Authenticate requests to the Blogs API using your GHL credentials with the scope emails/builder.readonly to access blog data.
Configure Rankr’s integration to securely authenticate with the Blogs API, using API keys or OAuth depending on your setup.
Key endpoints span emails/builder for messages, emails/schedule for campaigns, and blogs endpoints for posts, categories, and authors. Use GET, POST, PUT, or DELETE where supported to automate publishing, scheduling, and content management.
Trigger: A new blog post is created in Blogs API, triggering Rankr to publish and notify via Email Builder.
Actions: Create/post via POST /blogs/posts, distribute via emails/builder, and schedule in the calendar.
POST /blogs/posts
Required fields: postId, title, slug, content, authorId
Trigger: Updated blog content in Blogs API
Actions: Update the post via PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, sync slug and meta, push updates to Rankr dashboards and newsletters.
PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
Key fields: postId, title, slug, content
Trigger: Post-performance metrics exceed thresholds or drop in engagement
Actions: Notify via Email Builder, update dashboards, and log events in Rankr
GET /blogs/posts/:postId
Key fields: postId, engagement, impressions, clicks, score
Automates workflows without writing code.
Delivers faster results by linking blogs to emails and schedules.
Keeps branding and messaging consistent across channels automatically.
A quick glossary of terms used throughout this guide, including endpoints, triggers, actions, and key fields, to help you implement the GHL Blogs API connection with Rankr.
An API endpoint is a specific URL exposed by an API that performs an action or returns data.
The process of verifying identity and granting access to resources.
A blog entry or article stored in the system.
A URL-friendly string used to identify a post in the URL.
Use Blogs API to automatically publish SEO-optimized posts and notify subscribers via Rankr emails.
Sync new posts with Rankr email digests to boost readership and engagement.
Trigger alerts when posts perform unusually well or underperform, delivering insights to your team.
In GHL, generate an API key with scope emails/builder.readonly to access blog data.
Enter the Blogs API credentials into Rankr’s integration settings and test the connection.
Run end-to-end tests to ensure data flows between Blogs API and Rankr.
The Blogs API provides programmatic access to blog content and management features, enabling automation of publishing, emailing, and scheduling within Rankr. Start with authentication and enable the essential endpoints to begin integrating right away.
Essential endpoints include GET emails/builder, POST /blogs/posts, GET /blogs/categories, and GET /blogs/authors. These allow you to retrieve lists, create posts, and manage categorization, providing a solid foundation for your automation.
Yes, authentication is required. Use an API key with the appropriate scope (emails/builder.readonly) and configure OAuth where supported. Test credentials in a sandbox before going live.
Yes. You can customize payloads sent to Email Builder by mapping fields like title, slug, and content to your email templates. This ensures branding and messaging align with your campaigns.
Use a test environment to validate data flows, simulate posts, and confirm emails are triggered without sending to real users. This minimizes risk during rollout.
If rate limits are hit, implement exponential backoff, stagger requests, and batch updates to stay within quotas. This keeps integrations reliable during peak times.
Credentials are available in the GHL developer console and Rankr integration settings; rotate keys regularly and store securely. Use best security practices for key management.
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