How to connect Rankr to Contacts API

Integrate Contacts API with Rankr for seamless contact management

How to connect Contacts API with Rankr

This guide walks you through authenticating, selecting endpoints, and building no‑code automations to connect the Contacts API to Rankr. You’ll learn best practices for data mapping, security, and reliable synchronization.

Auth for Contacts API

Authentication for the Contacts API uses your API key from the GHL developer portal. Include the key in the Authorization header as Bearer with each request, and ensure your calls target the Contacts API endpoints within your approved scope.

Auth for Rankr

To securely access the integrated workflow, pair Rankr with the GHL API via OAuth 2.0 or an API key provisioning step in the developer console. Store credentials securely and rotate them regularly according to security best practices.

Key Endpoints for the Contacts API

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

Top 3 Connections between Contacts API and Rankr

1) Retrieve a contact and load its tasks

Trigger: when a contact is opened or fetched in Rankr, pull the latest tasks and notes from the Contacts API to keep data in sync.

Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes

GET /contacts/:contactId; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes

Key fields: contactId; for tasks and notes, ensure the related IDs align with the contactId

Top 3 Connections between Contacts API and Rankr

2) Create and attach a task for a contact

Trigger: a new contact is added in Rankr and you want to create a starter task in GHL.

Actions: POST /contacts/ to create contact, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create a task

POST /contacts/; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks

Key fields: name, email for contact; title, dueDate for task

Top 3 Connections between Contacts API and Rankr

3) Update contact notes to reflect changes

Trigger: a note is added or updated in Contacts and you want to sync it to Rankr.

Actions: PUT /contacts/:contactId; PUT /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id to update notes (or POST to add new notes)

PUT /contacts/:contactId; PUT /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id

Key fields: contactId, noteId; ensure notes map to the correct contact

No‑Code Benefits of Connecting Contacts API with Rankr

Build powerful automations without writing code, speeding up onboarding and reducing human error.

Centralize data from multiple sources into Rankr and the Contacts API for a single source of truth.

Scale outreach and follow‑ups with reliable triggers and mapped actions across systems.

Key Terms & Glossary

Key elements include endpoints, triggers, actions, methods, and fields that drive automation between Rankr and the Contacts API.

Contact

A Contact is a person in your CRM whose data you manage via the API.

Endpoint

An Endpoint is a specific URL path you call to read or modify data in the API.

Trigger

A Trigger is an event in Rankr that starts an automation in your workflow.

Action

An Action is a function executed by the integration, such as creating or updating a contact, task, or note.

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Creative ideas for connecting Contacts API with Rankr

Idea 1: Auto‑create a contact from form submissions

Use POST /contacts/ to create new contacts automatically when a form submission occurs in Rankr, then start a follow‑up task to engage the new contact.

Idea 2: Sync meeting notes into Rankr

After a meeting, pull notes with GET /contacts/:contactId/notes and attach them to the contact in Rankr for a complete history.

Idea 3: Trigger reminders based on tasks

When a task is created or completed via the Contacts API, trigger Rankr reminders to keep follow‑ups on track.

Three Steps to connect Contacts API with Rankr

Step 1: Get credentials

Obtain your API key from the GHL developer portal and configure it in Rankr’s connectivity settings.

Step 2: Map endpoints

Map endpoints such as GET /contacts/:contactId to Rankr data fields for accurate data pulls.

Step 3: Build automations

Create workflows in Rankr or Zapier to trigger actions like creating a contact or updating a note when changes occur in GHL.

FAQs

What is the Contacts API and how do I start?

The Contacts API lets you read and modify contact data, tasks, notes, and more. Start by obtaining an API key from your GHL developer portal and add it to Rankr to begin pulling data. This integration supports no‑code automations so you can connect Rankr workflows to GHL endpoints quickly. You’ll map fields between Rankr and GHL to ensure data aligns, and you can expand functionality as your needs grow.

Available endpoints include reading contacts, their tasks, notes, and appointments, as well as creating and updating contacts and tasks. The endpoints provide both read and write capabilities, enabling comprehensive data synchronization between Rankr and GHL. Use POST for creates, GET for reads, PUT for updates, and DELETE when removing records as appropriate.

