Use a GHL API key scoped to the Blogs endpoints with read/write access. Securely store the key and rotate it periodically. Ensure Ontraport is granted access to the Blogs data you intend to use.
Ontraport will authorize the connection by exchanging credentials with GHL and establishing a secure connection. Use supported methods such as OAuth or API key pairing as provided by the connector.
Used endpoints include: GET emails/builder, GET blogs/posts, POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/categories, GET /blogs/authors, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists, GET /blogs/categories, GET /blogs/authors, POST /emails/builder, GET emails/schedule, POST /blogs/posts, POST /blogs/posts; plus read-only endpoints for verification. These endpoints enable creation, retrieval, updates, slug checks, and category/author synchronization needed for a robust no-code flow.
Trigger: when a new blog post is created in Blogs API
Actions: create a record in Ontraport, assign tag ‘New Blog’, populate author and category fields
POST /blogs/posts
title, content, slug, authorId, categoryId, publishedAt
Trigger: updates to existing Blogs API posts
Actions: call PUT /blogs/posts/:postId and sync fields back to Ontraport
PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
postId, title, content, slug, updatedAt
Trigger: new categories or new authors in Blogs API
Actions: create/update categories and authors in Ontraport
GET /blogs/categories and GET /blogs/authors
categoryId, name; authorId, name
No-code setup lets non-developers build and maintain automated content workflows quickly.
Automatic publishing, syncing of authors and categories, and targeted campaign triggers save time and reduce human error.
All blog data can live in Ontraport for unified reporting and marketing automation.
Elements: endpoints, triggers, actions, and mappings. Process: authenticate, configure mappings, test, then deploy the live flow. This glossary explains terms used in the integration.
Application Programming Interface. A set of endpoints and rules that allow software to communicate.
A URL that receives real-time event data from another service when something changes.
A URL-friendly identifier used in post URLs and slug checks to ensure unique addresses.
A specific URL path and method to perform an action in an API.
Idea: automatically create Ontraport campaigns when new blogs are published in Blogs API to drive timely promotions.
Idea: map blog authors to Ontraport contacts with author metadata to enrich CRM profiles.
Idea: tag readers by post categories for targeted campaigns and newsletters.
Create a GHL API key with the required scopes and connect Ontraport to Blogs API using standard OAuth or key pairing.
Map blog fields (title, content, slug, author, category) to Ontraport fields within the app connector.
Run test posts, verify data flow, then enable live syncing for ongoing automation.
Answer: No coding is required. The visual app connector lets you drag triggers, actions, and field mappings to build the workflow. You can configure a working integration in minutes and receive guided error messages if credentials are incorrect. The no-code approach makes onboarding fast for non-developers. The connector also provides templates and presets to accelerate setup.
Answer: At minimum you will use endpoints to create and read blog posts, check slug availability, and retrieve authors and categories. For syncing, you typically use GET /blogs/posts (or similar) to pull data, POST /blogs/posts to create, and PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update. Additional endpoints help verify slugs and fetch related data, but you can start with a core subset and expand later.
Answer: Map fields using the app connector’s mapping interface. Align Blog title with Ontraport post title, content with body content, slug with the Ontraport slug field, and author/category IDs with corresponding CRM fields. Save mappings and test the flow to confirm data appears correctly in Ontraport. If a field is missing, create a custom mapping or use a default placeholder until the data is available.
Answer: Yes. Most connectors offer a test or sandbox mode that simulates live data without publishing to your production accounts. Use test posts, sample authors, and dummy campaigns to verify triggers, actions, and mappings. Review any test data in logs before going live.
Answer: Security is handled via API keys and/or OAuth. Keep keys secret, rotate them regularly, and apply the principle of least privilege by granting only the scopes needed for blogs and posts. Use secure storage and review access permissions periodically.
Answer: Use built-in dashboards and logs provided by the connector to monitor data flow. Check sync status, job history, and error messages. Set up alerts for failures so you can quickly diagnose and resolve issues.
Answer: Error logs appear in the connector’s monitoring area and can be exported for analysis. Look for failed triggers, missing fields, or authentication errors. Refer to the endpoint list and mappings to fix misconfigurations, then re-run the sync.
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