Use your GHL API key and the proper scope, such as contacts.readonly, to securely authorize requests to the Contacts API and protect sensitive data.
In Zapier, connect the GHL account via the Zapier App Connector using the supported OAuth or API key flow, following the on screen prompts.
– GET /contacts/:contactId Retrieve a specific contact; – GET /contacts/ List all contacts; – GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks Get tasks for a contact; – GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId Get a specific task; – GET /contacts/:contactId/notes Get notes for a contact; – GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id Get a specific note; – GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments Get appointments for a contact; – GET /contacts/ List all contacts (alternate view); – GET /contacts/business/:businessId List contacts by business; – POST /contacts/ Create a new contact; – PUT /contacts/:contactId Update a contact; – DELETE /contacts/:contactId Delete a contact; – POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks Create a task for a contact; – PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId Update a task; – PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed Mark a task as completed; – DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId Delete a task; – POST /contacts/:contactId/tags Add tags to a contact
Trigger when you need the latest details for a specific contact and pull core fields into Zapier.
Actions include retrieving the contact data and mapping fields such as name, email, and phone into subsequent steps.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, firstName, lastName, email, phone
Pull a batch of contacts for export or bulk processing within a Zapier workflow.
Actions: fetch list via GET /contacts/, then map id, name, email, and updatedAt to downstream steps.
GET /contacts/
id, name, email, phone, updatedAt
Create a new contact or update an existing one from Zapier to keep records current.
Actions: POST /contacts/ to create; PUT /contacts/:contactId to update; map fields like name, email, phone and tags.
POST /contacts/ and PUT /contacts/:contactId
contactId (for updates), name, email, phone, tags
Automate workflows between GHL Contacts and Zapier with clicks, not code.
Keep contact data synchronized across apps and teams with real time updates.
Test and deploy quickly using built in sandbox and prebuilt actions in Zapier.
Understand the core terms and how they map to data flows in this no code integration between GHL and Zapier.
A specific URL and HTTP method used to perform an action against the GHL API, such as retrieving a contact.
GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE indicate the action to perform on a resource within the API.
A data type exposed by the API, such as contacts, tasks, or notes.
The method used to verify your identity when making requests, typically via API keys or OAuth tokens.
Create a Zapier flow that adds a new contact in GHL when a lead is captured elsewhere and kicks off a welcome task sequence.
Sync tasks between GHL and your project tool using the contactId as the bridge to keep teams aligned.
Push milestone notes to a contact in GHL to keep stakeholders informed and actions traceable.
Obtain an API key from GHL and configure the scope to contacts.readonly for read access.
Connect the Zapier App Connector to your GHL account using the supported OAuth or API key flow.
Run tests in Zapier to verify data flows for contacts, tasks, and notes before going live.
Authentication in this integration uses your GHL API key with the appropriate scope to read contact data. You may also use OAuth where supported by the connector. Keep keys secure and rotate them periodically. Zapier will guide you through the authorization flow and provide secure storage for credentials. Always follow the principle of least privilege by granting only the scopes you need.
The available endpoints cover core contact data and related resources such as tasks, notes, and appointments. With read only scope you can retrieve information using GET endpoints; for creation and updates you will need write enabled endpoints such as POST, PUT, or DELETE. The connector exposes these endpoints in a structured, easy to map format for your Zapier workflows.
Yes. You can create new contacts with POST /contacts/ and update existing ones with PUT /contacts/:contactId. When updating, provide the contactId and the fields to change. You can also attach tasks and notes to a contact during the same workflow. Map the fields in Zapier to ensure data consistency.
No heavy coding is required. The Zapier App Connector provides a no code interface to configure triggers and actions using the GHL endpoints. Some advanced use cases may benefit from custom code steps, but for standard data flows you can assemble everything with built in actions and mappings.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and the connector usage. Expect per minute quotas and concurrency limits. Build simple retry logic and exponential backoff in your Zapier workflows to gracefully handle temporary limits and ensure reliable data flow.
Yes. You can filter by business using GET /contacts/business/:businessId and by tags using the tagging endpoints. Combine filters in Zapier to segment your data and drive targeted automations across teams.
Test the connection using Zapier’s built in test feature and mock data. If issues arise, verify credentials, scopes, and endpoint paths. Check that the API terms and rate limits align with your plan, and use logging to trace failed requests.
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