How to connect Rankr to the Blogs API

Blogs API x Rankr: integrated connectivity for content automation

A simple, no-code approach to linking Blogs API with Rankr

This guide walks you through authenticating, selecting the right endpoints, and automating blog publishing and email workflows between GHL’s Blogs API and Rankr.

GHL API authentication for Blogs API

Securely authorize requests using API keys and OAuth-style flows to ensure data stays private and synchronized between GHL and Rankr.

Rankr app authentication

Manage Rankr credentials, rotate tokens regularly, and apply least-privilege permissions to minimize risk.

Core endpoints for connecting GHL with Rankr

Emails endpoints: GET emails/builder; POST emails/builder; POST /emails/builder/data; DELETE /emails/builder/:locationId/:templateId; emails/schedule.readonly; GET emails/schedule. Blog endpoints: GET blogs/posts; POST /blogs/posts; PUT /blogs/posts/:postId; GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists; GET /blogs/categories; GET /blogs/authors; GET /blogs/post-update.write; GET /blogs/posts

Top 3 integration patterns for Blogs API and Rankr

1) Auto-publish new Rankr posts to GHL

Trigger: when a new blog draft is finalized in Rankr, automatically create a post in GHL via POST /blogs/posts and trigger emails via the emails endpoints if needed.

Actions: sync title, slug, and content; publish to GHL; notify teams via emails/builder.

Key methods: POST /blogs/posts to create, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update, and GET /blogs/posts to list.

Fields: postId, title, slug, content, author, status.

Top 3 integration patterns for Blogs API and Rankr

2) Update existing posts from Rankr

Trigger: updated Rankr post data triggers a PUT /blogs/posts/:postId in GHL to reflect changes.

Actions: propagate edits to title, content, slug; update SEO metadata; keep email templates in sync.

Key methods: PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/posts, GET /blogs/post-update.write.

Fields: postId, title, content, slug, category, tags.

Top 3 integration patterns for Blogs API and Rankr

3) Schedule and distribute posts

Trigger: Rankr schedule data schedules when to publish, using blogs/schedule.readonly and emails scheduling.

Actions: publish posts via POST /blogs/posts, then trigger email reminders with GET/POST emails/builder endpoints.

Methods: POST /blogs/posts, GET /blogs/posts, POST /emails/builder/data to set up notifications.

Fields: publishDate, postId, locale, status.

No-code benefits of connecting Blogs API with Rankr

Build powerful automation without writing a single line of code.

Keep content consistent across platforms with synchronized data flows.

Speed up time-to-value using ready-made endpoints and triggers.

Glossary and key terms

Key elements include endpoints, authentication, triggers, actions, and data mapping that make connecting GHL with Rankr intuitive.

GHL API

GHL API is the gateway to programmatic access for your GHL resources and automation.

Endpoint

An API endpoint is a specific URL that performs a defined action in the system.

Webhook

An event-driven HTTP callback used to notify your app about changes.

Slug

A URL-friendly string used to identify a blog post.

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3 Creative ideas for connecting Blogs API with Rankr

Idea 1: Auto-suggested blog topics

Pull insights from Rankr to generate relevant topics and automatically publish new posts.

Idea 2: Collaborative editorial workflow

Coordinate drafts between Rankr and GHL, with approvals and version history.

Idea 3: Automated performance reporting

Generate engagement metrics and post updates to stakeholders automatically.

3 Steps to Connect Blogs API with Rankr

Step 1: Gather API credentials

Collect your GHL API key and Rankr credentials, then test with a quick call.

Step 2: Configure endpoints

Set up endpoints like GET /blogs/posts, POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, and the emails endpoints as needed.

Step 3: Map fields and validate

Map post fields (title, slug, content, author) and validate data flows end-to-end.

FAQs

Do I need coding to connect GHL with Rankr?

No-code integration is possible with the right connectors and endpoints. Basic familiarity with API concepts helps, but you can accomplish most tasks with point-and-click setups. Rankr provides templates to simplify authentication and data mapping. With the Blogs API endpoints, you can automate publishing, updating, and distributing blog content without writing code.

Essential endpoints for publishing include GET /blogs/posts to fetch drafts, POST /blogs/posts to create, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update, and GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to ensure unique slugs. Use emails endpoints if you want post-notification workflows.

Authentication typically uses API keys or OAuth tokens. Keep credentials secure, rotate keys regularly, and apply least-privilege permissions. Rankr can store and renew tokens, while GHL validates requests on each call.

Yes. Scheduling can be achieved through the blogs/schedule endpoints and by leveraging Rankr’s scheduling features to trigger publishing at specific times.

Updates flow from Rankr to GHL can be configured with PUT /blogs/posts/:postId. This keeps post content and SEO data synchronized across systems.

Required fields typically include title, content, slug, and postId for updates. Other optional fields include author, categories, and tags.

Consult the API docs, developer resources, and step-by-step templates in Rankr’s dashboard for deeper guidance and best practices.

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