To authorize the Blogs API with naturalForms, generate an API key in GHL and store it securely in your app. Use token based authentication for all requests to the blogs endpoints.
In naturalForms, enter your GHL API credentials and configure the connection so all calls to the Blogs API are authenticated and logged.
GET emails/builder; emails/builder.write (POST); POST /emails/builder; POST /emails/builder/data; DELETE /emails/builder/:locationId/:templateId; emails/schedule.readonly; GET emails/schedule; blogs/post.write; POST /blogs/posts; blogs/post-update.write; PUT /blogs/posts/:postId; blogs/check-slug.readonly; GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists; blogs/category.readonly; GET /blogs/categories; blogs/author.readonly; GET /blogs/authors
Trigger: when a post is created or updated in naturalForms to push to Blogs API
Actions: GET /blogs/posts, POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to sync state
Method path: GET /blogs/posts
Key fields: postId, slug, title, status, publishDate
Trigger: new or updated post triggers email digests
Actions: use GET emails/builder, compose and send emails via blogs data to subscribers
Method path: GET /emails/builder
Key fields: locationId, templateId, recipient, payload
Trigger: schedule triggers publish via Blogs API
Actions: queue post via PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to scheduled publish
Method path: PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
Key fields: postId, scheduledTime
Automate publishing and updates without writing code.
Streamline data flow between Blogs API and naturalForms.
Create responsive marketing workflows using triggers and actions.
Overview of elements and processes: authentication, endpoints, data mapping, rate limits, and error handling.
Application Programming Interface: a documented interface that enables software components to communicate.
A specific URL in an API that performs an operation like retrieving or updating data.
A blog article or entry within a CMS.
A URL-friendly version of a post title used in the path.
When a form is submitted in naturalForms, call POST /blogs/posts to create a new post in your blog, with title and excerpt populated.
Fetch latest posts via GET /blogs/posts and push key metrics to naturalForms dashboards to monitor performance.
Trigger emails via GET /emails/builder and POST /emails/builder/data when new posts are published.
Obtain API keys from GHL and add them securely to naturalForms.
Test endpoints such as GET /blogs/posts and GET /emails/builder to verify access.
Create workflows in naturalForms that trigger on events and push content via the Blogs API.
The Blogs API provides endpoints to create, read, update, and delete blog content. It also supports sending blog-related emails and scheduling posts. When used with naturalForms, you can trigger actions based on form submissions and automate content workflows. The integration uses standard REST calls against the endpoints listed above. The goal is to empower content teams to publish consistently without switching apps.
Store API keys securely using environment variables and rotate them regularly. Where possible prefer server-to-server authentication and avoid embedding keys in client-side code. Use OAuth or token-based authentication and enable audit logs. Consider IP restrictions to prevent unauthorized access and monitor activity for anomalies.
Essential endpoints for publishing posts include GET /blogs/posts to list, POST /blogs/posts to create, and PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update. Checking slug existence via GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists helps prevent duplicates. You may also use blogs/check-slug.readonly during validation.
Yes. You can schedule posts and automate emails by leveraging the scheduling endpoints and the emails builder. Schedule publishing times for blog posts and trigger email digests when new content goes live. Automations can be built from naturalForms workflows to coordinate both publishing and notifications.
Common mappings include title, slug, content, author, and publishDate. You may also map category, tags, and featured images depending on your data model. Ensure date/time formats align between systems and handle timezone conversions consistently.
Rate limits and quotas vary by endpoint. If you approach limits, implement retries with exponential backoff and monitor usage in logs. For high-volume workflows, consider batching or staggering requests to stay within quotas.
For troubleshooting, review API responses, error codes, and response bodies. Check authentication headers and the status of keys. Validate endpoints and paths, and use test calls to isolate issues. Consult logs and change history when issues arise.
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