Authentication relies on a secure API token with the scope set to contacts.readonly. Store credentials safely and refresh tokens as recommended by your security policy.
The Zapier App Connector uses OAuth credentials or a connected account you authorize. Your data access is granted only for the Contacts API scope you approve.
Endpoints available in this integration:\nGET /contacts/:contactId\nGET /contacts/:contactId/tasks\nGET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId\nGET /contacts/:contactId/notes\nGET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id\nGET /contacts/:contactId/appointments\nGET /contacts/\nGET /contacts/business/:businessId\ncontacts.write\nPOST /contacts/\nPUT /contacts/:contactId\nDELETE /contacts/:contactId\nPOST /contacts/:contactId/tasks\nPUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId\nPUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed\nDELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId\nPOST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Trigger: New or updated contact in GHL triggers a sync in Zapier App Connector.
Actions: Create or update the contact in the destination app; create related tasks; attach notes.
POST /contacts/; PUT /contacts/:contactId; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: email (primary), full_name, phone, and custom fields for mapping.
Trigger: When a note or appointment is created for a contact in GHL.
Actions: Create notes and appointments in the destination app; update the contact’s notes history.
POST /contacts/:contactId/notes; GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments
Key fields: contactId; noteId; appointmentId; use email as a fallback.
Trigger: Tag changes or lifecycle events on a contact.
Actions: Update tags, apply segments, and sync lifecycle-related fields across systems.
PUT /contacts/:contactId; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Key fields: email, contactId, tagName
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This glossary explains core elements, processes, and data flows used to connect GHL’s Contacts API with the Zapier App Connector.
A defined URL path and HTTP method used to perform a specific action against an API.
The process of validating requests using tokens, API keys, or OAuth to grant access.
An event in one system that starts an automation in another.
The data carried in requests and responses between systems.
When a new contact is created in GHL, automatically create a corresponding task in the destination app to keep workflows moving.
Capture contact notes from form submissions and attach to the contact in your system via Zapier.
Use tag changes to trigger dynamic segments and automations across apps.
Authorize the Zapier App Connector to access your Contacts API data with the required scope.
Set up trigger events (like new contact) and actions (like create contact) in your Zap workflow.
Test the integration end-to-end and deploy your automations.
The Contacts API scope defines what data you can access and what operations you can perform. With contacts.readonly, you can view contacts, notes, tasks, and basic metadata, which is suitable for syncing to Zapier without making destructive changes. If you need write access, request an elevated scope and ensure admin approval before enabling it.\n
The available endpoints cover reading contacts, their tasks, notes, appointments, and basic management actions like creating and updating. You can map fields between GHL and your destination app using Zapier’s UI to ensure data parity and trigger accuracy.\n
No coding is required. The integration is designed for no-code automation, using Zapier triggers and actions to connect GHL Contacts API to your apps.\n
To authenticate, connect the Zapier App Connector with OAuth credentials or a trusted API token, ensuring the scope matches your data access needs. Test the connection to confirm read/write permissions where allowed.\n
Yes, you can map custom fields between GHL and your destination app. Use Zapier’s field mapping interface and adjust mappings as your data schema evolves.\n
Test your Zap by running sample data through the trigger and action paths. Review task logs and mapping results to verify data integrity.\n
Refer to the API reference and endpoint list in the documentation for exact paths and required parameters. If you encounter errors, review scopes, authentication, and field mappings.\n
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