The Blogs API uses standard OAuth 2.0 with appropriate scopes or API keys. Configure access in your GHL developer settings and ensure the necessary read/write permissions are granted for blog content.
In Zapier, set up a secure connection using OAuth 2.0 or API keys for the Zapier App Connector to securely access the Blogs API. Test the connection and manage credentials within Zapier.
– blogs/post.write (Create or update blog posts) – POST /blogs/posts (Create a new post) – blogs/post-update.write (Update existing posts) – PUT /blogs/posts/:postId (Update a post by ID) – blogs/check-slug.readonly (Check if a slug exists) – GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists (Slug existence check) – blogs/category.readonly (Read blog categories) – GET /blogs/categories (List all categories) – blogs/author.readonly (Read authors) – GET /blogs/authors (List authors)
Trigger: When a new blog post is created in Blogs API or a draft is submitted via an external form, push the content into the Blogs API for publication.
Actions: Create post (POST /blogs/posts), map title, content, category, author, and slug; optionally publish immediately.
POST /blogs/posts
title, content, category, author, slug, published_at
Trigger: External data source indicates an update to an existing post.
Actions: Update post (PUT /blogs/posts/:postId), adjust fields like title, content, category, and slug as needed.
PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
postId, title, content, category, slug
Trigger: A slug is prepared for a new post and must be validated for uniqueness.
Actions: Check slug (GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists); create or update post accordingly; handle conflicts gracefully.
GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
slug
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Definitions and processes to help you design efficient automation between Blogs API and the Zapier App Connector.
The application programming interface that exposes resources like posts, categories, and authors for integration with external apps.
A specific path and HTTP method combination used to perform an action on a resource, such as creating or retrieving a blog post.
The Zapier app that connects GHL APIs to automations, enabling triggers, actions, and workflows without custom code.
A URL-friendly identifier for a blog post used to generate shareable links; slug existence checks prevent duplicates.
Trigger when a post is published in Blogs API and push a short summary to Twitter, LinkedIn, or other social platforms via Zapier.
When a form submission hits your hub, create a draft in Blogs API and route for review before publishing.
On post updates in Blogs API, propagate changes to a CMS or email newsletter feed to keep channels in sync.
Set up OAuth 2.0 or API key credentials in the Zapier App Connector and authorize access to the Blogs API.
Pick triggers like New Blog Post or Post Updated and actions like Create Post or Update Post, then map fields.
Run tests, review field mappings, and deploy the Zap to automate your blog workflow.
The Blogs API supports OAuth 2.0 or API key authentication, depending on how your org configured access. In Zapier App Connector, configure a secure connection and select the required scopes to read and write blog data. If your API uses OAuth, ensure the redirect URLs are whitelisted in your OAuth provider and that token refresh is managed automatically by Zapier.
Essential endpoints for basic publishing automation include: POST /blogs/posts to create, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to check slug, GET /blogs/categories to populate categories, and GET /blogs/authors to populate author options. These endpoints support common workflows like drafts, updates, and categorization.
Yes. Use the slug existence check (GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists) before creating a post to avoid duplicates. You can also implement conditional logic in Zapier to retry with a different slug or to alert when a slug already exists.
No-code automation is possible with the Zapier App Connector. You can set up triggers and actions through the UI. Some advanced scenarios may benefit from minimal scripting in a custom app or using built-in formatter steps, but most workflows can be accomplished without code.
Manage credentials in Zapier’s connection settings. Use OAuth 2.0 or API keys and apply least-privilege scopes. Rotate keys regularly and monitor access via your identity provider.
Docs are available on the Blogs API developer portal and the Zapier Platform documentation. Look for authentication guides, endpoint references, and sample zaps. The endpoint reference covers create, update, slug checks, and related operations.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan. To minimize polling, use webhooks or poll only on changes. In Zapier, batch requests and scheduling can help stay within limits while keeping data timely.
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