How to connect Membrain to the Contacts API (GHL)

Bridge Membrain with GHL's Contacts API for seamless data flow

How to connect GHL Contacts API with Membrain

This guide walks you through authenticating, configuring endpoints, and establishing a smooth data link between Membrain and GHL using the Contacts API. Expect synchronized contact data, tasks, notes, and appointments to appear together in your unified workflow.

GHL Contacts API authentication

Authenticate requests with your GHL API key and ensure your integration has the contacts.readonly scope enabled. Use secure storage for credentials and rotate keys regularly.

Membrain authentication setup

In Membrain, configure a secure connector using OAuth2 or a dedicated API key flow provided by Membrain’s connector. Store credentials in a protected vault and apply least-privilege access.

Key endpoints you'll use

1) GET /contacts/:contactId 2) GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks 3) GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId 4) GET /contacts/:contactId/notes 5) GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id 6) GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments 7) GET /contacts/ 8) GET /contacts/business/:businessId 9) POST /contacts/ 10) PUT /contacts/:contactId 11) DELETE /contacts/:contactId 12) POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks 13) PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId 14) PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed 15) DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId 16) POST /contacts/:contactId/tags End of list. Additional endpoints may be available in your GHL plan; use only what is required for your Membrain workflows.

Best initial connections between Membrain and GHL Contacts API

Best connection 1: Retrieve a single contact

Trigger: When a new contact is created in Membrain, fetch the corresponding full profile from GHL to enrich the Membrain record.

Actions: Call GET /contacts/:contactId to pull the complete contact profile and attach it to the Membrain contact record.

GET /contacts/:contactId

Key fields: contactId (from Membrain), valid API key, Authorization header.

Best initial connections between Membrain and GHL Contacts API

Best connection 2: Read a contact's tasks

Trigger: Sync a contact’s tasks to Membrain to keep task lists aligned.

Actions: Call GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks to fetch all tasks; map fields to Membrain tasks.

GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks

Key fields: contactId, API key, authorization header.

Best initial connections between Membrain and GHL Contacts API

Best connection 3: Retrieve a specific task

Trigger: When detailed task data is needed for a Membrain activity timeline.

Actions: Call GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to pull a single task’s details.

GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId

Key fields: contactId, taskId, API key, authorization header.

No-code benefits of the Membrain–GHL connection

Zero-code data flow between Membrain and GHL allows teams to access unified contact, task, and notes data without custom development.

Accelerated onboarding with ready-to-use endpoints and mapped fields that reduce setup time.

Automated workflows: trigger Membrain actions from GHL events and vice versa for synchronized pipelines.

Key terms and glossary

A concise glossary of terms and processes used in the Membrain–GHL integration to help you configure and troubleshoot quickly.

API

An application programming interface (API) is a set of rules that lets software programs talk to each other, enabling data exchange and operations across platforms.

Authentication

The process of proving identity and permission to access a resource, typically via API keys or OAuth tokens.

Endpoint

A specific URL path in an API that performs an action or returns data when requested.

OAuth2

A secure authorization framework that gives apps limited access to user data via tokens without exposing credentials.

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Creative ideas for Membrain + GHL Contacts API integration

Idea 1: Auto-create Membrain contacts from GHL

Automatically create and enrich Membrain contacts when a new contact is added in GHL. Use GET /contacts/:contactId to pull details and sync essential fields into Membrain.

Idea 2: Sync tasks from GHL to Membrain

Map GHL tasks to Membrain tasks so teams can act on tasks from either system. Use GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks to populate the Membrain task list.

Idea 3: Attach notes for context-rich records

Pull notes from GHL into Membrain to provide full historical context for each contact, using GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.

3 steps to connect Membrain with GHL Contacts API

Step 1: Prepare credentials

Obtain your GHL API key with the necessary scopes and configure Membrain to securely store the credentials. Verify access to the /contacts endpoints.

Step 2: Map endpoints and fields

Define which Membrain fields receive data from each endpoint (contactId, tasks, notes, etc.), and set up data mappings for consistent synchronization.

Step 3: Test, automate, and monitor

Run test requests to validate data flow, enable automation rules, and set up monitoring alerts for sync failures or token expirations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need coding to connect Membrain with the GHL Contacts API?

No heavy coding is required thanks to Membrain’s connector and the straightforward REST endpoints provided by the GHL Contacts API. You can configure mappings and triggers in a few clicks, enabling automatic data flow between systems. If you do need custom logic, small scripts or automation rules can be added, but the core setup works with zero-code options.

For common workflows, you’ll primarily use GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch profiles, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks to pull tasks, and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes to retrieve notes. These endpoints cover the core data you’ll display in Membrain and keep contact histories in sync. Additional endpoints can extend functionality as needed.

Authentication relies on a secure API key or token-based flow. Store credentials in Membrain’s connector vault and include the Authorization header in each request. Rotate keys periodically and apply scoped access to limit exposure to only the necessary data.

Yes. The Contacts API supports reading core objects like contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments. You can compose views in Membrain that reflect this data, enabling richer contact records and better collaboration across teams.

GHL enforces rate limits on API calls. Plan your sync frequency accordingly and implement retry logic for transient errors. Monitoring alerts can help you detect and remediate rate-limit issues quickly.

API keys should be stored in a secure vault and never exposed in logs or UI. Use role-based access in Membrain to restrict who can view or modify credentials, and rotate keys on a regular schedule.

Data can be synced in near real-time or on a schedule, depending on your plan and setup. Start with a conservative cadence to validate data flows, then increase frequency as confidence grows. Use webhooks or polling as appropriate for your workflows.

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Get Contact
Retrieve a specific contact by ID
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Search Contacts
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Search by email, phone, or ID
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List Appointment Notes
Get notes for appointments
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List Snapshots
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List Campaigns
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Add Contact to Workflow
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List Custom Fields
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Find Associations
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