Learn how to securely authenticate requests to the GHL API using API keys and OAuth flows supported by the endpoint set.
This section covers how Paperform authenticates with external services, including how to store and rotate API keys safely.
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 Paperform submissions to fetch contact data from GHL using GET /contacts/:contactId.
Actions include pulling contact fields, notes, and tasks to surface data in Paperform.
GET /contacts/:contactId
Required fields: contactId; Optional: businessId, notes, tasks
Trigger on a form submit to upsert a contact via POST /contacts/ or PUT /contacts/:contactId.
Map form data to GHL contact fields and use endpoints 10 and 11 to create or update records.
POST /contacts/ or PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key fields: contactId, email, name, businessId
On submission, create and assign tasks via POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks and update as completed via PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed
Link form responses to tasks and notes to keep activity in sync with the contact profile.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Fields: contactId, taskId, status (completed), dueDate
Speed up onboarding by automatically creating and updating contacts from Paperform without custom code.
Maintain real-time data consistency across Paperform and GHL with live sync.
Scale workflows with automated tasks, notes, and appointments tied to each contact.
Core elements include Contacts, Tasks, Notes, Appointments and how the API endpoints power CRUD operations.
A person or organization stored in GHL with contact details and associated data.
A to-do item linked to a contact, with status and due date information.
A text entry attached to a contact for context, history, or notes.
A URL that enables a specific action on the GHL API when called by Paperform or other tools.
Capture form entries and push them to GHL as new contacts, with initial notes and tags.
Automatically create tasks based on responses to ensure timely follow-ups.
Aggregate notes, tasks, and appointments into a complete view of each contact.
Obtain your GHL API key and securely configure Paperform with it.
Match Paperform fields to GHL contact fields, tasks, and notes.
Test end-to-end and enable automation when ready.
No coding is required to set up this integration. Paperform and GHL can connect via API keys or webhooks, with triggers firing on form submissions. Use a no-code automation platform or Zapier to map fields and route data.
For basic syncing, focus on essential endpoints: GET /contacts/:contactId to read a contact, POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update. You can also pull related data like tasks and notes via GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes. Rate limits apply.
Yes. You can upsert contacts using POST /contacts/ or PUT /contacts/:contactId, ensuring Paperform submissions create or update existing records. Map unique identifiers to prevent duplicates.
API keys should be kept secret, rotated regularly, and stored securely. Use restricted keys for each integration and never expose keys in client-side code. Enable IP whitelisting if available.
Yes. You can automate creation of tasks, notes, and appointments from Paperform responses. Use POST for creation and PUT for updates to keep the contact activity stream current.
You can filter and route data by businessId or other identifiers by including those fields in your API calls and query parameters. This helps segment data per organization.
API rate limits vary by plan; plan accordingly and batch requests when possible. If hitting limits, stagger requests or implement retries with backoff.
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