API calls are authenticated with an API key from the GHL developer portal. Include the key in the Authorization header as Bearer for every request. For added security, restrict the API key to the Contacts API scope and rotate keys on a regular schedule.

Yes. You can create or update contacts and tasks from Rankr by using the corresponding POST, PUT, and DELETE endpoints. This enables bi‑directional sync so Rankr can reflect changes in GHL and vice versa.

Triggers detect events in Rankr or GHL that start automations. Actions are the operations executed in response to those triggers, such as creating a contact, updating a note, or marking a task as completed.

No coding is required for the core integration. You can build automations using visual workflows in Rankr or Zapier, linking triggers to actions across the Contacts API and Rankr.

API credentials are found in the GHL developer portal. Endpoint details and usage guidance are documented in the same area, and you can test calls using familiar tools before implementing automations.

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Complete Operations Catalog - 126 Actions & Triggers

126
Total Operations
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Polling Triggers
71
Actions
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Contacts

10 Triggers 18 Actions
Trigger
Get Contact
Retrieve a specific contact by ID
Trigger
Search Contacts
Advanced search with filters
Trigger
Get Contacts by Business
Retrieve contacts linked to a business
Trigger
Get Duplicate Contact
Check for duplicate contacts
Trigger
Get Contact Appointments
List all appointments for a contact
Trigger
Get Contact Tasks
Retrieve all tasks for a contact
Trigger
Get Contact Task by ID
Get specific task details
Trigger
Get Contact Notes
List all notes for a contact
Trigger
Get Contact Note by ID
Retrieve specific note details
Trigger
List Contacts (Deprecated)
Legacy contact listing method
Action
Create Contact
Add a new contact to the system
Action
Update Contact
Modify existing contact information
Action
Find Contact
Search by email, phone, or ID
Action
Delete Contact
Remove a contact permanently
Action
Upsert Contact
Create or update contact automatically
Action
Add Tags to Contact
Tag contacts for organization
Action
Remove Tags from Contact
Remove specific tags
Action
Bulk Update Contact Tags
Add or remove multiple tags at once
Action
Create Contact Task
Add a new task for a contact
Action
Update Contact Task
Modify existing task details
Action
Complete Contact Task
Mark task as complete
Action
Delete Contact Task
Remove a task permanently
Action
Create Contact Note
Add notes to contact records
Action
Update Contact Note
Edit existing notes
Action
Delete Contact Note
Remove notes from contacts
Action
Add Contact to Campaign
Enroll contact in campaign
Action
Remove from Campaign
Remove contact from specific campaign
Action
Remove from All Campaigns
Unenroll from all campaigns
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Calendars & Appointments

13 Triggers 21 Actions
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List Calendar Groups
Get all calendar groups
Trigger
List Calendars
Retrieve all calendars
Trigger
Get Calendar by ID
Get specific calendar details
Trigger
Get Free Slots
Check calendar availability
Trigger
List Calendar Events
Get all scheduled events
Trigger
List Blocked Slots
View unavailable time slots
Trigger
Get Appointment
Retrieve appointment details
Trigger
List Appointment Notes
Get notes for appointments
Trigger
List Calendar Notifications
View notification settings
Trigger
Get Calendar Notification
Get specific notification
Trigger
List Calendar Resources
View rooms and equipment
Trigger
Get Calendar Resource
Get specific resource details
Action
Create Calendar Group
Set up new calendar group
Action
Update Calendar Group
Modify calendar group settings
Action
Update Group Status
Enable or disable calendar group
Action
Delete Calendar Group
Remove calendar group
Action
Validate Group Slug
Check if slug is available
Action
Create Calendar
Add new calendar
Action
Update Calendar
Modify calendar settings
Action
Delete Calendar
Remove calendar permanently
Action
Create Appointment
Book new appointment
Action
Update Appointment
Modify appointment details
Action
Delete Event
Cancel and remove event
Action
Create Block Slot
Block time on calendar
Action
Update Block Slot
Modify blocked time
Action
Create Appointment Note
Add notes to appointments
Action
Update Appointment Note
Edit appointment notes
Action
Delete Appointment Note
Remove appointment notes
Action
Create Calendar Notification
Set up reminders
Action
Update Notification
Modify notification settings
Action
Delete Notification
Remove notification
Action
Create Calendar Resource
Add room or equipment
Action
Update Calendar Resource
Modify resource details
Action
Delete Calendar Resource
Remove resource
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Opportunities

