How to connect Rankr to Contacts API

A quick guide to integrating Contacts API with Rankr

Connecting Contacts API with Rankr: a quick start

Learn how to securely connect the Contacts API to Rankr using OAuth or API keys, enabling read-only access to contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments.

Authentication for Contacts API

Authenticate requests with a GHL API token that includes the scope ‘contacts.readonly’ to protect your data when Rankr reads contact information.

App authentication in Rankr

Rankr uses OAuth tokens to securely access GHL on your behalf; store credentials safely and rotate them regularly.

Available Contacts API Endpoints

1) GET /contacts/:contactId; 2) GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks; 3) GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; 4) GET /contacts/:contactId/notes; 5) GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id; 6) GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments; 7) GET /contacts/; 8) GET /contacts/business/:businessId; 9) write access to contacts (see endpoints 10-17); 10) POST /contacts/; 11) PUT /contacts/:contactId; 12) DELETE /contacts/:contactId; 13) POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; 14) PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; 15) PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed; 16) DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; 17) POST /contacts/:contactId/tags

Top 3 connections between Contacts API and Rankr

Read a single contact

Triggered when a contact is opened in Rankr to fetch up-to-date profile data.

Actions: fetch contact profile, load related tasks and notes, and surface key fields.

GET /contacts/:contactId

id, name, email, phone, and custom fields

Top 3 connections between Contacts API and Rankr

List a contact's tasks

Triggered when reviewing a contact’s activity to audit task history.

Actions: retrieve tasks for a contact, filter by status, and paginate results.

GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks

taskId, title, dueDate, status

Top 3 connections between Contacts API and Rankr

Fetch a contact's notes

Triggered when viewing a contact’s documentation history.

Actions: retrieve notes and note details for a contact.

GET /contacts/:contactId/notes

noteId, content, createdAt, updatedAt

No-code benefits for GHL Contacts API and Rankr

No-code integrations speed setup and automate contact workflows without custom development.

Read and update contact data directly from Rankr using RESTful endpoints with no server code needed.

Seamless syncing of tasks, notes, and appointments between GHL and Rankr for a unified workflow.

Key terms and glossary

Key elements include endpoints, fields, triggers, and actions that define how Rankr talks to the GHL Contacts API.

API Endpoint

A specific URL path and HTTP method used to perform an action against the API.

Authentication

The process of proving identity and obtaining access tokens for API calls.

OAuth

Open Authorization; a secure framework for delegating access between apps.

Scope

Permissions granted to an app describing what data it can read or write.

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3 creative ideas for integrating Contacts API with Rankr

Idea 1: Trigger-driven contact updates

Set up triggers to pull fresh contact data into Rankr when a contact is updated in GHL.

Idea 2: Task-based automation

Automate task creation and syncing based on contact activity and stages.

Idea 3: Notes-based summaries

Aggregate notes from GHL into Rankr to generate concise contact summaries.

3 steps to connect Contacts API with Rankr

Step 1: Gather credentials

Collect your GHL API credentials and set the proper scope (contacts.readonly) for Rankr.

Step 2: Configure endpoints

Map the endpoints you plan to use (read contact, read tasks, read notes) in Rankr’s connector settings.

Step 3: Test and monitor

Run test calls, verify data alignment, and monitor for errors and token expiry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What data can I access with the Contacts API using Rankr?

Rankr can read contact data via the Contacts API without server code. You can fetch profiles, tasks, notes, and appointments. The read-only scope helps protect your data while you explore capabilities. For actions beyond reading, upgrade scopes accordingly.

No heavy server code is required—Rankr’s connector uses standard REST calls. You configure endpoints and fields, and Rankr handles the API calls. Some advanced automations may require minimal scripting if you need custom logic.

Use OAuth tokens or API keys issued by GHL, with the access restricted to your Rankr app. Store tokens securely and rotate them on a set schedule. Rankr’s UI helps manage token lifecycles.

