Access is granted via your GHL API credentials. Use a token with the scope set to contacts.readonly for read-only workflows, or include write scopes if you need to create or update records. Store credentials securely and rotate them periodically.
In Zapier, create a new connection for the App Connector and supply the GHL API token or OAuth credentials. Validate the connection and map authentication details to triggers and actions in your zaps.
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; 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: when a contact is created or updated in GHL
Actions: fetch core contact data with GET /contacts/:contactId, then pull related data with GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, and GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments
GET /contacts/:contactId
Required: contactId; Optional: include related data (tasks, notes, appointments) through associated endpoints
Trigger: new or updated contact records in GHL
Actions: POST /contacts/ to create; PUT /contacts/:contactId to update; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to add tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to modify tasks
POST /contacts/ and PUT /contacts/:contactId
Required: contact data fields (name, email); Optional: businessId, tags, and task payload
Trigger: new notes or new appointments in GHL
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId/notes; GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Required: contactId
No coding required — configure in a visual editor and map fields between GHL and your apps
Automated data flows reduce manual data entry and errors
Scales across multiple endpoints (contacts, tasks, notes, appointments) without writing code
Key elements include endpoints (URLs and methods), triggers (events), actions (operations), method paths, and fields. This glossary helps you map data between GHL and the Zapier App Connector.
A specific URL path and HTTP method used to perform an action against a web service (for example, GET /contacts/:contactId).
The process of proving identity to access a service, typically via API keys or OAuth tokens.
An event in a system that starts an automation or workflow in Zapier.
An operation performed as part of a workflow, such as creating or updating a contact.
When a new contact is created in GHL, automatically create or update the contact in your email marketing or CRM via the App Connector to keep audiences fresh.
Create tasks in your project management tool when relevant contact events occur in GHL, enabling seamless follow-up.
Trigger a guided onboarding sequence in Zapier as soon as a lead enters GHL, improving conversion rates.
Connect your GHL account to the App Connector and run a quick connection test to verify credentials.
Select endpoints (for example GET /contacts/:contactId) and map fields to your Zapier fields.
Test your zaps, monitor for errors, and deploy to production.
The Contacts API exposes endpoints to retrieve and manage contact data, including tasks, notes, and appointments. You can read contact details with GET /contacts/:contactId and aggregate related data through related endpoints. In Zapier, you can map these fields to triggers and actions to automate workflows without coding. Tip: start with a read-only connection to explore data and then upgrade to write permissions once you’re ready to create or update records.
No coding is required with the Zapier App Connector. The visual builder lets you configure triggers, actions, and field mappings without writing code. You’ll connect your GHL account once and then design zaps that move data between GHL and your apps automatically.
Authenticate by generating a GHL API token and connecting it in Zapier. Depending on your setup, you may use OAuth tokens as well, with periodic refresh if required. Always store credentials securely and limit scopes to the minimum needed for your workflows.
Endpoints cover contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments, plus a bulk get for contacts and business-level queries. The Endpoints List above shows representative paths you can leverage. Use the mappings in Zapier to pull or push data across your tools as part of automated workflows.
Yes — you can create and update contacts and related resources like tasks through the App Connector using POST and PUT operations. Combine these actions with triggers to automate lifecycle events from lead to customer.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and API usage. Plan for bursts with retries and implement exponential backoff in your zaps. Monitor API quotas via your GHL and Zapier dashboards to detect and address any throttling.
If a connection fails, verify credentials and scopes, then re-test the connection. Check that endpoint paths and field mappings match your data schema. Review logs in Zapier and GHL, and ensure network access and permissions are correct.
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