Obtain your API key from the GHL developer portal and grant the Zapier App Connector the required scopes to read and write blog content.
Create or update a connection in Zapier by supplying the Blogs API credentials and selecting the appropriate authentication method (API Key or OAuth) to establish secure access.
– POST /blogs/posts – PUT /blogs/posts/:postId – GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists – GET /blogs/categories – GET /blogs/authors – GET /blogs/posts
Trigger: When a new draft is created in your content source (e.g., Google Docs) or a new record is added to your CMS.
Actions: Create Post, Publish Post, Update Slug
POST /blogs/posts
title, content, slug, category, author, status
Trigger: Post updated in your CMS or editor
Actions: Update Post, Change Status, Update Metadata
PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
postId, title, content, slug, category, author, status
Trigger: Draft creation with a slug field
Actions: Check slug exists, generate slug if missing
GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
slug
No-code automation lets you connect the Blogs API with the Zapier App Connector to automate content workflows without writing code.
Leverage triggers and actions to build end-to-end processes across your tools.
Easily scale content distribution with consistent, repeatable workflows.
This glossary covers the essential terms and processes you’ll use when integrating the GHL Blogs API with the Zapier App Connector.
A set of rules and tools that enable different software applications to communicate and exchange data.
A specific URL in an API that performs a defined function and returns data.
A URL-friendly string used to uniquely identify a resource, such as a blog post.
An HTTP callback that delivers real-time data to another system when an event occurs.
Set up a Zap that creates and publishes posts automatically when new content is added to Google Docs or your CMS.
Use a Zap to generate and enforce slugs, check availability, and update posts accordingly.
Publish posts to social networks via Zapier steps after they’re created in Blogs API.
Retrieve your API key or OAuth token from GHL and prepare your Zapier connection.
Choose a trigger like ‘New Post Draft’ or ‘Post Updated’ in your Zap.
Map fields between Blogs API and your apps and test the Zap.
The Blogs API is a service that lets you manage blog content programmatically. In Zapier, you’ll create a connection to this API using your API key or OAuth credentials and design Zaps that read, create, update, or publish blog posts. This enables automated workflows across your content stack without touching code. If you’re new to the GHL Blogs API, start with the authentication setup and test basic post creation in a safe sandbox before expanding to multi-step automations.
Zapier supports API Key and OAuth-based authentication for the Blogs API. Choose the method that fits your security needs, configure the connection in Zapier, and rotate credentials regularly. Ensure the connected app has the correct scopes to read and write blog content. For added security, consider using environment-based credentials and least-privilege access for each Zap.
Common endpoints for automation include creating posts (POST /blogs/posts), updating posts (PUT /blogs/posts/:postId), and slug checks (GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists). Start with a simple create or update workflow to confirm the data map is correct, then add slug validation and category/author fields as needed. Document any required fields and default values to reduce errors during Zap runs.
In Zapier, use the Test action to run a sample payload through your configured trigger and actions. Validate that the fields map correctly, the post is created or updated, and any slugs or metadata are set as expected. If errors occur, review API responses and adjust field mappings or authentication settings. Mock data and test in a staging environment before going live.
Yes. You can reuse common steps across multiple Zaps by exporting and reusing templates, or by building modular actions that can be plugged into different workflows. This helps maintain consistency and reduces setup time when working with multiple posts or categories. Keep a centralized data map to ensure uniform field names and values.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and the Blogs API quotas. If you approach limits, implement retries with exponential backoff, stagger requests, and cache frequent lookups (like slug checks). Handle 4xx errors with clear user messages and 5xx errors by alerting your team. Always monitor your Zap runs and set up notifications for failures.
Official API documentation is available in your GHL developer portal or on the Blogs API reference page. Use that documentation to understand required fields, error codes, and example payloads. For advanced usage, consult the developer community or support channels for examples and best practices.
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