To access Contacts API securely, configure OAuth 2.0 or API keys in your GHL developer settings and grant the Zapier App Connector the scope: contacts.readonly.
In Zapier, connect your Zapier App Connector to your GHL instance and ensure the app has the required permissions to read contact data (and write if needed).
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 — Retrieve notes for a contact; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id — Get a specific note; GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments — List appointments for a contact; GET /contacts/ — List contacts; GET /contacts/business/:businessId — List contacts for a business; Scope: contacts.write — Write permission; POST /contacts/ — Create a contact; PUT /contacts/:contactId — Update a contact; DELETE /contacts/:contactId — Delete a contact; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks — Create a task for a contact; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Update a task; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed — Mark task completed; DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Delete a task; POST /contacts/:contactId/tags — Add tags to a contact
Trigger: Retrieve a single contact to populate your CRM or workflows
Actions: Use the GET endpoint to fetch contact fields and map them into your app.
GET /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: id, name, email, phone, status
Trigger: When tasks are created or updated for a contact
Actions: Retrieve and map tasks using GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks and related endpoints
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Fields: taskId, title, dueDate, status
Trigger: Notes added or appointments scheduled for a contact
Actions: Sync notes and appointments via GET /contacts/:contactId/notes and GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Fields: noteId, content, appointmentDate, location
No-code automation lets you connect apps and automate workflows without writing a line of code.
Real-time data synchronization ensures teams stay aligned across tools.
Centralized workflows let you orchestrate tasks, notes, and appointments from a single pane.
Key elements include API endpoints, authentication, data mapping, error handling, and rate limits used to integrate Contacts API with the Zapier App Connector.
A specific URL path and HTTP method used to perform an operation against the API.
The process of proving identity and obtaining access tokens to call API resources securely.
Authorization framework for token-based access to APIs, often with scopes and expiry.
A URL endpoint that receives real-time data pushes from an API to trigger automation.
Trigger on contact changes to auto-create tasks via POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks and map fields accordingly.
When a form is submitted, use PUT /contacts/:contactId to update fields in Contacts API.
Post a message to your Slack or Teams channel when notes are added via GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.
Authorize the Zapier App Connector to access Contacts API with the required scope: contacts.readonly.
Choose a trigger like GET /contacts/:contactId and map to actions using other endpoints.
Run tests to verify data is mapped correctly and deploy your Zapier workflow.
You’ll need at least read permissions for contacts data, typically exposed as scopes like contacts.readonly. In many setups, write permissions are controlled separately (contacts.write) and must be granted if you intend to modify data. Always apply the principle of least privilege to limit access to only what’s needed.
Yes. The endpoints include read and write capabilities. Use POST to create, PUT to update, and DELETE to remove contacts, tasks, or notes as permitted by your app’s scopes. Ensure that your mapping in Zapier preserves data integrity.
Authentication is typically handled via OAuth 2.0 tokens or API keys. In Zapier, connect the app and authorize access to the Contacts API with the appropriate scopes. Rotate tokens regularly and store credentials securely.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and API tier. If you hit limits, implement exponential backoff and batch requests where possible. Consider caching and efficient field mapping to minimize calls.
Yes. You can fetch a list of tasks for a contact with GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks. You can also create and update tasks using POST and PUT endpoints in the sequence shown above.
Notes can be retrieved with GET /contacts/:contactId/notes. Appointments can be fetched with GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments. Use these to populate your app and trigger workflows.
In Zapier, map each API field to a corresponding field in your target app. Use the endpoint responses to populate forms, CRM records, or task objects, and test mappings thoroughly.
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