How to connect Deel to the Contacts API

Contacts API x Deel: Unified data flow for contacts, tasks, and notes

Step-by-step guide to connect the Contacts API with Deel through Rankr

This guide walks you through authenticating, configuring scopes (contacts.readonly), and mapping data between Deel and the GHL Contacts API so your team can manage contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments without leaving your workflows.

Authenticate the Contacts API (GHL)

Use OAuth 2.0 client credentials or an API key with the required scope of contacts.readonly. Store credentials securely and rotate them regularly.

Authenticate Deel App connection

Authorize Deel to access the Contacts API via Rankr’s Zapier Connector. Ensure the user has read access to contacts. Scope: contacts.readonly.

Key API endpoints used to connect Deel with the Contacts API

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; 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

Top 3 connection patterns for Contacts API x Deel

1) Real-time contact and task sync

Trigger: when a contact is created or updated in Deel or when tasks are added or updated for that contact in GHL, then synchronize data both ways.

Actions: create or update a contact in the GHL Contacts API from Deel; create or update tasks and attach notes; keep field mappings in sync for name, email, phone, tags, and task details.

Core methods include POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks.

Key fields: contactId, email, firstName, lastName, status, tags; for tasks: taskId, subject, dueDate, status.

Top 3 connection patterns for Contacts API x Deel

2) Task and notes synchronization

Trigger: changes to a contact’s tasks or notes in Deel or GHL should flow to the other system.

Actions: push new or updated tasks and notes to GHL; sync updates back to Deel; maintain id mappings across systems.

Endpoints involved: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes

Key fields: contactId, taskId, notesId, content, createdAt

Top 3 connection patterns for Contacts API x Deel

3) Tag-based segmentation and lifecycle automation

Trigger: applying or updating tags on a contact in Deel or GHL triggers automations.

Actions: apply or remove tags in GHL; update related notes and fields to reflect lifecycle stage.

API endpoint: POST /contacts/:contactId/tags

Key fields: contactId, tagId, tagName

No-code benefits for Deel and the Contacts API

Automate data flow between Deel and GHL without writing code, using visual builders and presets.

Speed up setup with ready-made templates, drag-and-drop mappings, and test sandboxes.

Keep data in sync across Deel and GHL automatically, reducing manual data entry.

Glossary of key terms

This section defines the core elements: endpoints, triggers, actions, and fields, plus the data mapping processes used to connect Deel with the GHL Contacts API.

Contacts API

The API surface used to read and write contact records, notes, tasks, and related data within the GHL system.

OAuth 2.0

A standard for delegating access securely, used to authorize third-party apps to access GHL resources.

Endpoint

A specific API route that performs a defined action, such as reading or writing data.

Webhook

Real-time event notifications from GHL or Deel that trigger downstream automations.

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Creative ideas for deploying Deel with the Contacts API

Idea: Build a contact-centric workflow

Create a single source of truth for Contacts in Deel and GHL by syncing core fields and key activity like tasks and notes, enabling automated follow-ups.

Idea: Task-first automation for follow-ups

Automate task creation when new contacts are added, and auto-close tasks when milestones are reached, reducing manual work.

Idea: Tag-based segmentation for campaigns

Use contact tags to segment audiences and trigger targeted campaigns across Deel and GHL from a single workflow.

Three steps to connect Deel with the Contacts API

Step 1: Authenticate and authorize

Obtain OAuth tokens for GHL and Deel, configure scopes (contacts.readonly), and securely store credentials.

Step 2: Map data fields

Create a field map between Deel contact fields and GHL contact fields; map tasks and notes to corresponding fields.

Step 3: Test and deploy

Run tests in a sandbox, verify triggers and actions, then deploy to live with monitoring enabled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this integration require coding?

Yes, you can configure many aspects of the integration without writing code by using visual builders and templates. The core logic relies on standard API calls and webhooks. You will need to set up authentication and field mappings to begin. Ensure you test thoroughly in a sandbox before going live. The setup is designed for no-code workflows to accelerate onboarding. If you need custom logic, you can extend the no-code flows with conditional branches and additional endpoints as your use case grows.

You can sync core contact data (name, email, phone, tags), tasks related to contacts, notes, and basic appointment data. It also supports reading lists of contacts and filtering by business or other identifiers. You can extend to include tags, notes, and task status changes as triggers in your automations.

The most frequently used endpoints are GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch a contact, POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, and POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create tasks. Tasks and notes endpoints are used to keep activity synchronized across Deel and the GHL system.

Use OAuth 2.0 or a secure API key and restrict the access to the minimum scope required (contacts.readonly). Store credentials in a secure vault, rotate them periodically, and monitor for unusual activity. Consider using rate limits and retries to handle transient failures gracefully.

Yes. Map fields between Deel and GHL in the connector or zero-code builder. You can map standard fields like name, email, and phone, as well as custom fields and related task data. Validate mappings with test data before applying to live data flows.

