Authenticate API requests with your GHL API key and the appropriate scope such as contacts.readonly or full access. Store credentials securely and rotate keys regularly.
In Zapier, create or select a connection for the App Connector. Use OAuth 2.0 if offered, or an API key as required by the endpoint. Test the connection before enabling automations.
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: retrieve or update a contact to start a workflow
Actions: fetch contact data, create or update tasks, add notes, schedule appointments, and tag contacts
Example methods and paths: GET /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts, PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, taskId, notesId, appointmentId, businessId
Trigger: new or updated task data
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to update; DELETE as needed
Methods: POST, PUT, DELETE on tasks endpoints
Fields: contactId, taskId, dueDate, status, description
Trigger: notes updates or new appointments
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, POST /contacts/:contactId/notes, GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments, POST /contacts/:contactId/appointments
Methods: GET and POST for notes and appointments
Fields: contactId, id, timestamp, content, appointmentId
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This glossary defines elements like endpoints, triggers, actions, and data fields used when connecting the GHL API with the Zapier App Connector.
The GHL API that lets you access Contacts, Tasks, Notes, Appointments, and more from your own tools and automations.
A URL path that represents a specific resource and operation in the API.
An event in one app that starts a Zap in Zapier.
An operation performed by Zapier in response to a trigger.
Fetch new leads with GET /contacts and automatically create or update contacts in Zapier workflows, with tagging and segmentation.
Sync tasks between your project tool and GHL by posting to /contacts/:contactId/tasks and updating as work progresses.
Push notes and meeting appointments into GHL to maintain a complete contact timeline.
Generate a GHL API key with appropriate permissions and add the Zapier App Connector as a trusted client.
In Zapier, select the GHL Contacts API as the trigger source and map actions such as create contact, add task, or log notes.
Run tests to verify data flow, check rate limits, and deploy the workflow to production.
No coding is required to set up basic automations. You can connect the GHL Contacts API to Zapier using standard triggers and actions that map fields between apps. Start with simple reads and writes to validate data flow.
Yes. The integration leverages the Contacts API endpoints listed in this guide, including reads for contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments. You can trigger on creates or updates and also pull related data to enrich automations.
Connections use API keys with proper scope and encryption in transit. Use Zapier’s connection tests and rotate keys regularly. For added security, enable OAuth where available and restrict access to trusted apps.
Yes. You can filter by business or tag by using query parameters where supported (for example, businessId) or by tagging contacts in GHL prior to syncing with Zapier. Combine with Zapier filters for precise workflows.
GHL rate limits apply. If you hit limits, Zapier will back off and retry with exponential backoff. Plan for pagination when pulling lists and batch operations where possible.
Yes. You can create tasks with POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks and update with PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId. Deleting tasks is also supported where appropriate.
To revoke access, disconnect the Zapier app or revoke the GHL API key in your admin settings. After revocation, rotate credentials and re-test the connection before re-enabling automations.
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