Access to the Contacts API from Zapier App Connector is secured with OAuth 2.0 tokens or API keys. Grant the minimum scope needed (contacts.readonly is set by default) and test your connection to confirm access.
In Zapier, configure a secure connection by selecting the GHL Contacts API and completing the OAuth flow or providing credentials. Test the connection to ensure the app can read and (where allowed) write data.
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; 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 contact is created or updated in GHL.
Actions: Retrieve the contact and pull related tasks, notes, and appointments to push into your app.
Example: GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch a full profile in one flow.
Key fields: contactId, businessId, ownerId, tagSet
Trigger: Periodic or on-demand batch sync of all contacts for a business.
Actions: List contacts for a business, create or update in the App, handle pagination and merge rules.
Examples: GET /contacts/ and GET /contacts/business/:businessId
Key fields: businessId, contactId, page, perPage
Trigger: New activity entry (task/note/appointment) on a contact is created or updated.
Actions: Fetch latest activities and mirror into the App to reflect current status.
Examples: GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key fields: contactId, activityId
Automate data flows between GHL and your apps without writing code.
Reduce manual data entry and errors with real-time or scheduled data syncing.
Leverage triggers and actions to power CRM-driven workflows across tools.
This glossary introduces common API terms and explains how they map to Zapier workflows.
A specific URL path and HTTP method used to interact with the GHL API.
Methods to securely verify identity and authorize access to resources.
How results are split into pages and how to follow next links.
Event-driven notifications sent by the API when data changes.
Use a trigger on contact updates to keep your CRM, marketing, and support tools in sync.
Schedule periodic exports of contacts to your email or marketing platform for campaigns.
Create tasks in your project tool when notes or tasks are added to a contact to streamline work.
Obtain OAuth tokens or API keys and verify access.
Choose endpoints like GET /contacts/:contactId to start.
Create your Zapier triggers and actions using the endpoints.
The Contacts API exposes endpoints to read and manage contact data from GHL, enabling seamless integration with your apps. You can fetch single contacts, their tasks, notes, appointments, and even batch retrieve multiple records for syncing. The endpoints are designed to support both real time and scheduled workflows.
Authenticate via OAuth tokens or API keys in the Zapier connection settings. The token should have the required scope (contacts.readonly or full access) and you should test the connection after setup. If your app needs write access, request the appropriate scope and update the connection accordingly.
Available endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments, and batch endpoints like GET /contacts/. Use these to build triggers and actions in your Zapier flows.
No coding is required to use this integration. Zapier App Connector provides no code triggers and actions that map to API endpoints. Some field mapping may be necessary to align data between GHL and your app.
Yes. You can filter by tags or status by using query parameters or by building logic in your Zapier workflow. Filtering helps narrow results when syncing large contact lists.
Pagination is handled with page and perPage parameters. When listing many records, follow the next links or iterate pages until all data is retrieved. Set a reasonable page size to balance latency and completeness.
Common use cases include syncing contacts to CRMs, marketing tools, support desks, and analytics platforms. Triggers for new or updated contacts and activity changes help automate end-to-end workflows.
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