If a conflict occurs (for example, a field updated in both systems at the same time), implement a last-writer-wins or a versioning strategy in your mapping. The connector can be configured to prefer the most recent update or to present a conflict resolution step in your automation.

Support is available through Rankr docs, community forums, and the Rankr support team. For technical issues, provide your account ID, the endpoints involved, and a sample payload to get quicker assistance.

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Contacts

10 Triggers 18 Actions
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Get Contact
Retrieve a specific contact by ID
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Search Contacts
Advanced search with filters
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Get Contacts by Business
Retrieve contacts linked to a business
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Get Duplicate Contact
Check for duplicate contacts
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Get Contact Appointments
List all appointments for a contact
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Get Contact Tasks
Retrieve all tasks for a contact
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Get Contact Task by ID
Get specific task details
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Get Contact Notes
List all notes for a contact
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Get Contact Note by ID
Retrieve specific note details
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List Contacts (Deprecated)
Legacy contact listing method
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Create Contact
Add a new contact to the system
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Update Contact
Modify existing contact information
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Find Contact
Search by email, phone, or ID
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Delete Contact
Remove a contact permanently
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Upsert Contact
Create or update contact automatically
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Add Tags to Contact
Tag contacts for organization
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Remove Tags from Contact
Remove specific tags
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Add or remove multiple tags at once
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Create Contact Task
Add a new task for a contact
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Update Contact Task
Modify existing task details
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Complete Contact Task
Mark task as complete
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Delete Contact Task
Remove a task permanently
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Create Contact Note
Add notes to contact records
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Update Contact Note
Edit existing notes
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Delete Contact Note
Remove notes from contacts
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Add Contact to Campaign
Enroll contact in campaign
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Remove from Campaign
Remove contact from specific campaign
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Remove from All Campaigns
Unenroll from all campaigns
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List Calendar Groups
Get all calendar groups
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List Calendars
Retrieve all calendars
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Check calendar availability
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Get all scheduled events
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List Blocked Slots
View unavailable time slots
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Get Appointment
Retrieve appointment details
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List Appointment Notes
Get notes for appointments
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List Calendar Notifications
View notification settings
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Get Calendar Notification
Get specific notification
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List Calendar Resources
View rooms and equipment
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Get Calendar Resource
Get specific resource details
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Create Calendar Group
Set up new calendar group
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Update Calendar Group
Modify calendar group settings
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Update Group Status
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Remove calendar group
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Validate Group Slug
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Create Calendar
Add new calendar
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Update Calendar
Modify calendar settings
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Remove calendar permanently
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Book new appointment
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Update Appointment
Modify appointment details
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Delete Event
Cancel and remove event
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Create Block Slot
Block time on calendar
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Update Block Slot
Modify blocked time
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Create Appointment Note
Add notes to appointments
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Edit appointment notes
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Remove appointment notes
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Create Calendar Notification
Set up reminders
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Modify notification settings
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Remove notification
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Search Opportunities
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Get Opportunity
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List Pipelines
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Create Opportunity
Add new sales opportunity
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Update Opportunity
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Remove opportunity
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Update Opportunity Status
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Create or update opportunity
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Search Users
Find users with filters
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Filter Users by Email
Search users by email address
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Get User
Retrieve user details
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List Users by Location
Get users in specific location
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Create User
Add new user to system
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Update User
Modify user information
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Delete User
Remove user from system
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Search Conversations
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Get Conversation
Retrieve conversation details
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Get Email by ID
Retrieve specific email
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Get Message by ID
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Get Messages by Conversation
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Get Message Recording
Retrieve voice recording
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Update Message Status
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Get Business
Retrieve business details
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List Businesses by Location
Get all businesses in location
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Create Business
Add new business
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Update Business
Modify business details
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Delete Business
Remove business
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3 Triggers 5 Actions
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List Workflows
Get all workflows
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List Snapshots
View available snapshots
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List Campaigns
Get all campaigns
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Add Contact to Workflow
Enroll in workflow automation
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Remove from Workflow
Unenroll from workflow
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Add Contact Followers
Assign followers to contact
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Unassign followers
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20 Triggers 8 Actions
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List Locations
Get all locations
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List Custom Fields
View custom field definitions
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Get Company
Retrieve company information
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Find Associations
Search associations
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Get Association
Retrieve association details
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Get Association Key
Get key by name
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Get Association by Keys
Find by object keys
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Get Relations by Record
List record relations
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Check Blog URL Slug
Verify slug availability
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Get Blog Authors
List blog authors
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Get Blog Categories
List blog categories
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Get Blog Posts
List posts by blog
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Get Blogs by Location
List location blogs
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Find Location by ID
Retrieve location details
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Create Location
Add new location
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Create Association
Link related records
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Update Association
Modify association
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Delete Association
Remove association
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Create Relation
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Delete Relation
Remove record relation
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Create Blog Post
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Update Blog Post
Edit blog post

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📊 Contact Management

  • 10 custom field slots per contact
  • Advanced search with filters
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