Access to the Contacts API requires a scoped OAuth 2.0 flow. Use the provided API key and the scope contacts.readonly to fetch data securely.
Connect Ecwid by Lightspeed to GHL using OAuth credentials and a shared app registration; exchange tokens securely and refresh periodically.
GET /contacts/:contactId — Retrieve a single contact; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks — List tasks for a contact; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Get a specific task; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes — List notes; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id — Get a note; GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments — List appointments; GET /contacts/ — List contacts; GET /contacts/business/:businessId — List contacts for a business; POST /contacts/ — Create a contact; PUT /contacts/:contactId — Update a contact; DELETE /contacts/:contactId — Delete a contact; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks — Create a task; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Update a task; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed — Mark a task complete; DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Delete a task; POST /contacts/:contactId/tags — Add tags to a contact.
Trigger: pull a contact profile along with its tasks and notes to keep records up to date.
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
GET /contacts/:contactId; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key fields: contactId, name, email, phone, mostRecentTask
Trigger: new or updated contact in Ecwid by Lightspeed should create or synchronize the contact in GHL and attach required tasks.
Actions: POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
POST /contacts/; PUT /contacts/:contactId; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: contactId, email, firstName, lastName, businessId
Trigger: contact removal in Ecwid by Lightspeed should be removed in GHL and related tasks archived.
Actions: DELETE /contacts/:contactId; DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
DELETE /contacts/:contactId; DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Key fields: contactId
Real-time sync between Ecwid by Lightspeed and GHL reduces manual data entry.
Customizable triggers and actions enable repeatable workflows.
Scales with new endpoints and business requirements without extra code.
Essential terms and processes for integrating the GHL Contacts API with Ecwid by Lightspeed, including endpoints, authentication, and data mapping.
An interface that allows apps to communicate with each other.
Verifying identity and access rights before granting API access.
A specific URL path and method for an API operation.
A URL where the API can send real-time event notifications.
Capture new Ecwid customers as GHL contacts and enrich with tasks and notes.
Create and assign tasks in GHL when Ecwid events occur.
Map businessId fields to contact groups in GHL.
Register your app in GHL and Ecwid to obtain client IDs and secrets.
Set scopes to contacts.readonly and map endpoints.
Use sandbox tests to verify data flow before going live.
With the Contacts API you can read contact details, associated tasks, notes, and appointments to keep your CRM aligned with Ecwid by Lightspeed. Data can be retrieved using GET endpoints, enabling you to build dashboards, reports, and automated workflows.
No-code options exist via Zapier App Connector that can connect Ecwid and GHL without custom code. However, you can also implement custom middleware if you need complex mappings or conditional logic.
Real-time capability depends on endpoint usage and polling; you can set webhooks for updates when supported. In many use cases, near real-time syncing is achievable with efficient polling intervals.
To start, read a contact, then fetch related tasks, notes, and appointments as needed. Use GET and POST/PUT/DELETE as required for full lifecycle management.
OAuth 2.0 flow with client credentials or authorization code grant is used. Include scope of contacts.readonly for read access; use refresh tokens to maintain access.
Rate limits vary by endpoint and plan; plan for retries and backoff. Monitor headers and implement exponential backoff in client apps.
Yes, you can update contacts and tasks using PUT, POST, and DELETE endpoints. Ensure you have proper permissions and test changes in a sandbox first.
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