Authenticate requests to the Contacts API using your API key or OAuth token and the defined scope (contacts.readonly).
Rankr uses OAuth or API keys to securely access GHL endpoints and must store credentials safely.
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: New contact created in Rankr
Actions: POST /contacts/ to create a new contact, then POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to add onboarding tasks
Methods/Endpoints: POST /contacts/, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: name, email, phone
Trigger: PUT /contacts/:contactId in GHL
Actions: PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, then notify Rankr
Methods: PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, name, email
Trigger: POST /contacts/:contactId/tags or POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/tags to assign tags; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes to add notes
Methods: POST /contacts/:contactId/tags, POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key fields: contactId, tag name, note content
Faster onboarding of new leads by syncing data in real time
Automated task creation and follow-ups
Unified view of contacts across platforms
Understand core concepts and processes used in the GHL Contacts API integration with Rankr.
An individual person in your system with identifying fields like name, email, and phone.
An assigned action tied to a contact, used to track progress and completion.
A text entry attached to a contact for context or history.
A specific API route used to read or modify data, such as /contacts/:contactId
Pull richer data from Rankr when a new contact is created and push key fields to GHL to enrich the profile.
Create follow-up tasks in GHL based on Rankr events and status changes.
Automatically apply and propagate tags between Rankr and GHL to keep segments aligned.
Obtain your API key or OAuth credentials from GHL and grant Rankr access to contacts (scope: contacts.readonly).
Configure which Rankr events trigger which API calls and map fields like name, email, and contactId.
Run tests, verify data sync in both directions, and enable automation in Zapier.
The GHL Contacts API lets you read and manage contact records in your GHL account. Access is controlled via API keys or OAuth tokens, with a scoped permission model to protect sensitive data. Start by generating your credentials in the GHL developer portal, then authorize Rankr to request the necessary scope: contacts.readonly. This ensures you can fetch contact data and related resources like tasks, notes, and tags. Always store credentials securely and rotate them regularly.
Yes. This integration supports both read and write operations for contacts and related resources. You can create new contacts via POST /contacts/, update existing ones with PUT /contacts/:contactId, and attach tasks or notes through their respective endpoints. Use caution with destructive actions like DELETE operations and implement monitoring and rollback strategies.
Supported endpoints include reading contacts, tasks, notes, appointments, and listing contacts, as well as creating and updating records and managing tags. The 17 endpoints cover common workflows such as creating a contact, assigning tasks, adding notes, and tagging. You can tailor endpoint usage to your automation needs and data model.
All API traffic should use HTTPS and OAuth or API keys. GHL enforces rate limits, and you should implement exponential backoff and retry logic. Use secure storage for credentials and rotate keys regularly. Consider IP whitelisting if available in your plan.
Authentication is token-based. You typically exchange client credentials for an access token, then include the token in the Authorization header for each request. Refresh tokens as needed and keep credentials confidential. For read-only scopes, only the required endpoints will be accessible.
Yes. You can sync notes and tasks between Rankr and the Contacts API. Map fields between systems and use the respective POST/PUT endpoints to create and update items. Schedule regular syncs to keep data aligned.
Rate limits vary by plan but typically allow a reasonable number of requests per minute. Implement retry logic with backoff and batch requests where possible to stay within limits. If you anticipate higher throughput, consider contacting support to discuss higher quotas.
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