To access the GHL Contacts API, obtain an API token with the scope ‘contacts.readonly’ and include it in your requests. Use secure storage and rotate credentials regularly.
In Zapier, sign in with your GHL account and authorize the Zapier App Connector to access your Contacts API data. Select the appropriate scope matching your needs.
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: contact updated in GHL triggers a Zap to fetch latest details via GET /contacts/:contactId
Actions: retrieve, update, add notes, create tasks
Example path: GET /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, name, email, phone
Trigger: new contact is created (POST /contacts/)
Actions: create contact, tag, assign owner
POST /contacts/
Key fields: contactId, businessId, tags
Trigger: task created or due date reached
PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Key fields: taskId, contactId, status
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Key elements include authentication, endpoints, triggers, actions, and data fields used by the integration.
Application Programming Interface — a standardized set of endpoints that enable apps to read and write data in GHL.
A specific URL in the API that performs a defined action, such as retrieving or updating a contact.
Methods used to verify identity and authorize access to GHL data, such as API tokens or OAuth flows.
A callback URL that lets the API notify your app of events, like contact changes or task updates.
Capture lead submissions from your site and push them to GHL as new contacts automatically through POST /contacts/.
When a CRM event happens, use PUT /contacts/:contactId to refresh data in GHL.
Create tasks via POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks triggered by deal stage changes.
Obtain an API token with the contacts.readonly scope and store it securely.
Authorize Zapier App Connector to access GHL Contacts data and choose the required scopes.
Choose triggers (contact updates, new contacts) and actions (create, update, note, task) to automate processes.
Read-only access requires the scope contacts.readonly and tokens stored securely. Use GET endpoints to retrieve data without modifying records. Ensure you respect user permissions and privacy.
In Zapier, select GHL as the app and authorize with your GHL account. Choose the scope that matches your needs, then test the connection with a sample trigger.
Yes. Use PUT /contacts/:contactId to update contact data and PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to modify tasks. Always validate responses and handle errors gracefully.
Endpoints exist for notes (GET /contacts/:contactId/notes) and tasks (GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks). Create/update actions are available via POST and PUT methods.
All requests are subject to rate limits. Plan your calls and implement retries with exponential backoff.
No. A single token with the required scope is enough for access across apps in Zapier, as long as permissions are granted.
Use test hooks and sample data in Zapier to verify the integration before going live.
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