3 Triggers 7 Actions
Trigger
Search Opportunities
Find opportunities with filters
Trigger
Get Opportunity
Retrieve specific opportunity
Trigger
List Pipelines
View all opportunity pipelines
Action
Create Opportunity
Add new sales opportunity
Action
Update Opportunity
Modify opportunity details
Action
Delete Opportunity
Remove opportunity
Action
Update Opportunity Status
Change status (open, won, lost)
Action
Upsert Opportunity
Create or update opportunity
Action
Add Followers
Assign team members to follow
Action
Remove Followers
Unassign followers
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Users

4 Triggers 3 Actions
Trigger
Search Users
Find users with filters
Trigger
Filter Users by Email
Search users by email address
Trigger
Get User
Retrieve user details
Trigger
List Users by Location
Get users in specific location
Action
Create User
Add new user to system
Action
Update User
Modify user information
Action
Delete User
Remove user from system
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Conversations & Messages

8 Triggers 2 Actions
Trigger
Search Conversations
Find conversations by filters
Trigger
Get Conversation
Retrieve conversation details
Trigger
Get Email by ID
Retrieve specific email
Trigger
Get Message by ID
Get specific message details
Trigger
Get Messages by Conversation
List all conversation messages
Trigger
Get Message Recording
Retrieve voice recording
Trigger
Get Message Transcription
Get transcribed message text
Trigger
Download Transcription
Download transcription file
Action
Update Message Status
Change message read/unread status
Action
Agent Typing Indicator
Show typing indicator in chat
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Businesses

2 Triggers 3 Actions
Trigger
Get Business
Retrieve business details
Trigger
List Businesses by Location
Get all businesses in location
Action
Create Business
Add new business
Action
Update Business
Modify business details
Action
Delete Business
Remove business
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Workflows & Campaigns

3 Triggers 5 Actions
Trigger
List Workflows
Get all workflows
Trigger
List Snapshots
View available snapshots
Trigger
List Campaigns
Get all campaigns
Action
Add Contact to Workflow
Enroll in workflow automation
Action
Remove from Workflow
Unenroll from workflow
Action
Add Contact Followers
Assign followers to contact
Action
Remove Contact Followers
Unassign followers
Action
Bulk Business Update
Add/remove contacts from business
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Other Operations

20 Triggers 8 Actions
Trigger
List Locations
Get all locations
Trigger
List Custom Fields
View custom field definitions
Trigger
Get Company
Retrieve company information
Trigger
Find Associations
Search associations
Trigger
Get Association
Retrieve association details
Trigger
Get Association Key
Get key by name
Trigger
Get Association by Keys
Find by object keys
Trigger
Get Relations by Record
List record relations
Trigger
Check Blog URL Slug
Verify slug availability
Trigger
Get Blog Authors
List blog authors
Trigger
Get Blog Categories
List blog categories
Trigger
Get Blog Posts
List posts by blog
Trigger
Get Blogs by Location
List location blogs
Action
Find Location by ID
Retrieve location details
Action
Create Location
Add new location
Action
Create Association
Link related records
Action
Update Association
Modify association
Action
Delete Association
Remove association
Action
Create Relation
Establish record relation
Action
Delete Relation
Remove record relation
Action
Create Blog Post
Publish new blog post
Action
Update Blog Post
Edit blog post

✨ Key Capabilities

📊 Contact Management

  • 10 custom field slots per contact
  • Advanced search with filters
  • Duplicate detection
  • Tag management (bulk operations)
  • Full task and note management
  • Campaign & workflow enrollment

📅 Calendar Features

  • Calendar groups with slugs
  • Multiple calendar types
  • Free slot checking
  • Appointment booking system
  • Blocked slots management
  • Room & equipment resources

💼 Sales Pipeline

  • Multi-pipeline support
  • Stage management
  • Status tracking (won, lost, etc)
  • Monetary value tracking
  • User assignment
  • Follower management

🔄 Automation Ready

  • Workflow automation support
  • Campaign management
  • Polling triggers (1-15 min)
  • Real-time conversations
  • Bulk operations
  • Upsert capabilities
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