Authenticate using OAuth 2.0 with the required scope of contacts.readonly for reading data. Request additional scopes if you need write access and store credentials securely.
Configure OAuth credentials in the Zapier app or use a secure API key method. Keep secrets safe and rotate credentials regularly.
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; 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
Trigger on a new or updated contact to pull the profile, its tasks, and notes into Zapier.
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
GET /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, email, name
Trigger: a contact is updated in GHL; Action: update the contact in Zapier and refresh notes.
Actions: PUT /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, updatedFields
Trigger: New contact is created; Action: automatically create an initial follow-up task.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: contactId, taskName, dueDate
Automate data flows without writing code using triggers and actions to keep systems in sync.
Set up complex workflows visually in minutes and deploy across teams.
Reliably handle retries, errors, and data integrity with built in connector features.
Definitions of API terms and how data moves between GHL and the Zapier App Connector.
A URL and HTTP method used to perform an action on a resource.
A unit of work assigned to a contact, such as a follow up item.
A mechanism for receiving real time notifications from another service.
The process of proving identity to access an API, typically via OAuth or API keys.
Create a starter task automatically when a contact enters your CRM to kick off follow up.
Push new or updated notes to your knowledge base for quick reference.
Group rapid updates and send batched data at intervals to improve performance.
Collect your GHL API credentials and Zapier OAuth details.
Align Contacts fields with Zapier fields and endpoints.
Run tests and validate data flow, error handling, and retries.
The Contacts API provides access to contact records, tasks, notes, and appointments in GHL. It supports read only operations by default with the scope you choose. For broader access, request additional scopes from your GHL admin.
Authentication is done via OAuth 2.0 and API keys. Configure a client in GHL and authorize the Zapier app to access only the needed scopes. Store credentials securely and rotate them regularly.
Endpoints include reading a single contact, its tasks, notes, and related records as listed in the endpoint overview. Use these endpoints to assemble complete contact records for automation.
Yes, the API supports write operations under the proper scopes: POST, PUT, DELETE for creating and updating records. Follow idempotent practices and validate responses.
In Zapier, use the Test Trigger and Test Action steps to verify connectivity and data mapping. Use sample data to ensure fields align with your target apps.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan. Use caching and debouncing to minimize calls. Implement exponential backoff for retry logic in Zapier workflows.
If errors occur, check the API response and status codes. Enable logging in Zapier and review GHL API docs. Open support with relevant IDs if issues persist.
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