Connect securely by using your GHL API credentials to authorize requests to Contacts API. Ensure the correct scopes (readonly for queries, write when creating or updating) are granted and rotate tokens regularly.
Connekter authenticates to the GHL Contacts API using OAuth tokens tied to your account. Store tokens securely and pass them with each request to maintain a seamless connection.
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 API Endpoint9: 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
Use when you need a full profile for a contact to personalize outreach or actions inside your automations.
Actions include retrieving the contact record and pulling related notes and tasks to drive personalized workflows.
GET /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, name, email, phone
Use to monitor task progress and sync tasks to your CRM or project tool.
Actions: list tasks, filter by status, and update task state as needed.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: taskId, status, dueDate, description
Trigger when you need details on a single task for review or update.
Actions: retrieve task details, update status, and sync back to automations.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Key fields: taskId, name, completed, dueDate
Rapid setup: launch integrations in minutes without writing code.
Visual workflows: drag-and-drop automations connect Connekter and the Contacts API with ease.
Scalability: reuse connectors across teams and apps with consistent data formats.
This glossary explains core elements and processes you’ll encounter when linking Connekter with the Contacts API, including endpoints, tokens, and data fields.
A specific URL pattern offered by an API to perform an action, such as GET /contacts/:contactId to retrieve a contact.
A token that grants access to API resources. Exchange it for access rights and renew before expiry.
A framework for authorizing access without sharing passwords. Uses access and refresh tokens with scopes.
The maximum number of API requests allowed in a time window. Plan accordingly to avoid throttling.
Capture new leads in your CRM, then push a personalized welcome sequence to new contacts via Connekter and the Contacts API.
Automatically segment contacts based on interactions and sync segments to marketing campaigns in real time.
Coordinate tasks between Connekter and your project tools by updating task states via the Contacts API.
Obtain and securely store your OAuth tokens for the Contacts API in Connekter.
Set up the required endpoints in Connekter to read contact data, tasks, and notes as needed.
Test connections, validate data mapping, and deploy your workflow to live environments.
The Contacts API exposes a set of read and write endpoints that let you fetch contact data, tasks, notes, appointments, and more. Connekter acts as the glue to connect your workflows to these endpoints without writing code. This page highlights how to leverage those endpoints safely and efficiently.
Authentication is done via OAuth tokens issued for your GHL account. Pass tokens with each request and ensure the correct scopes are granted. Rotate tokens periodically and keep credentials secure.
The primary read endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes. Write operations are POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, and related endpoints to update or delete data.
Token management and scope configuration are essential. Use least-privilege scopes, store tokens securely, and implement automatic refresh when possible. Regularly review permissions for each integration.
Yes. You can sync tasks, notes, and other related data between Connekter and the Contacts API by mapping fields and triggering updates from your automations.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan. Plan your calls, batch requests when possible, and implement exponential backoff to handle temporary throttling.
For troubleshooting, check error messages in your logs, verify endpoint permissions, and test payload mappings. Common examples include missing fields or invalid IDs.
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