Authenticate via OAuth 2.0 and request the scope: contacts.readonly to read data securely from the GHL Contacts API.
Zapier manages token storage securely. You’ll connect the app once in your Zapier dashboard and authorize data access for subsequent runs.
– 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: when a contact is created or updated to keep downstream apps in sync.
Actions include creating or updating a contact, adding tasks, and attaching notes or appointments.
Example method paths: GET /contacts/:contactId; POST /contacts/; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: contactId, taskId, businessId
Trigger when a new contact is added to a business or when a contact changes status.
Actions: GET /contacts/business/:businessId; GET /contacts/
Paths: GET /contacts/; GET /contacts/business/:businessId
Key fields: businessId, contactId
Trigger on task creation or completion to drive workflows.
Examples: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed
Key fields: contactId, taskId
Automate workflows without writing code.
Accelerate setup with ready-made endpoints and triggers.
Maintain data consistency across systems with secure syncing.
This glossary explains API terms, endpoints, and integration concepts used throughout the guide.
A specific URL and HTTP method that lets your app read or modify data.
Authorization framework that grants limited access to resources without sharing credentials.
A callback URL that receives real-time event updates from an API.
Permissions requested by an app to access specific parts of an API.
Create a Zap that creates a new contact in the Contacts API when a patient signs up on your website form.
Trigger follow-ups and reminders after an appointment or note creation.
Synchronize tasks between CRM, EMR, and project tools to keep teams aligned.
Choose the Contacts API in your Zapier app and provide authentication details.
Run a connection test to fetch a sample contact and verify permissions.
Create a Zap that uses Contacts data to drive tasks, notes, or appointments.
The Contacts API lets you retrieve data about contacts, their tasks, notes, and appointments. You can pull contact details, view related tasks, and fetch notes or upcoming appointments to drive automations. Some endpoints also support listing multiple records for workflows and reporting. This API is designed to empower no-code and low-code automations by providing clear paths to access common CRM data.
Authentication is handled via OAuth 2.0. You will authorize the Zapier App Connector to access your GHL Contacts API with the necessary scope, including readonly access for reading data. After initial authorization, Zapier securely stores tokens and uses them for subsequent requests.
Most endpoints are read operations (e.g., GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/). Write operations exist for creating, updating, or deleting contacts and related resources (POST, PUT, DELETE). Always review the endpoint documentation to confirm permitted actions for your app configuration. In production, ensure your app uses the correct HTTP methods and adheres to the required scopes.
Rate limits depend on your plan and the API tier. In practice, you can design Zaps that batch requests and use recommended polling intervals to avoid hitting limits. If you exceed limits, implement exponential backoff and retry logic in your workflows.
In Zapier, create a test action or trigger and use the built-in test feature to fetch sample data. Verify that you can successfully authorize, retrieve a contact, and perform a simple read operation. If tests fail, recheck OAuth scopes, endpoint paths, and the connection status in your app console.
Yes, the API supports updating and deleting certain resources like contacts and tasks, subject to permissions and scope. Use PUT for updates and DELETE for removal, and ensure you have the correct identifiers (contactId, taskId). Always perform destructive actions in a test environment first to prevent data loss.
No extensive coding is required. The integration is designed for no-code and low-code usage with Zapier App Connector. You can build complex automations using triggers, actions, and built-in logic without writing server-side code. For advanced scenarios, you can supplement with minimal scripting if your workflow demands it.
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