To access the Contacts API from Houzz Pro, use the provided API credentials with the scope contacts.readonly. Authenticate requests using a secure token flow (OAuth 2.0) and keep tokens confidential. This ensures only authorized Houzz Pro users can retrieve contact information.
Within Houzz Pro, authorize the GHL Contacts API connection by granting permissions to read contact data. Store tokens securely and rotate credentials periodically to maintain security.
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: a contact is created or updated in Houzz Pro or the Contacts API.
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch details, then PUT /contacts/:contactId to sync updates; optionally use POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to assign follow-ups.
Method paths: GET /contacts/:contactId and PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, name, email, phone, tags
Trigger: a new lead enters your system via the API.
Actions: POST /contacts/ to create a new contact, then optionally POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to set next steps.
Method path: POST /contacts/
Key fields: name, email, phone, businessId
Trigger: a task or note is created or updated in the Contacts API.
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to add work items, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes to fetch notes, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to update status.
Method paths: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key fields: contactId, taskId, notes, status
Automate data synchronization between Houzz Pro and your contact database without writing code.
Centralize contact activity (tasks, notes, appointments) in one view for better client management.
Enable near real-time updates across platforms to keep data accurate and consistent.
Key concepts to help you design reliable integrations between Houzz Pro and the Contacts API, including terminology and data flow processes.
A set of endpoints and rules that let apps exchange data programmatically.
A specific URL path in an API that performs a defined action.
The process of proving identity to access a service securely.
A URL that notifies your app about events in real time.
New leads trigger POST /contacts/ to create a Houzz Pro contact, followed by tasks to guide onboarding and a notes log for context.
Aggregate data from GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, /contacts/:contactId/notes, and /contacts/:contactId/appointments into a single view.
Bidirectional data sync ensures changes in Houzz Pro reflect in the Contacts API and vice versa.
Obtain API key, set scope to contacts.readonly, and configure allowed redirect URIs for OAuth.
Implement OAuth 2.0 flow to obtain access tokens, refresh tokens, and securely store credentials.
Call sample endpoints such as GET /contacts/ and POST /contacts/ to verify permissions and data flow.
Permissions should include at least read access to contacts data (scope: contacts.readonly). This ensures Houzz Pro can retrieve contact details, tasks, notes, and appointments without modifying data. For write access, you would need explicit authorization and proper security controls. Always follow least-privilege principles to minimize risk.
Start with listing the core reads you need: GET /contacts/:contactId to pull contact data, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes for context, and GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks to track activities. These endpoints establish a reliable data foundation before expanding to write operations such as POST /contacts/ and POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks.
Use OAuth 2.0 for token-based authentication and store access tokens securely. Rotate refresh tokens regularly and implement token revocation if a breach is suspected. Use HTTPS for all requests and validate scopes on each API call to prevent over-permission.
Yes. With proper permissions (write scope), you can create and update contacts via POST /contacts/ and PUT /contacts/:contactId. Ensure data validation on both sides and implement conflict resolution when data changes from multiple sources.
Response times depend on endpoint and rate limits. For critical reads, use caching where appropriate and design webhooks or polling to keep data fresh. Real-time updates can be achieved with webhooks for specific events if supported by the API.
No heavy coding is required for basic integrations. You can use no-code automation platforms or middleware to connect endpoints. For advanced workflows or custom data transformations, light scripting or a small integration layer may be helpful.
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