To use the Contacts API with the Zapier App Connector, authenticate using your GHL developer credentials and grant the Zapier app the requested scopes (readonly by default).
During setup, authorize the Zapier App Connector to access your GHL account and select the Contacts API scope. Store credentials securely and rotate 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 a new contact is created or an existing contact is updated in Contacts API.
Actions: create or update contact, attach tasks, add notes, and tag the contact.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, name, email, phone, company, tags
Trigger: a task is created or updated for a contact.
Actions: create task, update task, set task as completed.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
taskId, contactId, title, dueDate, status, priority
Trigger: a note is added or updated for a contact.
POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
noteId, contactId, content, createdAt
Seamless no-code integration between Contacts API and Zapier App Connector.
Automate workflows without writing code, saving time and reducing errors.
Scale data flows across multiple apps and teams with ease.
Key elements include authentication, endpoints, triggers, actions, and field mapping between Contacts API and Zapier.
An interface that allows software applications to communicate with each other.
A URL on an API that performs a specific action or returns data.
The process of verifying identity and granting access to an API.
A callback URL that receives real-time updates from an API.
Automatically enrich contact records with additional data from external sources when new leads are captured.
Create and assign tasks automatically when contacts are updated to keep teams aligned.
Log notes and activity in GHL whenever actions occur in connected apps to maintain a complete history.
Request API credentials and authorize the Zapier App Connector to access Contacts API.
Choose events to listen for: new contacts, updated tasks, added notes.
Map data fields between Contacts API and Zapier, then run tests to verify data flow.
You authenticate using OAuth 2.0 with your GHL developer credentials and grant the Zapier App Connector the required scopes. After connection, you’ll see your GHL account listed in Zapier and can choose the Contacts API as the scope. If you encounter issues, verify that the credentials and scopes match the requested permissions and re-authenticate if needed. Keep an eye on token expiry and refresh as required by your OAuth provider to avoid interrupted data flows.
The available endpoints include reading contacts, their tasks, notes, appointments, and business associations, as well as creating and updating contacts and related resources. Not all endpoints may be needed for every workflow—pick only what your automation requires to minimize latency and ensure compliance.
Yes. The API supports creating and updating contacts and related resources. Deleting contacts is available via the DELETE /contacts/:contactId endpoint. Use caution and implement safeguards in your Zapier workflows to prevent unintended data loss.
No traditional coding is required. Zapier App Connector provides no-code triggers and actions that map to the Contacts API endpoints. You’ll configure the workflow, map fields, and test the run without writing code.
Map the source fields from Contacts API to your destination fields in Zapier, and vice versa for updates. Start with core fields like name, email, and phone, then map custom fields (tags, notes, etc.). Use a sample record to verify the data alignment.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and API usage. If you hit quotas, stagger requests or batch updates where possible. Monitoring API call counts in your Zapier task history helps prevent surprises.
Common issues include invalid credentials, insufficient scopes, or misconfigured field mappings. Re-authenticate, verify scopes, and re-run the test. Check the Zapier task history and the API error messages for hints on remediation.
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