Begin by obtaining your GHL API credentials and granting the appropriate scope (contacts.readonly). Store tokens securely and rotate them according to your security policy.
Register the eKyte app in your GHL developer console to enable OAuth2 or token-based access. Use the client ID and secret to request access tokens and ensure the app can read and write the necessary data.
Key endpoints include: 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: when a new contact is created or updated in GHL; pull related tasks and notes via GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.
Actions: synchronize the contact profile, associated tasks, and notes; create or update tasks as needed; attach notes to the contact record.
Methods to use: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, taskId, noteId
Trigger: on demand or scheduled sync to refresh the contact list.
Actions: pull GET /contacts/ and GET /contacts/business/:businessId; enrich contacts with business data; update eKyte records accordingly.
Methods: GET /contacts/, GET /contacts/business/:businessId
Fields used: contactId, businessId, name, email
Trigger: when a new contact or task is created in eKyte, push to GHL.
Actions: POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to update tasks.
Methods: POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId, DELETE /contacts/:contactId
Fields: contactId, taskId
Automates data synchronization between systems, reducing manual data entry.
Provides a unified view of contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments in one place.
Speeds up onboarding and improves customer experiences with real-time updates.
This glossary defines the main concepts you’ll encounter when integrating the Contacts API with eKyte, including endpoints, authentication, and data fields.
A specific URL that you call to perform an action in the service, such as GET /contacts/:contactId.
The process of verifying identity and granting access tokens to call APIs securely.
Standard for token-based authorization used by many APIs to grant scoped access.
Event-driven notifications that the API can send to your app to signal changes in data.
Set up an automation that creates onboarding tasks for new contacts using POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, ensuring a proactive onboarding experience.
When a contact is updated, push changes to a centralized task or CRM board using PUT /contacts/:contactId and related endpoints to keep all systems in sync.
Automatically attach notes added in eKyte to the corresponding contact via POST /contacts/:contactId/notes or GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.
Obtain your API credentials from the GHL developer console and authorize the app to read and write contact data.
Set up the required endpoints (as listed above) and implement secure token handling (OAuth 2.0 or API keys).
Test with sample contacts and tasks, verify data mapping, and deploy to production with monitoring.
Yes, there are rate limits that apply based on your GHL plan. Typical integrations operate within a reasonable daily quota. If you anticipate high volume, consider batching requests and using exponential backoff to stay within limits. If limits are reached, contact support to discuss a higher quota or alternative strategies. 2) Time-bound tasks can be batched to reduce API calls while maintaining data freshness.
Yes. You generally need a developer account and an installed app in GHL to access the API. The API provides read and write scopes, and you should request the minimum necessary permissions for your integration. Keep client credentials secure and rotate them periodically. 2) Use OAuth 2.0 as the preferred flow to obtain access tokens with appropriate scopes.
Yes. You can update tasks and notes using PUT and POST endpoints. Ensure you have the correct permissions and that your data mappings align with GHL fields. 2) Validate updates in a test environment before deploying to production to prevent data loss or inconsistencies.
Authentication is token-based, typically via OAuth 2.0. You’ll use access tokens to authorize API calls and refresh tokens to maintain sessions. Store tokens securely and implement token rotation and revocation handling. 2) Always use HTTPS and follow best practices for securing client secrets and redirect URIs.
Yes, you can connect multiple apps to the same GHL API, but each app may require its own credentials and scopes. Plan scope carefully to avoid over-permissioning. 2) Use distinct OAuth clients and ensure proper isolation of data between apps.
Webhooks are supported to notify your app of changes in real time. You can subscribe to events such as contact updates, task changes, and note additions. 2) Build retry logic and endpoint verification to handle delivery failures gracefully.
Endpoint usage examples are available in the developer docs and within this page’s content. Look for sample requests, response structures, and data mapping guides to accelerate implementation.
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