Authenticate GovTribe using an API key or OAuth2. Store credentials securely and rotate keys periodically. Ensure the app has the necessary scopes.
GovTribe will authenticate to the Contacts API using the chosen method (API key or OAuth). Configure client credentials, redirect URIs, and permission scopes in GovTribe’s integration settings.
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
Trigger: when a contact is created or updated in GovTribe, upsert or update the corresponding contact in the Contacts API.
Actions: upsert contact, sync related tasks, and attach notes or activity logs.
GET /contacts/:contactId
key fields: contactId, email, name
Trigger: batch updates in GovTribe push to the Contacts API when business lists change.
Actions: create or update multiple contacts, assign business relationships.
GET /contacts/business/:businessId
key fields: businessId, contactId, name
Trigger: when GovTribe tags change, update corresponding contact tags in the Contacts API.
Actions: add or remove tags on contacts; create notes if needed.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
key fields: contactId, tags
No-code setup with guided wizards and prebuilt templates.
Real-time data sync reduces manual updates and data silos.
Extensible with additional endpoints and actions as needs grow.
This glossary defines the main terms used for integrating GovTribe with the Contacts API, including endpoints, triggers, actions, and fields.
Application Programming Interface: a set of rules that GovTribe uses to talk to the Contacts API.
A specific URL path you call to perform an operation in the Contacts API.
An event in GovTribe that starts an automation to call the Contacts API.
Authentication method used to authorize GovTribe with the Contacts API (API key or OAuth).
Display key contact metrics in GovTribe and automatically sync with the Contacts API for up-to-date insights.
Trigger follow-up tasks in GovTribe when contact activity crosses thresholds, with notes in the API.
Auto-assign tags in Contacts API based on GovTribe events to segment audiences.
Obtain the API key or OAuth client credentials from the Contacts API and configure them in GovTribe’s integration settings.
Set the scope to contacts.readonly, map endpoints like /contacts and /contacts/:contactId, and align field mappings.
Run test synchronizations, verify data integrity, then enable live syncing with monitoring.
GovTribe supports API key authentication and OAuth2 for secure access to the Contacts API. Choose the method that best fits your security posture and team workflow. Keep keys confidential and rotate credentials regularly. Use vaults or secrets management to store credentials and avoid embedding them in code or UI.
For syncing, you will typically enable endpoints like /contacts and /contacts/:contactId, plus related resources such as /contacts/:contactId/tasks and /contacts/:contactId/notes. Map fields between GovTribe and the Contacts API to ensure consistency. Start with read-only scope to test, then expand to write permissions as needed.
Core fields include contactId, name, email, and related data such as tasks, notes, and tags. Depending on your needs, you may also sync businessId or company associations. Field mapping should be defined in the integration settings to ensure correct data lineage.
Real-time sync can be near-instant for certain triggers, but may depend on API rate limits and queue processing. Plan for near real-time updates for critical data and batch sync for bulk changes to optimize reliability.
Rate limits apply to both API calls and webhooks. Monitor usage in the GovTribe dashboard and implement exponential backoff retries. If you anticipate high volume, consider batch endpoints and staggered sync schedules.
When a sync fails, review error codes, fix credentials or permissions, and retry. Implement retries with backoff, logging, and alerting to ensure visibility. Use idempotent operations to avoid duplicate data.
API documentation and endpoint details are available in the official developer docs for the Contacts API. You can also access in-app integration help in GovTribe where endpoints, triggers, and field mappings are described.
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