Secure access to the Blogs API starts with creating a connected app in GHL, obtaining an access token with scopes for emails/builder and blogs endpoints, and storing it securely in Rankr. Use tokens with regular refresh to keep the connection alive.
In Rankr, connect your GHL Blogs API integration by selecting the API connection, pasting the access token, and granting the required scopes so Rankr can read templates and post blog data without manual steps.
Primary endpoints for templates and blog data include: GET emails/builder to fetch templates; POST emails/builder to create or update templates; POST /emails/builder/data to attach data payloads; DELETE /emails/builder/:locationId/:templateId to remove templates. For blogs, you’ll leverage endpoints such as POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists, GET /blogs/categories, and GET /blogs/authors to synchronize content and metadata with Rankr.
Trigger: when Rankr needs the latest template list for email campaigns during a workflow run.
Actions: fetch templates, cache key metadata (templateId, name, subject, body), display in Rankr UI, and select for use in automations.
GET emails/builder
templateId, name, subject, body
Trigger: when a new or updated template is created in Rankr that should be published to the email builder.
Actions: create or update template, set locationId and templateName, push subject and body content.
POST emails/builder
templateId, name, subject, body, locationId
Trigger: when blog data (e.g., post metadata) is ready to merge into a template.
Actions: send data payloads to the data endpoint to populate dynamic fields in templates.
POST /emails/builder/data
locationId, templateId, dataFields
Rapid setup with drag‑and‑drop automation and no custom coding required.
Unified data flow between content, emails, and campaigns for faster go‑to‑market.
Scalability with reusable templates and automated data merging across posts and categories.
This glossary explains common API terms and how they apply to connecting Blogs API with Rankr, including endpoints, payloads, authentication, and webhooks.
An application programming interface that allows two apps to communicate. The Blogs API exposes endpoints to read templates and post blog data.
A method for one app to send real‑time information to another app via a callback URL.
A specific URL within an API that responds to a request (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
The data sent in an API request or response, typically in JSON format.
Trigger a templated welcome email whenever a new blog post is published, using data from the post to personalize subject lines and preheaders.
As posts are published, assemble category‑specific digests and send targeted newsletters using template data merged with post metadata.
Create campaigns that adapt content blocks based on author, category, and slug, enabling personalized reader experiences.
In GHL, generate an API key with scopes for emails/builder and blogs endpoints, then securely save the token in Rankr.
Add the endpoint credentials in Rankr and map template fields (subject, body) and blog data fields to your automation logic.
Run test calls against the endpoints, verify data flow, resolve token or field mapping issues, then enable live automations.
You can authenticate using OAuth2 or API keys depending on how GHL exposes the Blogs API. Ensure the access token includes scopes for emails/builder and blogs endpoints. Rotate tokens regularly to maintain security. In Rankr, store tokens securely and use the refresh flow to keep connections alive. If you’re testing in a sandbox, verify token validity and scope before making calls to fetch templates or post data.
For basic templates, you typically need GET emails/builder to retrieve existing templates and POST emails/builder to create or update templates. You may also use GET /blogs/categories or GET /blogs/authors to enrich templates with metadata. Keep a simple mapping of templateId, name, subject, and body for quick reuse in automations. Additional endpoints may be used as your workflow grows to support deeper blog integration.
Yes. Use GHL’s test or sandbox mode alongside Rankr’s testing environment. Many endpoints accept test payloads, allowing you to validate authentication, field mappings, and data merges without affecting live data. Review error messages and logs to iterate quickly.
Map each template field in Rankr to the corresponding Blogs API field (e.g., subject, body). Use data fields from blog posts (title, excerpt, author, category) to populate dynamic content blocks. Validate payload structure against the endpoint’s requirements and test with sample data.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and API policy. Typical ranges are tens to hundreds of requests per minute. If you hit limits, implement exponential backoff and caching of template metadata to reduce redundant calls. Consider batching data where possible.
If a request fails, check the HTTP status code and the error payload for details. Common causes include invalid or expired tokens, insufficient scopes, missing required fields, or incorrect endpoint paths. Re‑authorize as needed and re‑test with a minimal payload.
Refer to the Blogs API developer docs and the GHL integration guide for detailed endpoint descriptions, field schemas, and example requests. If you need further help, contact Rankr support or your account manager for targeted assistance.
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