How to connect PayPro with Contacts API

Connecting the Contacts API to PayPro for streamlined contact management

Steps to connect Contacts API with PayPro

This guide explains how PayPro can securely access your GHL Contacts data (scope: contacts.readonly) to automate workflows across contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments using the Zapier App Connector.

GHL Contacts API authentication

Authorize PayPro to read your Contacts data from GHL by granting the requested scope (contacts.readonly) via the OAuth flow. Connect through the Zapier App Connector to establish the integration.

PayPro authentication

PayPro authenticates to GHL via the Zapier App Connector to access Contacts data. Configure the PayPro app in Zapier and approve the requested permissions to enable data sync.

GHL Contacts API Endpoints

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

Top 3 connection patterns for Contacts API and PayPro

Sync Contacts with Tasks in PayPro

Triggered when a new contact is created in GHL, prompting PayPro to create related tasks or update existing ones.

Create, update, or assign tasks in PayPro based on contact data changes from GHL.

GET /contacts/:contactId and POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to map contact data to tasks.

contactId, taskId, status

Top 3 connection patterns for Contacts API and PayPro

Update Contact Details in PayPro

Whenever a contact is updated in GHL, PayPro receives changes and updates the corresponding record.

Update the contact in PayPro and propagate related changes to tasks and notes.

PUT /contacts/:contactId

contactId, updatedFields

Top 3 connection patterns for Contacts API and PayPro

Create Tags on Contacts in PayPro

When a new contact is added or certain attributes change, apply relevant tags in PayPro.

POST /contacts/:contactId/tags to assign appropriate tags.

POST /contacts/:contactId/tags

contactId, tags

No-code benefits when connecting Contacts API with PayPro

Fast setup with the Zapier App Connector—no custom code required.

Smooth data sync between GHL Contacts and PayPro for unified workflows.

Automated triggers and actions reduce manual data entry and save time.

Key terms and glossary

A concise glossary of terms used in the GHL Contacts API to PayPro integration, including endpoints, authentication, and data terminology.

Contacts API

The RESTful API surface in GHL that exposes contact records, notes, tasks, and related data for external apps.

Webhook

A real‑time notification mechanism used to push updates from GHL to PayPro.

OAuth 2.0

Authorization framework used to securely grant access tokens to apps like PayPro.

Endpoint

A specific URL path in the API that performs a defined action or query.

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Automatic contact-to-task mapping

Automatically create PayPro tasks when new contacts are added in GHL, mapping key fields from the contact record.

Segment-based tagging

Assign tags in PayPro based on contact attributes such as industry, location, or lifecycle stage.

Webhook-driven alerts

Use webhooks to trigger PayPro actions in real time when contact changes occur in GHL.

3 simple steps to connect Contacts API with PayPro

Step 1: Prepare your GHL account

Step 2: Authorize in Zapier

Step 3: Configure mappings and test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Contacts API integration with PayPro?

The integration lets PayPro securely access your GHL Contacts data so you can automate workflows across contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments. It uses the standard OAuth 2.0 flow and the scope: contacts.readonly to ensure read access. Once configured, you can trigger actions in PayPro based on changes in GHL. This setup eliminates manual data transfer and accelerates your automation strategy. If you need fuller write access, discuss scope requirements with your integration administrator to extend permissions securely.

Available endpoints cover common workflows for contact management: retrieving a contact, its tasks, notes, appointments, and business associations; as well as creating, updating, and deleting contacts and related records. A sample mapping includes GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch details, POST /contacts/ to create, and PUT /contacts/:contactId to update. The full list ensures you can tailor the flow to your exact needs.

No extensive coding is required. The integration is designed for no-code automation via Zapier and the GHL API. You will configure a Zap that connects PayPro to GHL’s Contacts API, map fields, and set triggers. If you require advanced logic, you can add minimal code steps within Zapier paths or multi-step Zaps.

You will typically need read permission on contacts (scope: contacts.readonly) and corresponding rights to create or update tasks and tags if you enable those actions. Always apply the principle of least privilege and start with read-only access before expanding capabilities.

Test by running a connection test in the Zapier app connector and performing a sample trigger (e.g., new contact in GHL). Check that PayPro receives the data, and verify downstream mappings (tasks, notes, tags). Review logs for any authorization or mapping errors and adjust field mappings as needed.

Bi-directional sync is possible in theory, but it depends on permission scope and endpoint support. Start with unidirectional read access from GHL to PayPro, then progressively enable two-way syncing with careful conflict resolution rules and data integrity checks.

API documentation for GHL’s Contacts API is available in the official developer portal. You can also access Zapier connector documentation for PayPro to understand how to configure triggers, actions, and field mappings. If you need specifics, we can provide direct links to the relevant pages.

