Authenticate with your GHL account using an API key or OAuth token and grant KeyNest the required scopes to access Blogs API endpoints such as posts, categories, and authors.
In KeyNest, create a new API connection to the GHL Blogs API, securely store credentials, and select the necessary scopes for posts, authors, and categories.
Relevant endpoints covered in this guide include: GET /blogs/posts, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists, POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/categories, GET /blogs/authors, GET /blogs/authors, GET /blogs/posts, POST /blogs/posts, and GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists.
Trigger: New blog draft created in KeyNest
Action: POST /blogs/posts to publish the new post with title, content, slug, and author_id
POST /blogs/posts
title, content, slug, author_id
Trigger: Blog post updated in KeyNest
Action: PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to save changes
PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
postId, title, content, slug
Trigger: Preparing to publish a new post
Action: GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to check slug availability
GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
slug
No coding required—drag-and-drop automation to create, update, and publish posts.
Faster publishing workflows with consistent data across KeyNest and Blogs API.
Centralized error handling and easier maintenance with a single integration layer.
A quick glossary of terms and processes you’ll encounter when integrating GHL Blogs API with KeyNest.
API stands for Application Programming Interface. It enables two apps to communicate and perform actions like creating or retrieving blog posts.
An API endpoint is a specific URL where an action can be performed, such as POST /blogs/posts to create a post.
A slug is the URL-friendly identifier for a post, usually derived from the title and used in the post URL.
Authentication confirms identity and grants access to API actions, typically via API keys or tokens.
Trigger when a new draft is created in KeyNest, then publish via POST /blogs/posts with title, content, slug, and author.
When a post is updated in KeyNest, push changes to Blogs API using PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to keep content in sync.
Before publishing, check slug availability with GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists and adjust metadata for SEO.
In KeyNest, create a new GHL connection, enter your API credentials, and select scopes for posts, categories, and authors.
Link KeyNest fields like title, content, and slug to Blogs API endpoints such as POST /blogs/posts and GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists.
Run a test post, verify data is synced, and enable automation in production.
Yes. A GHL account with API access is required to connect to the Blogs API. In GHL, generate an API key or use OAuth tokens with the correct scopes. In KeyNest, create a new API connection and grant the required scopes for posts, authors, and categories.
Start with a basic workflow by enabling GET /blogs/posts and GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to confirm access. Then add POST /blogs/posts to publish new content. Gradually enable PUT /blogs/posts/:postId for updates.
Yes. Use PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update an existing post. Ensure you pass the postId and the updated fields. Keep title, content, and slug synchronized between KeyNest and Blogs API.
Use GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to verify slug availability. If the slug exists, modify it or append a unique suffix before publishing to avoid duplicates.
Authentication is typically handled via API keys or OAuth tokens. Keep credentials secure in KeyNest and rotate them periodically. Restrict scopes to only what is needed.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan. Plan bulk operations with retries and backoff, and stagger requests to avoid throttling. Use webhooks where supported to optimize efficiency.
In GHL, go to Settings > API Credentials to create or manage API keys and tokens. Assign the necessary scopes for blog posts, categories, and authors, then paste the credentials into KeyNest’s connection setup.
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