Authorize access to the Contacts API using the required credentials and tokens so Zapier can read and write contact data.
Authenticate the Zapier App Connector against your GHL workspace using the supported authentication method.
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: pull the latest details for a contact using GET /contacts/:contactId.
Actions: fetch contact fields like name, email, status and map them into downstream workflows.
GET /contacts/:contactId
Requires: contactId; optional: include related data via query parameters.
Trigger: retrieve all tasks for a contact with GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks.
Actions: pull task list and statuses to drive to-do apps and reminders.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Requires: contactId; optional: taskId to fetch a specific task.
Trigger: retrieve a single task by ID with GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId.
Actions: pull task details and map fields like due date and status.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Requires: contactId and taskId.
Automate data flow between GHL and your apps without writing code.
Consistent contact data mapping across platforms with minimal setup.
Centralized authentication and endpoint access simplifies maintenance.
A quick glossary of terms used in this guide and how the integration process works.
A REST based API that lets you access resources like contacts, tasks and notes via standard HTTP methods.
A specific URL path for an API operation that returns data or performs an action.
The process to verify identity and grant access, typically via API keys or OAuth tokens.
The maximum number of API requests allowed in a given timeframe.
Create new contacts in GHL from new leads in your CRM and trigger welcome workflows.
Update marketing automation tools when a contact’s lifecycle stage changes in GHL.
Push contact information to Sheets or Airtable for reporting and analysis.
Authenticate and authorize the Zapier App Connector with your GHL workspace to access contacts data.
Choose relevant endpoints like GET contacts and tasks and map fields to your workflow.
Run tests to verify data flow, then enable the automation in Zapier.
To start, create a Zapier connection for the GHL Contacts API and authorize access to your GHL workspace. Then add a Zap that calls GET endpoints to pull contact data. If needed, test with a sample contact ID to verify the response. The Zap can then route data to your CRM, marketing tools, or spreadsheets.
The available endpoints include fetching a contact, its tasks, notes, and related data, as well as creating, updating, or deleting contacts and tasks. Choose endpoints that match your workflow, and map fields accordingly in Zapier.
Authentication is handled via API tokens or OAuth credentials. Make sure your Zapier app has the correct permissions scope and that tokens are refreshed as needed to maintain access.
API usage may be rate-limited. If you hit a limit, implement exponential backoff in your Zaps and stagger requests across time to avoid throttling.
Use Zapier’s field mapping to align GHL contact fields with those in downstream apps. You can create custom mappings for name, email, phone, and custom fields to ensure clean data transfer.
If you encounter errors, check the endpoint paths, verify authentication, and review the API response codes. Start with a minimal test Zap and gradually add steps to isolate the issue.
Bulk operations are supported for some endpoints like creating contacts, tagging, or bulk updates. Review API docs for batch options and ensure you handle partial failures gracefully.
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