Connect Edusign with the GHL Contacts API

GHL Contacts API x AppName: Quickstart for Edusign integration

How to connect the GHL Contacts API to AppName

This Edusign integration uses the GHL Contacts API to access contacts, their tasks, notes, and appointments from AppName. It enables seamless data flow between Edusign and your GHL CRM, with prebuilt endpoints and no-code options.

Authorize GHL API access

In this step, you’ll connect AppName to GHL by granting read-only access to contacts data (scope: contacts.readonly). Use OAuth 2.0 and securely store tokens.

Authorize AppName to access GHL data

Set up OAuth credentials for AppName, configure redirect URIs, and request the required scope. Ensure tokens are refreshed automatically.

Key Endpoints Used by Edusign

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 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 Connections Between GHL Contacts API and AppName

1) Real-time contact sync

Trigger on create or update of a contact in Edusign to keep GHL in sync.

Push core fields (name, email, phone), plus associated notes and tasks.

GET /contacts/:contactId

contactId, name, email

Top 3 Connections Between GHL Contacts API and AppName

2) Sync tasks for each contact

Trigger when a task is created or updated in Edusign.

Create or update GHL tasks to reflect Edusign tasks.

GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks

taskId, title, dueDate, status

Top 3 Connections Between GHL Contacts API and AppName

3) Notes and conversations

When a note is added or updated in Edusign for a contact.

Sync notes to GHL contact notes.

GET /contacts/:contactId/notes

noteId, content, date

No-code Benefits of this Edusign + GHL integration

Real-time sync of contacts, notes, tasks and appointments between Edusign and GHL through the API without code.

Automation triggers in AppName can act on GHL data, enabling streamlined workflows.

Centralized data and improved workflow efficiency by keeping records aligned across systems.

Key Terms & Glossary

Definitions of core terms and concepts used throughout this guide.

OAuth 2.0

An authorization framework that lets AppName access GHL data securely with limited permissions using access tokens and refresh tokens.

API Endpoint

A specific URL in the GHL API that performs an action, such as retrieving a contact or updating a task.

Scopes

Granular permissions that define what data AppName can access (for example, contacts.readonly).

Webhook

A URL that GHL uses to push real-time updates to AppName when data changes.

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Creative ideas for Edusign + GHL integration

Idea 1: Auto-create Edusign tasks in GHL

Automatically mirror new Edusign tasks into GHL as tasks to keep both teams aligned.

Idea 2: Sync contact notes to GHL

Attach Edusign notes to the corresponding GHL contact to preserve context.

Idea 3: Unified contact profile

Aggregate data from Edusign (appointments, notes, tasks) into a single GHL contact view.

3 Steps to connect GHL API with AppName

Step 1: Gather credentials

Register your app in GHL, capture Client ID/Secret, and set redirect URI.

Step 2: Configure permissions & endpoints

Request the contacts.readonly scope and set up endpoints for reads (GET /contacts, /contacts/:contactId, etc.).

Step 3: Test and monitor

Run test syncs, verify data mapping, and enable automated retries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What data can I access with the Contacts API?

You can access contact records, their tasks, notes, and appointments for contacts via GET endpoints. The read-only scope ensures you can retrieve data without modifying it. You may also pull business associations and related records to enrich your CRM view. Use retries and logging to handle rate limits and transient errors during initial setup.

Authentication is typically done with OAuth 2.0. AppName will exchange client credentials for an access token and use refresh tokens to maintain access. Store tokens securely and rotate them per security best practices. Ensure the access token is included in API requests and handle token expiration gracefully with automatic refresh.

Recommended endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, and GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments to read data as Edusign events occur. Write operations (POST, PUT, DELETE) are optional and depend on your permissions and scope. Start with reads to validate mapping before enabling writes.

No heavy code is required if you use AppName’s integration options to connect to the GHL API. You can configure OAuth credentials, scopes, and endpoint mappings via a no-code or low-code setup. Some minimal scripting may be used for data mapping if your edge cases demand it. If you prefer code, you can implement custom middleware to handle complex transformations, but it’s not required for standard sync.

Write access requires appropriate scopes (e.g., POST /contacts, PUT /contacts/:contactId) and potentially a different token with broader permissions. Review your API plan and security policies. In many cases, read-only access is sufficient for syncing data; request elevated access only if your workflow necessitates creating or updating records.

Test the integration by performing a controlled sync from Edusign to GHL and checking that fields map correctly (name, email, notes, tasks). Use sandbox/test credentials if available, monitor API responses, and log any mismatches for correction. Validate error handling and retry logic.

Monitor sync status in the AppName dashboard and GHL logs. Enable webhooks where supported to receive real-time status updates, and set up alerting for failures or retries to ensure transparent operation.

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Complete Operations Catalog - 126 Actions & Triggers

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Contacts

10 Triggers 18 Actions
Trigger
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
Trigger
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
Action
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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Bulk Update Contact Tags
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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Calendars & Appointments

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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
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Get Free Slots
Check calendar availability
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List Calendar Events
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
Enable or disable calendar group
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Delete Calendar Group
Remove calendar group
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Validate Group Slug
Check if slug is available
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Create Calendar
Add new calendar
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Update Calendar
Modify calendar settings
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Delete Calendar
Remove calendar permanently
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Create Appointment
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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Update Appointment Note
Edit appointment notes
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Delete Appointment Note
Remove appointment notes
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Create Calendar Notification
Set up reminders
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Update Notification
Modify notification settings
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Delete Notification
Remove notification
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Add room or equipment
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Update Calendar Resource
Modify resource details
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Search Opportunities
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Get Opportunity
Retrieve specific opportunity
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List Pipelines
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Create Opportunity
Add new sales opportunity
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Update Opportunity
Modify opportunity details
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Delete Opportunity
Remove opportunity
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Update Opportunity Status
Change status (open, won, lost)
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Upsert Opportunity
Create or update opportunity
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Add Followers
Assign team members to follow
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Remove Followers
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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
Find conversations by filters
Trigger
Get Conversation
Retrieve conversation details
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Get Email by ID
Retrieve specific email
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Get Message by ID
Get specific message details
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Get Messages by Conversation
List all conversation messages
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Get Message Recording
Retrieve voice recording
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Get Message Transcription
Get transcribed message text
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Download Transcription
Download transcription file
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Update Message Status
Change message read/unread status
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Agent Typing Indicator
Show typing indicator in chat
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Businesses

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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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Workflows & Campaigns

3 Triggers 5 Actions
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List Workflows
Get all workflows
Trigger
List Snapshots
View available snapshots
Trigger
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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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
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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
Establish record relation
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Delete Relation
Remove record relation
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Create Blog Post
Publish new 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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  • Tag management (bulk operations)
  • Full task and note management
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