Authenticate with Blogs API using your API credentials. For Proximity workflows, the scope included is emails/builder.readonly to access read-only post data during setup and testing.
Configure a secure connection in Zapier App Connector using OAuth2 or an API key. Store credentials securely and rotate them regularly to protect access to Blogs API.
– GET emails/builder – GET emails/builder.write – 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: New blog post is created in your content source; Action: Create or update a post in Blogs API via Zapier App Connector.
Actions include: Create Post, Update Post, Delete Post. Endpoints involved: POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists. Key fields: postId, slug, title, content, authorId, categoryId.
POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
postId, slug, title, content, authorId, categoryId
Trigger: a new category is added or an existing one is updated in Blogs API.
Actions: fetch categories, attach to posts; Endpoints: GET /blogs/categories, GET /blogs/posts.
GET /blogs/categories
categoryId, name
Trigger: a new or updated author in Blogs API.
Actions: fetch authors; Endpoints: GET /blogs/authors, GET /blogs/author.readonly.
GET /blogs/authors
authorId, name, email
Automate blog workflows without writing code using drag-and-drop triggers and actions.
Get started quickly with pre-built endpoints, mapping templates, and test data for faster setup.
Maintain data consistency across Blogs API and the App Connector for reliable reporting and auditing.
A quick glossary of terms and concepts to help you understand how Proximity integrations flow between Blogs API and the App Connector.
An Application Programming Interface (API) is a set of endpoints that allow software to communicate and exchange data over the web.
A specific URL path and method that performs a defined operation, such as retrieving a post or creating a new one.
A URL-friendly identifier used in blog URLs to reference a post or category.
An authorization protocol that lets apps access user data securely without sharing passwords.
Set up a trigger for new posts in Blogs API and push them to Zapier App Connector to create corresponding items in your GHL workflow.
Map fields such as slug, title, authorId, and categoryId to keep data consistent across Blogs API and Zapier.
Use webhooks to alert when a post is updated, then trigger downstream tasks in the App Connector.
Create a new connection using OAuth2 or an API key and authorize access to the Blogs API endpoints you will use.
Choose triggers like New Post and actions such as Create Post, Update Post, or Check Slug, then map key fields between systems.
Run end-to-end tests, validate mappings, and enable automation in Proximity.
Proximity is the process of connecting Blogs API with the Zapier App Connector to automate blog workflows without code. It helps you orchestrate posts, categories, and authors across systems. By using the Blogs API endpoints and Zapier triggers, you can automate publishing, updates, and data synchronization. In practice, you set up a connection, pick triggers like New Post, and map fields such as slug, title, and authorId to ensure consistent data flow.
Commonly used endpoints include GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to validate slugs before creation, POST /blogs/posts to create posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update, and GET /blogs/categories to retrieve categories. These endpoints cover typical content workflows from creation to categorization. Additionally, you may use GET /blogs/authors to synchronize author data and GET /blogs/posts to retrieve posts for reporting and auditing.
Use OAuth2 or API keys and limit scopes to only what you need (read-only for testing, fuller access for live automation). Store credentials securely, rotate keys periodically, and monitor access with logs. For best practices, use separate test connections that mirror production, then promote changes after validation.
Yes. Use sandbox/test endpoints or a staging environment when available, and run end-to-end tests with sample data. This lets you verify mappings and workflows without impacting live posts. Always back up critical data before deploying major changes. After testing, gradually enable automation in production with monitoring to catch any unexpected behavior early.
If a slug already exists, the Check Slug endpoint can help you detect conflicts before creation. You can choose to auto-append a timestamp or a unique suffix to generate a unique slug. Alternatively, update the existing post using PUT /blogs/posts/:postId and adjust the slug handling logic in your mapping to avoid collisions.
Field mapping should align with your content model. Common fields include slug, title, content, authorId, and categoryId. Use Zapier’s data mapping tools to translate between Blogs API responses and your app schema, and validate data types and required fields. Test mappings with sample records to ensure all downstream actions have the expected inputs.
The endpoint list is visible in the Proximity integration guide under Endpoint List. It documents the available paths and their purposes. You can also export a CSV snippet of endpoints for quick reference. For ongoing work, bookmark this page as a quick reference when building new automations.
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