Use OAuth 2.0 to obtain an access token for making requests to the Contacts API. Store tokens securely in Zapier and refresh as needed.
Connect Zapier App Connector to GHL by authorizing the app to access Contacts data; you’ll receive a token or key to include in requests.
GET /contacts/:contactId — fetch a single contact; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks — list tasks for a contact; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — get a specific task; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes — list notes; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id — note details; GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments — fetch appointments; GET /contacts/ — list contacts; GET /contacts/business/:businessId — list contacts by business; POST /contacts/ — create contact; PUT /contacts/:contactId — update; DELETE /contacts/:contactId — delete; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks — create task; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — update; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed — mark complete; DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — delete task; POST /contacts/:contactId/tags — add tags
Trigger: when a contactId is provided, fetch the full contact profile from GHL.
Actions: return contact fields such as name, email, phone, tags, and related notes.
GET /contacts/:contactId
Required: contactId. Optional: fields to limit data.
Trigger: provide contactId to retrieve tasks.
Actions: return task list with status, due dates, and assignees.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Required: contactId. Optional: taskId to filter.
Trigger: create a new task for a given contact.
Actions: set title, due date, priority, and notes for the new task.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Required: contactId, task title. Optional: dueDate, notes, and tags.
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A person stored in the Contacts module with profile data, notes, tasks, and activities.
A specific API URL that performs an operation on data.
An event that starts a workflow or data fetch.
An operation performed by an automation (read, create, update, delete).
Capture new leads via your form app and push them into GHL as contacts with initial data and tags.
Create or update tasks in GHL from updates in your project management tool.
Attach notes to contacts automatically when events occur in connected apps.
Obtain OAuth tokens and authorize Zapier App Connector to access Contacts data.
Choose endpoints, set field mappings, and test connections.
Run end-to-end tests, verify data integrity, and go live.
No coding is required. The Zapier App Connector lets you connect GHL’s Contacts API with visual builders and templates. Use triggers and actions to automate data flow. If you’re comfortable with basic field mappings, you can set up most integrations in minutes. You can also reuse templates and workflows to speed up deployment and ensure consistent results.
GET /contacts/:contactId returns the contact profile with core fields like name, email, phone, and custom fields. You can then pull related data such as tasks, notes, and appointments for that contact via nested endpoints. Use this data to populate CRM views, automate updates, or trigger follow-up actions in connected apps.
Authenticate with OAuth 2.0 by granting the Zapier App Connector access to your GHL account. Zapier receives an access token for API calls and can refresh it automatically. Store tokens securely in Zapier and rotate credentials as recommended, keeping permissions aligned with your data access needs.
Yes. You can update a contact using PUT /contacts/:contactId by sending a payload with the fields to modify. Include only the data you want to change and ensure you have write scope for the Contacts API. Responses confirm updates or provide validation errors if required fields are missing.
Yes, you can read tasks and notes tied to a contact via GET endpoints. You can also create new tasks with POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks and fetch notes with GET /contacts/:contactId/notes. This supports comprehensive activity tracking across your connected apps.
Deleting a contact via DELETE /contacts/:contactId removes the contact record from GHL. Relationships with other data (tasks, notes) may be handled according to your account settings and related endpoints. If you need to preserve history, consider archiving or moving data before deletion.
Both GHL API and the Zapier App Connector enforce rate limits. If you approach quotas, implement exponential backoff and retries. For large migrations, stagger requests and batch operations where supported to minimize throttling.
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