To access the GHL Contacts API from APPNAME, obtain an OAuth 2.0 access token with the scope ‘contacts.readonly’. Register a GHL API app, authorize APPNAME, and include the token in the Authorization header (Bearer
In your no‑code platform (e.g., Zapier), create a secure connection for APPNAME and authorize the GHL account. The connection stores tokens securely and can auto‑refresh as needed.
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 you need the latest contact data in APPNAME, fetch details from GHL using GET /contacts/:contactId.
Actions: Retrieve the contact data and map fields such as name, email, phone, company, and tags into APPNAME.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, name, email, phone, company, tags
Trigger: When tasks are updated in APPNAME, pull task data from GHL with GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks.
Actions: Create or update tasks in APPNAME to mirror GHL task data.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, taskName, dueDate, status, completed
Trigger: When notes are added in APPNAME, fetch related notes from GHL using GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.
Actions: Attach notes in APPNAME to the corresponding contact timeline.
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
contactId, noteId, noteContent, createdAt
Zero‑code integration: connect APPNAME to GHL without custom development.
Real‑time data sync and visibility across teams.
Faster setup with secure token management and automatic refresh.
This glossary defines API Endpoint, Trigger, Action, Method Path, and Key Fields as used in the APPNAME ↔ GHL connection.
A specific URL pattern used to access a resource in the GHL API (for example GET /contacts/:contactId).
An event in APPNAME that starts a data sync or action with GHL.
An operation performed in response to a Trigger, such as fetching or updating a contact.
The specific endpoint path used in a request (e.g., /contacts/:contactId).
Automatically enrich contact records in APPNAME by pulling data from GHL on contact creation.
Sync tasks from GHL into APPNAME to build a complete activity timeline.
Attach notes from GHL to contact histories in APPNAME for richer context.
Register APPNAME in GHL to obtain client credentials and request an access token.
Choose the required endpoints (e.g., GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks) and configure triggers and actions in APPNAME.
Run tests to ensure data sync and then enable the integration for your team.
The integration uses the contacts.readonly scope to pull data from GHL. This ensures you can view contacts, tasks, notes, and related history without making changes. If write access is required, you must request an elevated scope or use separate write-enabled endpoints under strict authorization. Always adhere to least-privilege principles to protect data.
Authenticate by registering APPNAME in GHL to obtain client credentials, then authorize the connection in your no-code platform (e.g., Zapier) to receive an access token. Tokens should be stored securely and refreshed automatically when needed. Use the Bearer token in Authorization headers for each API call.
Read-only endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments, and GET /contacts/. These allow you to retrieve data without modifying it. If you need write endpoints, you must configure the appropriate scopes.
With the default scope, write operations are not available. To update contacts from APPNAME, you would need elevated permissions (e.g., contacts.write) granted by GHL and implemented in a supported workflow. Plan carefully and test any write actions in a staging environment.
Tokens typically expire after a set period. Use the refresh token to obtain a new access token without re-authenticating. The integration should handle token refresh automatically, minimizing downtime.
No heavy coding is required. The workflow can be built in a no-code platform like Zapier, using triggers (on events in APPNAME) and actions (fetching/updating data via GHL endpoints). Advanced users can add custom scripting if needed, but it’s not required for basic sync.
Sync activity can be monitored through the no-code platform’s task history and built-in logs. You can also review GHL API usage and endpoint responses to diagnose issues. For ongoing visibility, set up alerting on failed sync attempts.
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