Access to the Contacts API is controlled via OAuth 2.0 tokens (scope: contacts.readonly) or API keys. Use the token in MakeForms to authorize requests for contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments.
In MakeForms, configure your GHL credentials in the MakeForms connection screen. Paste the API key or OAuth token you obtained from GHL, and keep it secure.
Common endpoints used with MakeForms: 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 new form submission creates or updates a contact in Contacts.
Actions: Upsert the contact in Contacts API and optionally create initial tasks or notes.
PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, email, firstName, lastName
Trigger: A new task is created for a contact in MakeForms.
Actions: Create or update a task in Contacts API, set status and due date.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Key fields: contactId, taskId, title, status, dueDate
Trigger: A note or appointment is created in MakeForms.
Actions: Create notes or appointments in GHL via endpoints.
POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key fields: contactId, noteId, content, date
Automate data flow between forms and your CRM without writing code.
Real-time data sync across platforms for faster workflows.
Centralized configuration that reduces manual data entry.
Definitions of API endpoints, authentication, triggers, and actions used in this integration.
A specific URL and HTTP method used to access a resource in an API.
The process of verifying identity and granting access to an API.
A callback URL used to receive event notifications from an API.
A standard authorization framework for granting access without sharing credentials.
Pull data from MakeForms to enrich contact records in the Contacts API.
Automatically create and assign tasks when a form is submitted.
Sync notes and appointments back to GHL from MakeForms to keep records up to date.
Obtain API credentials from GHL and configure them in MakeForms.
Choose endpoints for your workflow and define triggers in MakeForms.
Run tests, verify data flow, and deploy the integration.
You can authenticate using OAuth 2.0 with the required scope, or use a long-lived API key if your workflow allows. Always keep credentials secure. In MakeForms, add the GHL connection and paste the token, then test the connection using a sample submission.
Basic operations require endpoints such as GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/, POST /contacts/ for creation, PUT /contacts/:contactId for updates, and DELETE /contacts/:contactId for removal. You can also manage related data like tasks, notes, and appointments using the respective endpoints.
Map fields between MakeForms and Contacts API so data lines up correctly (e.g., firstName -> first_name, lastName -> last_name, email -> email). Use consistent formats and consider data types for dates and IDs. Test mappings with sample submissions to verify accuracy.
Rate limits vary by plan and endpoint type. Monitor response headers for remaining quota, implement exponential backoff, and batch requests where possible. If you anticipate high volume, coordinate with your GHL admin to adjust limits.
In GHL, navigate to Settings > API Keys to view or create credentials. Copy the token and paste it into MakeForms during connection setup. Keep keys secure and rotate them periodically.
Yes. Use a test or sandbox environment if available, or configure a staging workspace in GHL. Validate data flows with test submissions before going live, and monitor logs for any mismatches.
Yes. The integration is designed for no-code use. In MakeForms, configure triggers, actions, and endpoint mappings to automate data movement between submissions and the GHL Contacts API without writing code.
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