Authenticate requests to the GHL Contacts API using your API key, OAuth token, and the required scope (contacts.readonly).
ActiveCollab uses your GHL credentials to authorize API calls; store credentials securely and use proper scopes.
GET /contacts/:contactId | GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks | GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId | GET /contacts/:contactId/notes | GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id | GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments | GET /contacts/ | GET /contacts/business/:businessId | contacts.write | POST /contacts/ | PUT /contacts/:contactId | DELETE /contacts/:contactId | POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks | PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId | PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed | DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId | POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Trigger: a new contact is created or updated in GHL and is propagated to ActiveCollab.
Actions: create or update the corresponding contact in ActiveCollab; attach notes and related tasks as needed.
Methods used: POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, GET /contacts/:contactId for retrieval.
Key fields: contactId, name, email, phone, businessId
Trigger: creation or update of tasks linked to a contact in GHL.
Actions: create or update tasks in ActiveCollab; reflect status and due dates.
Method paths: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Key fields: taskId, contactId, title, status, dueDate
Trigger: notes or appointments are created for a contact in GHL.
Actions: create notes and appointments in ActiveCollab; attach to the correct contact.
Methods: POST /contacts/:contactId/notes, POST /contacts/:contactId/appointments, GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments
Key fields: noteId, appointmentId, contactId, title
Automate data flows without writing code; create workflows with triggers and actions.
Improve collaboration by keeping contact data consistent across platforms.
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This guide covers endpoints, triggers, actions, and key fields used to connect GHL Contacts API with ActiveCollab.
A set of rules that allows two software systems to communicate.
A specific URL path used to access a resource in an API.
The process of verifying identity to authorize API requests.
Permissions granted to an API token defining what it can access.
When a lead is created in GHL, automatically create a corresponding contact in ActiveCollab and seed with basic info.
Create onboarding tasks in ActiveCollab when a contact is added, assign to the right owner, and track progress.
Attach notes to contacts in ActiveCollab based on notes added in GHL and set reminders.
Register for API keys and configure the required scope for read/write access.
Align GHL fields with ActiveCollab fields; set up endpoint mappings.
Run tests in a staging environment and monitor for errors before going live.
The GHL Contacts API provides programmatic access to contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments. You can read, create, update, and delete records depending on your granted scope. This enables seamless data flow between GHL and ActiveCollab. To get started, obtain your API key and ensure your app has the necessary scopes (e.g., contacts.readonly). Use the endpoints listed to retrieve and modify contact data and related resources, then map fields to ActiveCollab so your teams stay in sync.
Yes—no-code automation platforms, like Zapier’s App Connector, can bridge GHL and ActiveCollab without custom code. If you need highly customized logic, you can still implement code or use webhooks for advanced workflows. The no-code approach shines for straightforward data sync and trigger-based actions.
The scope defines what your API token can access. For contact data, you typically need read and write scopes (e.g., contacts.readwrite). If your workflow only reads data, a readonly scope may suffice. Always request the minimum scope needed for the task to minimize risk.
Authenticate using your GHL API key or OAuth token. Include the token in your request headers (Authorization: Bearer
Endpoints listed in the integration cover contacts, their tasks, notes, appointments, and business associations. You’ll use POST/PUT/GET/DELETE as needed to manage contacts and related resources. Review each endpoint’s documentation for exact parameters and responses.
Yes. You can synchronize contacts and their related tasks, notes, and appointments to keep data consistent across GHL and ActiveCollab. Build workflows that trigger on creation or updates and propagate changes to the other system.
Test the integration in a staging environment first. Validate data mappings, triggers, and error handling. Monitor logs, rates, and edge cases, and perform end-to-end tests before going live.
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