Access to the Contacts API requires a secure token. Use OAuth 2.0 tokens or API keys to authorize requests from the Zapier App Connector.
Zapier securely stores and uses your credentials to authenticate calls to the GHL Contacts API, keeping sensitive data protected.
Primary read endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, and GET /contacts/. Write and update operations are available with POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, and related task endpoints. A full list (21+ endpoints) is provided in the reference section for precise integration planning.
Trigger: New or updated contact in the Contacts API
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Methods: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Required: contactId; Optional: include related data like tasks and notes
Trigger: New contact created in Zapier from the app
Actions: POST /contacts/, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Methods: POST /contacts/, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Key fields: contact data (name, email), task details
Trigger: Batch update of contacts in GHL
Actions: GET /contacts/, GET /contacts/business/:businessId, PUT /contacts/:contactId
Methods: GET /contacts/, GET /contacts/business/:businessId, PUT /contacts/:contactId
Fields: contactId, businessId, batch size
Faster automation: connect data without writing code
Centralized workflows: orchestrate contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments in one place
Scalable integrations: reuse endpoints across templates and Zaps
Understand endpoints, triggers, and actions to build reliable automations between GHL and Zapier.
A URL and HTTP method used to access a resource in an API, for example GET /contacts/:contactId.
The method to prove identity for API access, typically OAuth 2.0 tokens or API keys.
An event in GHL that starts a Zap workflow, such as a new or updated contact.
An operation performed by an automation, such as creating or updating a contact or task.
Create a new contact in GHL when a form is submitted, then auto-create introductory tasks and notes.
Update contact status and append notes as users progress through onboarding milestones.
Sync large contact lists from your app into GHL with delta updates and conflict handling.
Authorize Zapier to access your GHL Contacts API credentials securely.
Select and map the endpoints you need, plus field mappings for seamless data transfer.
Run tests to verify data flow and deploy your Zap templates.
The Contacts API supports OAuth 2.0 tokens and API keys for authentication. Use the credentials provided by your GHL account and securely store them in Zapier. Follow best practices to rotate tokens regularly.
Core read endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes. Use these to fetch related data in a single flow.
Yes. The Zapier App Connector can perform create and update operations via POST /contacts/ and PUT /contacts/:contactId. Ensure you pass required fields such as name and email.
Zapier will automatically retry failed requests according to its retry policy. Implement idempotent operations on writes to avoid duplicates.
GHL applies rate limits on endpoints. Plan your Zapier tasks to avoid bursts and consider batching requests when possible.
Use Zapier’s built-in test step or a sandbox environment to validate endpoint calls and payloads before enabling live automations.
API reference is available in your GHL developer docs. You can also view example payloads and endpoint maps in the page’s sections above.
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