Authenticate requests to the Contacts API using your GHL developer credentials. Use approved OAuth scopes or API keys to authorize Anvil calls securely.
Securely store and rotate Anvil credentials, and configure scope to include contacts.readonly so Anvil can retrieve data from the Contacts API.
GET /contacts/:contactId — Retrieve a single contact by ID.\nGET /contacts/:contactId/tasks — List tasks for a contact.\nGET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Retrieve a specific task for a contact.\nGET /contacts/:contactId/notes — List notes for a contact.\nGET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id — Retrieve a specific note.\nGET /contacts/:contactId/appointments — List appointments for a contact.\nGET /contacts/ — Retrieve all contacts (paginated).\nGET /contacts/business/:businessId — Retrieve contacts for a business.\nPermissions: contacts.write — Permission to modify contacts via API.\nPOST /contacts/ — Create a new contact.\nPUT /contacts/:contactId — Update a contact.\nDELETE /contacts/:contactId — Delete a contact.\nPOST /contacts/:contactId/tasks — Create a task for a contact.\nPUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Update a task for a contact.\nPUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed — Mark a task as completed.\nDELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Delete a task for a contact.\nPOST /contacts/:contactId/tags — Add tags to a contact.
Trigger: On contact create or update in Contacts API, push changes to Anvil to keep records current.
Actions: Create or update contact in Anvil; update related tasks and notes as needed.
Methods used: GET /contacts/:contactId, PUT /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/
Key fields: contactId, email, firstName, lastName, phone
Trigger: Task changes in Contacts API propagate to Anvil.
Actions: Create/update tasks in Anvil; mark completed when status changes.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed; DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Key fields: contactId, taskId, status, dueDate
Trigger: Note creation or update in Contacts API triggers a note in Anvil.
Actions: Create/update notes in Anvil linked to a contact; optionally attach related tasks.
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key fields: contactId, noteId, content, createdAt
Drag-and-drop workflow builder in Anvil lets you connect endpoints without writing code, speeding up integration setup.
Automated data syncing ensures all records stay consistent across Apps and the Contacts API.
Scalable architecture using standard REST endpoints supports future expansions.
This glossary covers endpoints, triggers, actions, method paths, and key fields used to map data between GHL and Anvil.
Individuals stored in the Contacts API with attributes such as name, email, phone, and tags.
A specific URL path used to perform an action in an API.
An event that starts an automation in the integration, such as a new contact or updated task.
An operation performed by the integration in the target app, e.g., create or update a contact or task.
Set up a real-time sync that pushes new contacts from Contacts API to Anvil, ensuring your CRM stays current.
Automatically create follow-up tasks in Anvil when a contact’s stage changes in GHL.
Sync notes from the Contacts API into Anvil to build a centralized notes hub.
Gather your API credentials and configure secure storage in Anvil.
Map the required endpoints (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) to your Anvil workflows and triggers.
Run end-to-end tests and deploy the integration to production with monitoring.
Answer paragraph 1 for FAQ 1. The GHL API provides programmatic access to your GHL resources, enabling apps like Anvil to automate workflows. You can retrieve, create, update, and delete data via RESTful calls. This integration uses standard REST methods to ensure compatibility and reliability.\nAnswer paragraph 2 for FAQ 1: Review authentication requirements and endpoint permissions to securely access contact data.
Answer paragraph 1 for FAQ 2: No-code options exist with Anvil’s visual builder to connect GHL and Contacts API. You can configure triggers, actions, and data mappings without writing code. If needed, small scripting can be used for advanced logic.\nAnswer paragraph 2 for FAQ 2: Ensure you have proper credentials and scopes configured for the integration.
Answer paragraph 1 for FAQ 3: The Contacts API exposes endpoints for contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments. The most relevant endpoints for basic operations include GET /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.\nAnswer paragraph 2 for FAQ 3: For a full list, see the Endpoint List section above.
Answer paragraph 1 for FAQ 4: Authenticate using OAuth credentials or API keys as provided by GHL. Ensure tokens are stored securely and protected. \nAnswer paragraph 2 for FAQ 4: When calling from Anvil, include necessary headers and scopes to authorize each request.
Answer paragraph 1 for FAQ 5: Yes, you can create, update, and delete Contacts, Tasks, and Notes from Anvil, depending on your scope. \nAnswer paragraph 2 for FAQ 5: Use the appropriate endpoints (POST, PUT, DELETE) to manage records in the GHL Contacts API.
Answer paragraph 1 for FAQ 6: Endpoint rate limits depend on your GHL plan and the API you use. Monitor headers for usage. \nAnswer paragraph 2 for FAQ 6: Implement retries and exponential backoff to maintain reliability.
Answer paragraph 1 for FAQ 7: Common issues include authentication failures, missing scopes, and incorrect endpoint paths. \nAnswer paragraph 2 for FAQ 7: Check logs, test with curl or Postman, and verify that your Anvil workflow maps are correct.
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