To authorize the GHL API use your GHL client credentials and apply the contacts.readonly scope. Keep tokens secure.
In Zapier App Connector authorize the app to access the GHL Contacts API using OAuth 2 or API key as configured. Ensure scopes match access 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 when a new contact is created in GHL
Actions fetch contact data and pull related tasks notes and appointments
GET /contacts/:contactId
Requires contactId and valid authentication
Trigger when the contact updates or a new task is added
Actions fetch tasks for the contact and can update or complete tasks
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Requires contactId and task permissions
Trigger when a new contact is added via APPNAME
Actions create a new contact using POST /contacts/ and optionally assign tasks
POST /contacts/
Required body fields name and email and any required attributes
Fast setup with no code required
Automations reduce manual data entry and errors
Scalable data sync across apps without custom development
Key endpoints and processes described here help you build reliable connections between GHL Contacts API and Zapier App Connector
A set of rules that lets apps talk to GHL endpoints to read or write data
A URL and method pair that performs a specific function in the API
An authorization method to grant access to API resources securely
A callback mechanism for real time updates from GHL to APPNAME
Use triggers on new GHL contact to create a lead in your CRM and start nurture flows
When contact tasks update, push reminders to teammates via APPNAME
Aggregate contact data into a BI dashboard through APPNAME
Obtain credentials and authorize APPNAME to access GHL Contacts API
Run a test call to GET /contacts for a sample contact
Activate the connection in prod and monitor logs
The GHL Contacts API is a way to access contact data from GHL programmatically. This guide shows how to connect it with APPNAME to read and write contact data. You can pull a contact profile and related tasks notes and appointments. You can also push updates back to GHL using create and update calls. The combination enables powerful automation in your no code workflow.
Yes you can start with no code steps using APPNAME to configure the connection. However some scenarios require basic scripting or data mapping in APPNAME to transform fields. The no code path is designed to get you up fast while allowing advanced customization as needed.
For onboarding you will typically use GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch a profile, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks for tasks, and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes to pull notes. These endpoints give you a complete view of a contact. You can combine them to create onboarding flows.
Connection security is built on standard OAuth 2 or API key methods. Use HTTPS for all calls and store tokens securely. Limit access to only needed scopes such as contacts.readonly. Rotate credentials periodically.
Yes. You can run test calls using a sandbox or test mode in APPNAME. You can fetch sample contacts and tasks without performing changes to live data. Always review results before enabling production writes.
Handle errors by inspecting HTTP status codes and error messages returned by the API. Implement retries with exponential backoff and log the failures for debugging. The docs provide common error codes and suggested remedies.
Rate limits vary by endpoint. If you hit limits, slow or batch requests or request higher limits from your GHL account. Use caching and incremental loads to minimize calls.
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