GHL authentication for the Blogs API relies on secure tokens. Use the specified scope (emails/builder.readonly) and any additional scopes you need, then obtain an access token to authorize requests from Zoho Creator.
Configure OAuth in Zoho Creator, generate a client ID and secret, set the redirect URL, and grant access to the Blogs API endpoints you plan to use.
Endpoints you may use in this integration: – 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: pull template and schedule data into Zoho Creator when you need current content metadata.
Actions: fetch metadata via GET emails/builder and fetch schedules via GET emails/schedule, then store in Zoho Creator for review or use in automations.
GET /emails/builder; GET /emails/schedule
templateId, locationId, templateName, subject, scheduleTime
Trigger: new post draft is ready in Zoho Creator
Actions: publish posts with POST /blogs/posts; update drafts with PUT /blogs/posts/:postId as needed; verify slug with GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
POST /blogs/posts; PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
title, content, slug, authorId, status
Trigger: when an existing post in Zoho Creator is updated and needs syncing
Actions: update posts via PUT /blogs/posts/:postId; ensure slug validity with GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
PUT /blogs/posts/:postId; GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists
postId, title, slug, content
Build powerful automations without writing code, tying Zoho Creator data to blog publishing workflows.
Rely on visual mappings and triggers to move data between systems accurately and quickly.
Scale content operations by reusing integrations across teams and campaigns.
Key elements include authentication, endpoint calls, data mapping, triggers, and error handling to ensure reliable data flow between Zoho Creator and Blogs API.
A specific URL and HTTP method used to perform an action in an API.
An authorization framework that allows apps to obtain limited access to user accounts without sharing credentials.
A URL-friendly version of a post title used in web addresses.
The portion of the URL that identifies the resource and action to perform.
Pull customer or product data from Zoho Creator and generate blog drafts in Blogs API, then publish on a schedule.
Trigger publishing when deadlines or campaigns in Zoho Creator reach due dates to keep content fresh.
Sync author data from Zoho Creator to Blogs API to keep bios current and accurate.
Register the app in GHL, obtain client ID/secret, and set scopes to match your needs.
Choose required endpoints, test connections, and map fields between Zoho Creator and Blogs API.
Run end-to-end tests, monitor flows, and enable schedules for automatic updates.
No coding experience is required for basic setups. The integration uses no-code connectors to map fields and set triggers between Zoho Creator and the Blogs API. Begin with simple data pulls and publish actions to validate the flow. If you need custom logic, you can add small scripts or use webhooks, but it isn’t required for the core connection.
Start with read-only endpoints like GET emails/builder to retrieve templates and GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to verify slug uniqueness. Then add write endpoints such as POST /blogs/posts to publish content and PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update drafts as needed. Gradually expand to additional endpoints as your workflow needs grow.
Test connectivity by running a dry-run in your Zoho Creator workflow, verifying that access tokens are valid and that endpoints respond as expected. Validate field mappings with sample data and inspect the API responses for correctness. Use test posts to ensure the publish and update paths work end-to-end.
Map essential fields such as title, content, slug, authorId, and status from Zoho Creator to their corresponding Blog fields. Ensure proper handling of rich text, dates, and IDs. Consider setting default values and validation rules to avoid broken posts or mismatched data.
Yes. You can schedule posts automatically by triggering Zoho Creator workflows that call the Blogs API publish endpoints. Use scheduling logic to time releases and coordinate with campaigns. Monitoring and alerts help ensure automated posts go out as planned.
API errors should be captured with clear status codes and messages. Implement retries with exponential backoff and log failures for auditing. Set up alerts in your Zoho Creator project so the team is notified of any failures requiring intervention.
Permissions and rate limits are defined in your GHL app settings and depend on the scopes you request. Review the API docs for endpoint-specific limits and ensure you only request the scopes you need. If you approach limits, implement backoff strategies and batch requests where possible.
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