The primary scope for read-only access is contacts.readonly. Depending on your setup, additional scopes may be required for tasks or notes. Always follow the principle of least privilege.

Writing or updating data is possible if your GHL tokens include write permissions (e.g., contacts.write). Ensure you understand latency and data integrity considerations when performing writes.

Use sandbox or test endpoints where available. Validate with sample records, check response codes, and monitor rate limits. Rankr provides built-in test calls to validate connectivity.

Endpoint documentation is available in your GHL developer portal and the Rankr docs. These pages reference the specific endpoints listed above and show example requests and responses.

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Complete Operations Catalog - 126 Actions & Triggers

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Total Operations
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Polling Triggers
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Contacts

10 Triggers 18 Actions
Trigger
Get Contact
Retrieve a specific contact by ID
Trigger
Search Contacts
Advanced search with filters
Trigger
Get Contacts by Business
Retrieve contacts linked to a business
Trigger
Get Duplicate Contact
Check for duplicate contacts
Trigger
Get Contact Appointments
List all appointments for a contact
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Get Contact Tasks
Retrieve all tasks for a contact
Trigger
Get Contact Task by ID
Get specific task details
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Get Contact Notes
List all notes for a contact
Trigger
Get Contact Note by ID
Retrieve specific note details
Trigger
List Contacts (Deprecated)
Legacy contact listing method
Action
Create Contact
Add a new contact to the system
Action
Update Contact
Modify existing contact information
Action
Find Contact
Search by email, phone, or ID
Action
Delete Contact
Remove a contact permanently
Action
Upsert Contact
Create or update contact automatically
Action
Add Tags to Contact
Tag contacts for organization
Action
Remove Tags from Contact
Remove specific tags
Action
Bulk Update Contact Tags
Add or remove multiple tags at once
Action
Create Contact Task
Add a new task for a contact
Action
Update Contact Task
Modify existing task details
Action
Complete Contact Task
Mark task as complete
Action
Delete Contact Task
Remove a task permanently
Action
Create Contact Note
Add notes to contact records
Action
Update Contact Note
Edit existing notes
Action
Delete Contact Note
Remove notes from contacts
Action
Add Contact to Campaign
Enroll contact in campaign
Action
Remove from Campaign
Remove contact from specific campaign
Action
Remove from All Campaigns
Unenroll from all campaigns
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Calendars & Appointments

13 Triggers 21 Actions
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List Calendar Groups
Get all calendar groups
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List Calendars
Retrieve all calendars
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Get Calendar by ID
Get specific calendar details
Trigger
Get Free Slots
Check calendar availability
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List Calendar Events
Get all scheduled events
Trigger
List Blocked Slots
View unavailable time slots
Trigger
Get Appointment
Retrieve appointment details
Trigger
List Appointment Notes
Get notes for appointments
Trigger
List Calendar Notifications
View notification settings
Trigger
Get Calendar Notification
Get specific notification
Trigger
List Calendar Resources
View rooms and equipment
Trigger
Get Calendar Resource
Get specific resource details
Action
Create Calendar Group
Set up new calendar group
Action
Update Calendar Group
Modify calendar group settings
Action
Update Group Status
Enable or disable calendar group
Action
Delete Calendar Group
Remove calendar group
Action
Validate Group Slug
Check if slug is available
Action
Create Calendar
Add new calendar
Action
Update Calendar
Modify calendar settings
Action
Delete Calendar
Remove calendar permanently
Action
Create Appointment
Book new appointment
Action
Update Appointment
Modify appointment details
Action
Delete Event
Cancel and remove event
Action
Create Block Slot
Block time on calendar
Action
Update Block Slot
Modify blocked time
Action
Create Appointment Note
Add notes to appointments
Action
Update Appointment Note
Edit appointment notes
Action
Delete Appointment Note
Remove appointment notes
Action
Create Calendar Notification
Set up reminders
Action
Update Notification
Modify notification settings
Action
Delete Notification
Remove notification
Action
Create Calendar Resource
Add room or equipment
Action
Update Calendar Resource
Modify resource details
Action
Delete Calendar Resource
Remove resource
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Opportunities

