Access to the Contacts API requires secure authentication. Obtain OAuth credentials or an API key from the GHL developer portal and grant BambooHR the requested scopes. Store tokens securely and rotate credentials regularly.
BambooHR uses OAuth 2.0 for app-to-app authentication. Register the BambooHR app in GHL’s developer console, configure redirect URLs, and exchange authorization codes for access tokens to authorize API requests.
The following Contacts API endpoints are commonly used when connecting BambooHR to GHL: – 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 – GET /contacts/:contactId (from list of contacts) – 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: A new BambooHR contact is created, fetch details via GET /contacts/:contactId to populate GHL.
Actions: Retrieve contact details, pull notes and tasks, and map fields to GHL contact records.
GET /contacts/:contactId
Required: contactId; mappings include name, email, phone
Trigger: Updates in BambooHR should sync to GHL using PUT /contacts/:contactId
Actions: Upsert core contact fields (name, email, title) via PUT /contacts/:contactId; propagate changes to GHL.
PUT /contacts/:contactId
contactId; mapped fields: name, email, department
Trigger: Deleting a contact in BambooHR should result in deletion or archiving in GHL via DELETE /contacts/:contactId
Actions: Remove the corresponding GHL contact and associated records; ensure tasks/notes are handled gracefully
DELETE /contacts/:contactId
contactId
No-code data sync with automation templates or integration platforms, reducing custom development time.
Real-time or scheduled data sync without writing code, enabling rapid onboarding of new hires into GHL.
Built-in error handling, retries, and conflict resolution help maintain data integrity.
Key elements include authentication, endpoints, triggers, actions, and data mapping. This section explains how data flows between BambooHR and the GHL Contacts API.
The process of validating requests and issuing tokens to authorize API access securely.
A specific URL that performs a defined operation in the API, such as retrieving a contact.
An authorization framework that lets apps access user data without sharing passwords, using tokens.
How BambooHR fields map to the Contacts API fields in GHL.
Automatically pull new BambooHR hires into GHL as contacts using the GET /contacts/:contactId endpoint and friendly field mappings.
Schedule regular pulls of job title, department, and contact info from BambooHR to enrich GHL contact records.
Create follow-up tasks in BambooHR based on important changes detected in GHL contacts.
In BambooHR, register an API integration and capture client ID, client secret, and redirect URL to configure OAuth with GHL.
In the GHL developer portal, add the Contacts API scope (contacts.readonly) and set the redirect URL to your BambooHR app.
Run test requests against GET /contacts/:contactId and verify data mapping and error handling.
Yes, you can start with no-code automation using an integration platform or GHL workflows that call the Contacts API. Basic tasks show how to map fields and trigger fetches. If you need deeper control, you can introduce custom scripts or webhooks for events. This approach helps teams move quickly without complex development.
Essential endpoints typically include GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch a contact, GET /contacts/ for lists, POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, and DELETE /contacts/:contactId to remove. Depending on your needs, you may also pull notes, tasks, and tags related to contacts. This provides a solid core for a basic sync.
Yes. No-code options exist via integration platforms or GHL workflows that can call the Contacts API. For more advanced scenarios, you can add custom logic or use webhooks. No-code does not mean featureless—it covers most common sync patterns with templates.
Security is built around OAuth 2.0 tokens or API keys. Never expose tokens in client apps; rotate credentials regularly; use scoped access; and log requests for auditing. If a token is compromised, revoke it and regenerate credentials promptly.
Yes. You can upsert or delete BambooHR contacts from GHL by using PUT /contacts/:contactId or DELETE /contacts/:contactId, with careful field mapping to avoid data loss. Consider using soft deletes or archival to maintain history when needed.
Data mapping ensures BambooHR fields map correctly to Contacts API fields in GHL. Define required fields (name, email, id) and how optional attributes (department, title) flow between systems. Test maps with sample records and adjust as your data model evolves.
If a BambooHR contact is deleted, you can choose to also delete or archive the corresponding GHL contact. Implement a cleanup rule to orphan tasks or notes and ensure data integrity across both systems.
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