To connect, enable secure authentication for the Blogs API. Use API keys and OAuth scopes to grant the Zapier App Connector access to create, read, and update blog posts, categories, and authors.
Authorize Housecall Pro to work with Blogs API resources by linking your GHL credentials and selecting the Blogs API scope. Once approved, map fields between the two systems to start syncing content.
GET emails/builder POST emails/builder POST /emails/builder/data DELETE /emails/builder/:locationId/:templateId GET emails/schedule GET blogs/post.write POST /blogs/posts PUT /blogs/posts/:postId GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists GET /blogs/categories GET /blogs/authors
When a trigger occurs in Housecall Pro (for example, a completed job), automatically create a new blog post in Blogs API.
Actions include POST /blogs/posts to publish, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update, and GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to ensure a unique slug.
Use POST /blogs/posts for creation; GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to validate; PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update.
Required fields: title, content, excerpt, author, categories, and slug (auto-generated if not provided).
Trigger updates when an email template is changed or scheduled, then push changes to a corresponding blog post.
Actions include GET emails/builder to fetch templates, POST emails/builder to create or update, and POST /emails/builder/data to attach blog content; optionally update blog via PUT /blogs/posts/:postId.
Combine GET emails/builder with POST/PUT on blogs as needed to keep content in sync.
Fields: templateName, subject, body content, linked blogPostSlug, and content blocks.
Whenever a new blog post is created, ensure the categories and authors are synchronized with Blogs API.
Actions include GET /blogs/categories and GET /blogs/authors to fetch taxonomy; POST or update as needed in Blogs API.
Use GET endpoints to fetch and POST endpoints to update taxonomy mappings.
Fields: category names, author IDs, and associated slug keys.
Automate content workflows without writing code, saving time and reducing manual errors.
Centralize content management with real-time sync between Housecall Pro and Blogs API for accurate publishing.
Improve SEO and engagement by scheduling timely posts and keeping taxonomy aligned.
This glossary explains terms and processes used in connecting the GHL Blogs API to Housecall Pro, and how the endpoints interact to enable automation.
Application Programming Interface; a defined interface that lets Housecall Pro, Blogs API, and apps communicate.
A sequence of automated steps that occur in response to an event.
A specific URL path in an API that performs a function (e.g., POST /blogs/posts).
A URL-friendly identifier used in blog post URLs.
Trigger a blog post creation via POST /blogs/posts whenever a key Housecall Pro event occurs, with metadata mapped to title, excerpt, and slug.
Use blog post draft content, then publish after approvals; leverage SEO-friendly slug generation.
Link email templates to blog content so that scheduled emails trigger blog post updates or publication at set times.
Create an API key in the GHL account for Blogs API and set the required scope; note the client ID and secret if using OAuth.
In Housecall Pro, authorize the Zapier App Connector to access Blogs API resources, selecting read/write scopes for posts, categories, and authors.
Map blog fields (title, content, slug) to Housecall Pro data points, then run a test to confirm creation and updates.
No coding is required to connect Blogs API with Housecall Pro. Use the connector to map fields and configure triggers, actions, and tests. If you prefer a guided setup, use templates and sample mappings to speed up the process.
For a basic sync, you typically use GET /blogs/posts to retrieve posts, POST /blogs/posts to create posts, and GET /blogs/categories and GET /blogs/authors to populate taxonomies. You can also use POST /blogs/posts with content blocks, and POST /emails/builder to align email content.
Slug existence can be checked with GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists; if the slug exists, generate a new one or append a suffix. This helps prevent duplicate URLs when automating posts.
Yes. You can update a blog post via PUT /blogs/posts/:postId after publishing, or adjust the excerpt and content via the emails/builder data flow. Make sure to re-publish or update the slug if the title changes.
Sync frequency can be near real-time or scheduled, depending on your workflow. Webhooks can trigger updates, while scheduled checks ensure timely content. In Zapier, set a schedule or trigger to govern the cadence.
If an endpoint returns an error, check authentication, scopes, and parameter mappings. Review rate limits and retry with exponential backoff. Logs in the App Connector will help identify which step failed and what data was sent.
To test the connection, run a small test post creation and verify in Blogs API that the post exists with the expected title and slug. Use the test feature in the connector and review results before enabling production sync.
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