3 Triggers 7 Actions
Trigger
Search Opportunities
Find opportunities with filters
Trigger
Get Opportunity
Retrieve specific opportunity
Trigger
List Pipelines
View all opportunity pipelines
Action
Create Opportunity
Add new sales opportunity
Action
Update Opportunity
Modify opportunity details
Action
Delete Opportunity
Remove opportunity
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Update Opportunity Status
Change status (open, won, lost)
Action
Upsert Opportunity
Create or update opportunity
Action
Add Followers
Assign team members to follow
Action
Remove Followers
Unassign followers
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Users

4 Triggers 3 Actions
Trigger
Search Users
Find users with filters
Trigger
Filter Users by Email
Search users by email address
Trigger
Get User
Retrieve user details
Trigger
List Users by Location
Get users in specific location
Action
Create User
Add new user to system
Action
Update User
Modify user information
Action
Delete User
Remove user from system
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Conversations & Messages

8 Triggers 2 Actions
Trigger
Search Conversations
Find conversations by filters
Trigger
Get Conversation
Retrieve conversation details
Trigger
Get Email by ID
Retrieve specific email
Trigger
Get Message by ID
Get specific message details
Trigger
Get Messages by Conversation
List all conversation messages
Trigger
Get Message Recording
Retrieve voice recording
Trigger
Get Message Transcription
Get transcribed message text
Trigger
Download Transcription
Download transcription file
Action
Update Message Status
Change message read/unread status
Action
Agent Typing Indicator
Show typing indicator in chat
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Businesses

2 Triggers 3 Actions
Trigger
Get Business
Retrieve business details
Trigger
List Businesses by Location
Get all businesses in location
Action
Create Business
Add new business
Action
Update Business
Modify business details
Action
Delete Business
Remove business
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Workflows & Campaigns

3 Triggers 5 Actions
Trigger
List Workflows
Get all workflows
Trigger
List Snapshots
View available snapshots
Trigger
List Campaigns
Get all campaigns
Action
Add Contact to Workflow
Enroll in workflow automation
Action
Remove from Workflow
Unenroll from workflow
Action
Add Contact Followers
Assign followers to contact
Action
Remove Contact Followers
Unassign followers
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Bulk Business Update
Add/remove contacts from business
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Other Operations

20 Triggers 8 Actions
Trigger
List Locations
Get all locations
Trigger
List Custom Fields
View custom field definitions
Trigger
Get Company
Retrieve company information
Trigger
Find Associations
Search associations
Trigger
Get Association
Retrieve association details
Trigger
Get Association Key
Get key by name
Trigger
Get Association by Keys
Find by object keys
Trigger
Get Relations by Record
List record relations
Trigger
Check Blog URL Slug
Verify slug availability
Trigger
Get Blog Authors
List blog authors
Trigger
Get Blog Categories
List blog categories
Trigger
Get Blog Posts
List posts by blog
Trigger
Get Blogs by Location
List location blogs
Action
Find Location by ID
Retrieve location details
Action
Create Location
Add new location
Action
Create Association
Link related records
Action
Update Association
Modify association
Action
Delete Association
Remove association
Action
Create Relation
Establish record relation
Action
Delete Relation
Remove record relation
Action
Create Blog Post
Publish new blog post
Action
Update Blog Post
Edit blog post

✨ Key Capabilities

📊 Contact Management

  • 10 custom field slots per contact
  • Advanced search with filters
  • Duplicate detection
  • Tag management (bulk operations)
  • Full task and note management
  • Campaign & workflow enrollment

📅 Calendar Features

  • Calendar groups with slugs
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  • Free slot checking
  • Appointment booking system
  • Blocked slots management
  • Room & equipment resources

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  • Workflow automation support
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