Use OAuth 2.0 to authorize the GHL Contacts API for Pardot. Create API credentials in GHL, authorize the connection, and obtain access and refresh tokens to make secure calls from Pardot.
In Pardot, configure the integration with the GHL API credentials, set the endpoints, and test the connection to ensure data flows safely between platforms.
Key endpoints used: 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.
When a Pardot contact is updated, fetch the latest details from GHL to keep both systems in sync.
Create or update the corresponding contact in Pardot; pull notes and related tasks as needed.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, email, name, phone
On task creation in Pardot, create a matching task in GHL and sync IDs.
Sync taskId, status, dueDate between systems; update completed status.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, title, dueDate
When a task is completed in GHL, reflect the status in Pardot.
Mark task as completed in Pardot, add any task notes to the contact record.
PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed
contactId, taskId, status
Zero-code connect: quick setup using triggers and actions in Zapier or native connectors.
Bi-directional data sync between Pardot and GHL to avoid data silos and duplicate records.
Scalable workflow automation using the endpoints listed above.
Definitions and processes for mapping endpoints to Pardot fields, including authentication, rate limits, and error handling.
OAuth 2.0 protocol used to authorize access to GHL APIs.
A specific URL path used to perform an action on the GHL platform.
A callback URL that receives real-time updates from GHL.
Keeping data consistent between Pardot and GHL.
Use triggers to score leads in Pardot based on GHL contact activity.
Trigger Pardot nurture sequences when a contact is updated in GHL.
Create and assign follow-up tasks in GHL when a Pardot form is filled.
Create API credentials in GHL and configure Pardot to use them.
Align Pardot fields with GHL contact fields (email, name, phone, etc.).
Run tests with sample contacts and verify endpoints like GET /contacts/:contactId.
No—it’s a no-code integration using standard endpoints and Zapier. Start with read-only access and expand as needed. If you need custom logic, consider using Zapier paths or webhooks.
Permissions depend on the API. Typically view and edit access for contacts and tasks. Also ensure the app is granted the necessary scopes (contacts.readonly, etc.).
GET /contacts/:contactId is essential; others like tasks, notes help sync complete context. Use POST /contacts/ to create new contacts as needed.
Yes, you can map fields like email, first name, last name, and custom fields. Consider syncing tags and notes for richer data.
Handle errors with standard HTTP status checks and retry logic. Log errors for debugging and alert your team for critical failures.
Check for API rate limits in the GHL docs and plan backoffs. Implement exponential backoff where appropriate.
Sandbox testing is supported; use test contacts and mock data to validate flows. When ready, switch to live data with proper credentials.
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