Use API keys or OAuth 2.0 to authorize requests to the Contacts API. Assign the scope contacts.readonly to limit access.
In Zapier, securely store and rotate credentials and configure OAuth or API keys so the app can access the Contacts API with the appropriate scope.
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, Endpoint9: 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 a new contact is created in the source system, Zapier creates or updates the contact in the Contacts API.
Actions: create or update contacts, create tasks, and attach notes to keep the contact record current.
POST /contacts/
Required fields: name, email; optional: phone, address, tags.
Trigger: a task is created or updated, which then updates the corresponding task in the Contacts API.
Actions: create or update tasks in the Contacts API, update status and due dates.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Fields: contactId, taskName, dueDate, status
Trigger: a note is added or updated for a contact.
Actions: create notes in the Contacts API and attach to the contact record.
POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
Required: contactId, noteContent; optional: noteDate
Automate repetitive CRM tasks without writing a line of code.
Deploy cross app automations quickly with a visual builder and robust data mapping.
Keep contacts and related data synchronized across tools in real time.
This section covers essential elements and processes for connecting the Contacts API with the Zapier App Connector, including authentication, endpoints, triggers, actions, and data mapping.
A set of rules and tools that lets software apps communicate and share data.
A specific URL in an API where a particular function can be executed.
OAuth 2.0 is a standard for token based authorization used to grant apps access securely.
A real time data delivery mechanism that pushes information from one app to another when events occur.
Whenever a new subscriber is captured in your marketing platform, automatically create a contact in the Contacts API via the Zapier App Connector.
Map tasks from your project management tool to the Contacts API and keep statuses aligned across apps.
Attach notes from any tool to a contact in GHL to maintain a complete activity log in one place.
Register your API credentials in Zapier and authorize the Contacts API with the appropriate scope.
Define which events you want to trigger and map fields to the Contacts API.
Run tests, review logs, and deploy to production with confidence.
The Contacts API via the Zapier App Connector lets you create, read, update, and delete contacts and related data without coding. It also supports synchronizing tasks and notes to keep contact records current. Start by creating a connection, authenticate with OAuth or an API key, and test the triggers and actions to ensure correct field mapping.
No coding is required for standard integrations. The Zapier App Connector provides a visual builder to connect apps, configure triggers and actions, and map data between systems. For more complex flows, you can still customize with API calls as needed.
Key endpoints for CRM workflows include GET /contacts/:contactId to retrieve a contact, POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, and POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to add tasks. You can also attach notes with POST /contacts/:contactId/notes and manage tags with POST /contacts/:contactId/tags.
Authentication typically uses OAuth 2.0 or API keys. In Zapier, you configure the connection once, request the required scope (for example contacts.readonly), and test access to ensure secure communication between the APPNAME and the GHL Contacts API.
Yes. Data mapping in Zapier lets you pass fields between apps in real time. Use triggers to pull changes and actions to push updates, ensuring records stay synchronized as events occur.
Common pitfalls include insufficient scope permissions, mismatched field mappings, and neglecting rate limits. Start with small test runs, enable detailed logging, and validate data integrity at each step.
Endpoint documentation and glossary are available in the developer docs for the Contacts API. The glossary defines terms like API, endpoint, and OAuth to help you design clear, maintainable integrations.
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