
client_id, client_secret, scope
Trigger: user provides API key in secure vault.
Actions: validate key, attach to connection, test a read/write call.
GET /blogs/posts
x-api-key, app_id
Trigger: Certileads sends webhook on new post draft or status change.
Actions: verify signature, process payload, trigger publish actions.
POST /webhooks/certileads
webhook_signature, secret
Publish Certileads campaign assets directly as blog posts without leaving GHL.
Sync post status, analytics, and engagement metrics back to Certileads dashboards in real-time.
Schedule and automate publishing with built‑in GHL workflows.
This section explains core terms and processes involved in connecting Certileads with the Blogs API via GHL, including authentication, endpoints, and data mapping.
An interface that enables software to interact with Blogs data programmatically.
Authorization framework used to obtain access tokens for secured API calls.
A URL-friendly identifier for blog posts used in clean, readable URLs and slug checks.
A mechanism to receive real-time notifications from the Blogs API or Certileads.
Create a workflow that converts Certileads campaign data into draft blog posts via the Blogs API and schedules publishing.
Use webhooks to publish or update posts as Certileads campaigns progress.
Templates that auto-fill with Certileads content and optimize for search engines, improving visibility.
Set up OAuth 2.0 client credentials or API key method, then test the token exchange.
Map Certileads fields to blog post fields, set permissions, and test read/write calls.
Run a test publish and monitor results in the GHL dashboards and Certileads analytics.
You don’t need to be a developer, but a basic familiarity with API concepts helps. Start with the guided connectors in GHL and refer to the Blogs API docs for endpoint behavior. Most setups can be completed using built‑in fields and token management in the GHL UI. If you’re new to API work, consider starting with API key authentication as a low‑friction option. If you run into issues, use the test endpoints in a sandbox and verify token scopes, permissions, and network access to ensure smooth operation.
For long‑lived integrations, OAuth 2.0 with client credentials is robust and secure, especially when multiple users share access. If you prefer simplicity and vendor control, API key authentication in headers can be sufficient for read/write operations with careful key management. Always align your choice with your security requirements, rotation policies, and the level of user collaboration in GHL.
Yes. You can automate publishing by combining Certileads campaigns with the Blogs API’s post endpoints. Use webhooks or scheduled triggers in GHL to push drafts to the Blogs API and update statuses automatically as posts publish. Monitoring dashboards in GHL will show publish results, completion times, and engagement metrics to confirm automation works as intended.
The core endpoints include: GET /blogs/posts to read posts, POST /blogs/posts to create posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update posts, GET /blogs/categories for categories, GET /blogs/authors for authors, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to check slugs, and GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists for slug validation. Webhook endpoints such as POST /webhooks/certileads enable event-driven updates. This set covers content creation, organization, and synchronization flows between Certileads and your blog platform.
Slug existence checks help prevent duplicate URLs. Use GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists with the slug you plan to publish. If it exists, you can generate an alternative slug or update the existing post. This step ensures clean URLs and SEO stability.
Common errors include invalid tokens, insufficient scopes, and network timeouts. Implement token refresh logic, verify that the connected app has the required permissions, and set retry policies with exponential backoff. Use webhook payload validation to prevent processing invalid data.
Endpoint examples are listed in the ENDPOINTLIST section and in the Blogs API documentation. In GHL, you can also inspect real-time requests and responses in the API logs for debugging. If you need more samples, consult the official API reference and the integration templates in the Apps marketplace.
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