Use your GHL credentials to generate an access token with the contacts.readonly scope. Store the token securely and refresh as needed.
In Blueshift, create a new API connection to the Contacts API using the provided endpoint credentials. Choose OAuth or API key method as supported, and test access.
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; contacts.write; 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: when a contact is viewed or updated in Blueshift, pull the latest data from the Contacts API.
Actions include retrieving a contact’s details (GET /contacts/:contactId), their tasks (GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks) and options to add tasks (POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks).
Method paths: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: contactId, email
Trigger: nightly or scheduled interval to sync all contacts.
Actions: GET /contacts/ to fetch all, then GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch details.
Method paths: GET /contacts/; GET /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId
Trigger: when a task is created or updated in Blueshift, reflect changes via the API.
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
Method paths: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key fields: contactId, taskId, notesId
Automate data syncing without writing code.
Centralize contact management across Blueshift and your CRM.
Accelerate workflows with ready-to-use endpoints and triggers.
This glossary defines terms such as API, endpoint, authentication, webhook, and data fields used in this integration.
Application Programming Interface: a set of rules and protocols that allows one app to talk to another.
A URL path in the API that performs a specific action or returns data.
Methods to verify identity and grant access, such as API keys and OAuth tokens.
A cap on how many API requests you can make in a given time frame.
Automatically fetch contact details when a new lead enters Blueshift and enrich records with the latest data from the Contacts API.
Create follow-up tasks based on contact changes to drive timely outreach and ensure no lead is left behind.
Sync notes from the Contacts API to Blueshift to keep teams aligned on contact history and next steps.
In Blueshift, create a new API connection and authorize access to the Contacts API using your credentials. Confirm scopes align with your needs.
Select which contact fields to sync (name, email, phone) and map endpoints you will use (GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/).
Turn on auto-sync rules, set schedules, and monitor logs for errors to maintain data accuracy.
You can authenticate using OAuth tokens or API keys, depending on what the Contacts API supports. Ensure your token includes the required scopes for reading contact data (and writing if you plan to modify records). Regularly refresh tokens and store credentials securely. Test connectivity after setup to verify access.
Start with the core read endpoints to pull contact data (GET /contacts/:contactId) and related items like tasks (GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks) and notes (GET /contacts/:contactId/notes). This establishes a reliable baseline for syncing essential contact information before expanding to additional endpoints.
Rate limits depend on the API provider. Plan for bursts during initial syncs and implement exponential backoff retries for failed requests. Monitor error responses and adjust your synchronization frequency accordingly to avoid throttling.
Yes. Blueshift can push updates to the Contacts API and pull changes from it, enabling two-way synchronization for key fields. Configure bidirectional rules carefully to avoid conflicting updates and ensure data consistency across systems.
When an error occurs, Blueshift can retry requests with backoff. Use idempotent endpoints when possible (like GET or PUT) to prevent duplicate records. Log errors, review the failure reason, and adjust mapping or credentials as needed.
No coding is required for standard synchronizations. Use Blueshift’s visual flow builder to map fields, set triggers, and configure endpoints. Advanced scenarios can leverage custom scripts if needed, but many use cases work well with no-code setups.
API endpoint definitions are documented in your Blueshift integration settings for the Contacts API. Refer to the endpoint list above and the accompanying field mappings to understand available resources and how to call them.
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