Authenticate requests to the Contacts API using the appropriate scope (e.g., contacts.readonly for read access). Ensure your access token or API key is secured and stored in the Zapier App Connector credentials section. Use OAuth 2.0 where supported for long-lived tokens.
Authorize the Zapier App Connector to access the GHL Contacts API. Use OAuth 2.0 flow or API key-based authentication as provided by your GHL account, and keep tokens confidential. Rotate credentials periodically and follow least-privilege practices.
– GET /contacts/:contactId (Retrieve a single contact) – GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks (List a contact’s tasks) – GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId (Retrieve a specific task for a contact) – GET /contacts/:contactId/notes (List notes for a contact) – GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id (Retrieve a specific note) – GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments (List a contact’s appointments) – GET /contacts/ (List all contacts) – GET /contacts/business/:businessId (List contacts for a business) – contacts.write (Permissions for writing under the Contacts API) – POST /contacts/ (Create a new 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 for a contact) – PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed (Mark a task as completed) – DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId (Delete a task for a contact) – POST /contacts/:contactId/tags (Tag a contact)
Trigger: A new or updated contact is detected in GHL, prompting Zapier to fetch the contact data.
Actions: Create or update the corresponding contact in Zapier App Connector; map fields such as contactId, name, email, phone, and custom fields.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, name, email, phone
Trigger: When a contact’s tasks are updated in GHL, fetch the list via GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks.
Actions: Create or update related task records in APPNAME; include taskId, title, dueDate, status.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, title, status
Trigger: Notes added or updated for a contact in GHL.
Actions: Create or update notes in APPNAME; map noteId, content, createdAt.
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
contactId, id, content
Fast setup with no coding required to connect the Contacts API to Zapier App Connector.
Automate data synchronization for contacts, tasks, and notes to streamline client workflows.
Scale outreach and internal processes by triggering actions across apps using robust webhooks and mappings.
A concise glossary of essential terms used in this guide, including endpoints, triggers, actions, and key fields, to help you design effective automations.
A defined URL and HTTP method used to access a specific resource in the GHL API.
Methods to securely verify identity before granting access to GHL resources (e.g., API keys, OAuth 2.0).
A permission string that determines what actions an app can perform on the GHL API.
A mechanism for GHL to push events to external apps like Zapier App Connector.
Create a Zap to pull updated contacts and generate a summary report in your analytics tool or email.
Set up a workflow where a trigger in another app creates or updates tasks for a contact in GHL.
Sync notes between the Contacts API and your note-taking app to maintain a complete history.
Obtain API credentials from GHL for the Contacts API, then enter them into the Zapier App Connector to establish a secure connection.
Select endpoints (e.g., GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks) and map GHL fields to APPNAME fields.
Run a test to verify data flow, resolve any mapping issues, then enable the Zapier integration for live workflows.
The Contacts API requires appropriate permissions based on the data you need to access. For read-only access, use the contacts.readonly scope. For read-write capabilities, ensure your token has the necessary write permissions. Always restrict access to the minimum required scope to adhere to best security practices. Separate environments or test credentials are recommended for development and production to prevent accidental data changes.
Yes. You can chain multiple endpoints within a single Zap by adding multiple actions that call different endpoints. Be mindful of rate limits and pagination if you are pulling large datasets. Use filters and batching where supported to optimize performance.
Common methods include API keys and OAuth 2.0. OAuth 2.0 is preferred for long-term, secure access, while API keys can be suitable for simple integrations. Always follow the authentication method recommended by GHL and store credentials securely in the Zapier App Connector.
Use the built-in Test feature in Zapier to run endpoint calls with sample data. You can also test endpoints directly with curl or Postman to verify responses before wiring them into your Zap.
Common issues include expired tokens, missing scopes, incorrect endpoint paths, and network connectivity problems. Check your credentials, verify scopes, confirm URL paths, and review pagination or rate limit messages in the API response. Enable detailed logs in the Zapier App Connector to aid troubleshooting.
Create a test Zap with sample data to map fields and preview outcomes. Use sandbox or test records when available, and compare results against expected mappings to ensure data integrity before going live.
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