Access to the Contacts API is controlled by a scoped credential. Scope: contacts.readonly ensures read access to contact data. Use your GHL API credentials to authorize requests from the Zapier App Connector.
The Zapier App Connector authenticates to GHL using OAuth 2.0. After you grant access, Zapier can read contact information and trigger workflows within Chaport via the Contacts API.
Key endpoints include: 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, plus create/update/delete operations such as POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, PATCH-like endpoints for tasks and notes.
Trigger: a contact’s task is updated in Chaport.
Actions: create or update tasks in Chaport from Zapier, and push status changes to related apps.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: contactId, taskId, status, dueDate
Trigger: a new note is added to a contact in Chaport.
Actions: create, update, or attach notes to a contact via Chaport.
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Fields: contactId, id, noteType, text
Trigger: a new appointment is created in Chaport.
Actions: create or update appointments in Chaport from Zapier.
GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments
Fields: contactId, appointmentId, startTime, endTime
Automate routine updates without writing code.
Build multi-step workflows with simple triggers and actions.
Centralize data flow between Chaport and GHL in a single, automated pipeline.
This glossary defines core terms and processes used in the Chaport–GHL integration and helps you build effective automations.
The GHL API is the platform’s programmatic interface that lets you access Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Appointments from external apps.
A person or business entity stored in your GHL account, used to tie together data across endpoints.
Actions assigned to a contact, such as calls, emails, or reminders, tracked by the API.
Direct messages or comments linked to a contact, stored in Chaport and visible in GHL context.
Trigger on new notes to auto-create follow-up tasks in Chaport via the Contacts API.
Push updated contact fields to GHL to keep data consistent across apps.
Send Chaport notes when an appointment is scheduled to ensure teammates are informed.
Connect your GHL account and grant the scope: contacts.readonly to enable read access.
Select Chaport as the API, and map fields such as contactId, notes, and tasks to your workflows.
Create a test trigger, run a sample, and turn the automation on when ready.
Authentication to the GHL Contacts API is typically done with OAuth 2.0 or API tokens, depending on your setup. Start by creating a connected app in GHL and granting the requested scope (contacts.readonly). In Zapier, configure the connection to use those credentials so triggers and actions have access to contact data. Always follow security best practices when storing tokens. In practice, you’ll authorize once and refresh as needed.
The Contacts API exposes endpoints for retrieving and managing contact data, including GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, and GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments, among others like GET /contacts/ and GET /contacts/business/:businessId. Use these to assemble flows that read, update, or create related items. The endpoint list is thorough and can be filtered to your use case.
Yes. The Chaport/Contacts API supports both read and write operations depending on the credentials and endpoint. You can create new contacts with POST /contacts/ and modify existing ones with PUT /contacts/:contactId. Ensure your app connection has the proper permissions before attempting writes.
No coding is required to build many automations with Zapier App Connector. You can configure triggers, actions, and field mappings with a visual workflow builder. For complex logic, you can add simple filters and multi-step paths without writing code.
To test your connection, run a quick test from Zapier’s connection setup or use a sample contact to trigger the workflow. Check the logs for responses, debug any mapping errors, and ensure that data sync occurs as expected between Chaport and GHL.
Common API errors include invalid credentials, insufficient scope, rate limits, and missing required fields. Review the response codes, re-authenticate if tokens expire, and adjust your request payload to match the endpoint requirements.
The full API endpoint list is provided in the integration guide and in the endpoint references within the Zapier App Connector. You can review the documented paths there and search for specific resources like contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments.
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