Use OAuth 2.0 or API keys according to your plan; the current scope is contacts.readonly.
Zapier securely stores credentials and performs the OAuth flow when available; API keys can be used for read or write access depending on permissions.
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: supply a contactId to pull a full contact profile and its tasks, notes, and appointments.
Actions: fetch contact data, then fetch related tasks and notes; combine results for a complete view.
Methods: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments
Key fields: contactId is required; taskId is optional for specific task details.
Trigger: when a business context is available.
Actions: retrieve lists of contacts with GET /contacts/ or GET /contacts/business/:businessId.
Methods: GET /contacts/; GET /contacts/business/:businessId
Key fields: businessId required to scope results.
Trigger: contact details are updated in your system.
Actions: update contact with PUT /contacts/:contactId; optionally update related tasks with PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId.
Methods: PUT /contacts/:contactId, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Key fields: contactId required; include changed fields such as name, email, or phone.
Automate workflows without writing code by linking endpoints into Zaps.
Consolidate contact data from multiple sources for a unified view.
Prototype integrations quickly with a drag-and-drop builder and reusable steps.
A concise glossary of core terms for GHL Contacts API and Zapier App Connector.
A specific URL and HTTP method used to access or modify data in an API.
An event in your source app that starts a Zap in Zapier App Connector.
The operation Zapier performs in response to a Trigger, such as creating a contact.
The method used to securely connect to the GHL API, typically OAuth 2.0 or API keys.
Automatically pull contact tasks when a contact is read in Zapier to keep teams aligned.
Pull notes and appointments for context when a contact is opened.
Export a set of contacts to a CSV in Zapier for reporting or onboarding.
Obtain OAuth 2.0 Client ID and secret from your GHL account and configure them in the Zapier App Connector.
Authorize the connection and run a test request to verify access to GET /contacts/:contactId.
Create triggers and actions using the endpoints listed above to automate workflows.
No developer account is required for basic read-only usage in many scenarios. For full write access, you may need a developer or admin account with proper permissions. In Zapier, you will authenticate and test connections securely.
GHL supports OAuth 2.0 and API Key authentication. Zapier will handle OAuth flow where available; API keys can be used for read or write operations depending on permissions.
The main endpoints cover retrieving contacts, tasks, notes, appointments, and the ability to update or delete specific records. See the endpoint list for the full set.
Yes. PUT /contacts/:contactId can update a contact; POST /contacts/ can create a new one, while DELETE removes records. Ensure the account has write permissions.
Respect rate limits by batching requests where possible, and use Zapier’s built-in retry logic. Plan for exponential backoff in your integration.
Webhooks for real-time updates can be supported depending on your GHL plan and endpoint support. Check endpoint capabilities and documentation.
API docs are available in your GHL account or developer portal. Versioning is typically handled in the API URL and headers; refer to the docs for exact endpoints and versions.
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