Use your GHL API key or OAuth scope with the Contacts API to securely access contact data. Ensure the scope matches ‘contacts.readonly’ for read only operations, or expand as needed.
Authenticate with the Zapier App Connector using your Zapier account credentials and store the GHL credentials securely in Zapier, ensuring encrypted storage.
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; Action: Retrieve contact details and related tasks.
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks; Optional: GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.
Method path: GET /contacts/:contactId to pull profile; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks for tasks.
Key fields: contactId, name, email, phone, status.
Trigger: New task in the workflow; Action: Create task in GHL for a contact.
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId.
Method path: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to update.
Key fields: contactId, taskId, title, dueDate, status.
Trigger: Notes added in GHL; Action: Sync notes to the contact in Zapier workflow.
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/notes; PUT /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id.
Method path: POST /contacts/:contactId/notes; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id.
Key fields: contactId, noteId, content, timestamp.
Benefit: Rapid automation without code; map fields between GHL and Zapier.
Benefit: Centralized workflows across contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments.
Benefit: Scalable data sync with robust error handling and retries.
This glossary covers core terms like endpoints, triggers, actions, method paths, and key fields to help you build reliable automations.
A unique identifier for a contact in GHL; used to retrieve or modify a specific contact.
An action item linked to a contact in GHL; used for reminders, due dates, and progress tracking.
A text entry associated with a contact for comments, history, or context.
A specific API URL path that performs a defined operation in the GHL API.
Automatically create a new GHL contact in response to a new lead in Zapier, then fetch related tasks for follow-up.
When a task is created in one app, create a matching task in GHL with the correct contact and due date.
Attach notes from a document or chat to the corresponding GHL contact for richer context.
Obtain your GHL API credentials and your Zapier app credentials; store securely.
Set up GET, POST, PUT, DELETE calls for the required endpoints and map fields.
Create Zapier zaps to trigger on GHL data changes or on schedule; test thoroughly.
No code is required to connect Zapier App Connector to the GHL Contacts API. The connector provides a guided UI to authenticate and map fields. You can build triggers and actions without writing code. You also get visual tooling to test data flows before going live. You can customize workflows to pull contact data, fetch tasks, and surface notes to your automations with simple point-and-click configuration.
The documented scope for read-only access is contacts.readonly. If you need to write or modify data, you will need write-enabled scopes as defined by your GHL API setup and OAuth configuration. Always follow the principle of least privilege and rotate credentials regularly. In Zapier, you can start with read-only operations and later request additional permissions if your automation requires creating or updating contacts, tasks, or notes.
Yes. Zapier App Connector can create and update contacts and related resources when the proper scopes are granted. You can trigger creates for new contacts, update contact fields, and create tasks or notes associated with a contact. Always test write actions in a sandbox environment to prevent unintended data changes.
Key endpoints for syncing include GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, POST /contacts/:contactId/notes, and POST /contacts/ to create new contacts. Mapping fields between GHL and Zapier ensures data consistency across systems. Consider using batch or delta fetch patterns to optimize data transfer and minimize API calls.
Zapier provides built-in retry logic and status-based error handling. Configure retries with backoff, check HTTP status codes, and implement idempotent actions where possible. Use test runs to verify error scenarios and ensure resilient automations.
Credential storage should be encrypted and rotated regularly within Zapier and your GHL configuration. Use OAuth best practices, keep API keys secure, and limit exposure by applying scopes precisely. Log access attempts and monitor for suspicious activity.
Endpoint details are documented in the GHL API reference included with your developer portal. For troubleshooting, verify the exact endpoint path, required parameters, and the supported HTTP methods. If a token is expired, refresh or re-authenticate to restore access.
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