Use your GHL API credentials and the required scope (for example, contacts.readonly). Keep credentials secure and rotate as needed.
In Zapier, connect the GHL Contacts API by selecting OAuth or API key flow, then grant the requested permissions and scopes.
The integration commonly relies on endpoints such as GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, and related paths to fetch, create, or update contact data and activities.
Trigger: New or Updated Contact
Actions: Upsert contact data, sync lead score, add notes or tasks
HTTP method path: POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update
Key fields: email, firstName, lastName, phone, leadScore
Trigger: Lead score computed in Zapier or via a scoring model
Actions: Update the contact’s leadScore via PUT /contacts/:contactId and optionally tag the contact
HTTP method path: PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, leadScore
Trigger: New contact qualifies for lead scoring and doesn’t exist in GHL yet
Actions: Create the contact via POST /contacts/ and set initial leadScore, then add notes
HTTP method path: POST /contacts/
Key fields: email, firstName, lastName, leadScore
Automate lead scoring and routing without writing code
Keep data synchronized across your tools in real-time
Easily test and iterate workflows directly in Zapier
Definitions of the main elements and processes involved in connecting Zapier to the GHL Contacts API
A numeric value that represents the likelihood a contact will convert, used to prioritize outreach and routing in your workflows
A URL path exposed by an API used to perform a specific action, such as retrieval or update of data
The process of verifying identity to access the GHL API and Zapier app (OAuth, API keys)
Automation platform that connects apps and automates workflows without code
Capture form submissions from landing pages or ads, compute a score in Zapier, and route to sales tasks automatically
Update contact records with the latest lead score and add follow-up tasks or notes
When a score crosses a threshold, trigger notifications to the sales team or initiate a nurture sequence
Connect your GHL account to Zapier and grant the required permissions and scopes
In Zapier, map the score field from the trigger to the leadScore field in GHL
Run a test, verify data flow, and enable the Zap for automation
The Lead Score by Zapier GHL Connection lets you pull contact data from GHL, apply a scoring model in Zapier, and route based on scores. It supports updating scores on existing contacts and creating new ones when needed. The workflow can trigger tasks, notes, or reminders whenever a score changes.
Key endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch a contact, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update score fields like leadScore, and POST /contacts/ to create new contacts. You can also retrieve related data via GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks or GET /contacts/:contactId/notes to enrich context for scoring.
Authentication relies on OAuth or API keys. In Zapier, connect the GHL account and choose the appropriate flow, then grant required scopes (e.g., contacts.readonly). Store credentials securely and rotate keys periodically. Test the connection with Zapier’s test flow before going live.
Yes. You can upsert existing contacts with PUT /contacts/:contactId and create new ones with POST /contacts/. If the contact exists, the update applies to that record; if not, a new contact is created and assigned a lead score.
GHL API rate limits and your plan can affect frequency. Consider staggering updates or batching where possible, and implement retries with backoff to avoid hitting limits.
Yes. Use Zapier’s test mode and sample data to validate the flow. Check both Zapier task history and the GHL activity feed to confirm scores and updates are proceeding correctly.
Lead scores appear on the contact’s record in GHL and can also be observed in Zapier task histories. For ongoing monitoring, use GHL dashboards or external reporting to visualize score trends.
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