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Complete Operations Catalog - 126 Actions & Triggers

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Contacts

10 Triggers 18 Actions
Trigger
Get Contact
Retrieve a specific contact by ID
Trigger
Search Contacts
Advanced search with filters
Trigger
Get Contacts by Business
Retrieve contacts linked to a business
Trigger
Get Duplicate Contact
Check for duplicate contacts
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Get Contact Appointments
List all appointments for a contact
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Get Contact Tasks
Retrieve all tasks for a contact
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Get Contact Task by ID
Get specific task details
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Get Contact Notes
List all notes for a contact
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Get Contact Note by ID
Retrieve specific note details
Trigger
List Contacts (Deprecated)
Legacy contact listing method
Action
Create Contact
Add a new contact to the system
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Update Contact
Modify existing contact information
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Find Contact
Search by email, phone, or ID
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Delete Contact
Remove a contact permanently
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Upsert Contact
Create or update contact automatically
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Add Tags to Contact
Tag contacts for organization
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Remove Tags from Contact
Remove specific tags
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Bulk Update Contact Tags
Add or remove multiple tags at once
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Create Contact Task
Add a new task for a contact
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Update Contact Task
Modify existing task details
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Complete Contact Task
Mark task as complete
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Delete Contact Task
Remove a task permanently
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Create Contact Note
Add notes to contact records
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Update Contact Note
Edit existing notes
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Delete Contact Note
Remove notes from contacts
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Add Contact to Campaign
Enroll contact in campaign
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Remove from Campaign
Remove contact from specific campaign
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Remove from All Campaigns
Unenroll from all campaigns
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13 Triggers 21 Actions
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List Calendar Groups
Get all calendar groups
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List Calendars
Retrieve all calendars
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Get Calendar by ID
Get specific calendar details
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Get Free Slots
Check calendar availability
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List Calendar Events
Get all scheduled events
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List Blocked Slots
View unavailable time slots
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Get Appointment
Retrieve appointment details
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List Appointment Notes
Get notes for appointments
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List Calendar Notifications
View notification settings
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Get Calendar Notification
Get specific notification
Trigger
List Calendar Resources
View rooms and equipment
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Get Calendar Resource
Get specific resource details
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Create Calendar Group
Set up new calendar group
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Update Calendar Group
Modify calendar group settings
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Update Group Status
Enable or disable calendar group
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Delete Calendar Group
Remove calendar group
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Validate Group Slug
Check if slug is available
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Create Calendar
Add new calendar
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Update Calendar
Modify calendar settings
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Remove calendar permanently
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Create Appointment
Book new appointment
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Update Appointment
Modify appointment details
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Delete Event
Cancel and remove event
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Create Block Slot
Block time on calendar
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Update Block Slot
Modify blocked time
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Create Appointment Note
Add notes to appointments
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Update Appointment Note
Edit appointment notes
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Delete Appointment Note
Remove appointment notes
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Create Calendar Notification
Set up reminders
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Modify notification settings
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Remove notification
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Add room or equipment
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Update Calendar Resource
Modify resource details
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Search Opportunities
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Get Opportunity
Retrieve specific opportunity
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List Pipelines
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Create Opportunity
Add new sales opportunity
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Update Opportunity
Modify opportunity details
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Delete Opportunity
Remove opportunity
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Update Opportunity Status
Change status (open, won, lost)
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Create or update opportunity
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Search Users
Find users with filters
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Filter Users by Email
Search users by email address
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Get User
Retrieve user details
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List Users by Location
Get users in specific location
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Create User
Add new user to system
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Update User
Modify user information
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Delete User
Remove user from system
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Search Conversations
Find conversations by filters
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Get Conversation
Retrieve conversation details
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Get Email by ID
Retrieve specific email
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Get Message by ID
Get specific message details
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Get Messages by Conversation
List all conversation messages
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Get Message Recording
Retrieve voice recording
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Get Message Transcription
Get transcribed message text
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Download Transcription
Download transcription file
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Update Message Status
Change message read/unread status
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Agent Typing Indicator
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Businesses

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Get Business
Retrieve business details
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List Businesses by Location
Get all businesses in location
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Create Business
Add new business
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Update Business
Modify business details
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Delete Business
Remove business
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Workflows & Campaigns

3 Triggers 5 Actions
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List Workflows
Get all workflows
Trigger
List Snapshots
View available snapshots
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List Campaigns
Get all campaigns
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Add Contact to Workflow
Enroll in workflow automation
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Remove from Workflow
Unenroll from workflow
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Add Contact Followers
Assign followers to contact
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Remove Contact Followers
Unassign followers
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Bulk Business Update
Add/remove contacts from business
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20 Triggers 8 Actions
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List Locations
Get all locations
Trigger
List Custom Fields
View custom field definitions
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Get Company
Retrieve company information
Trigger
Find Associations
Search associations
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Get Association
Retrieve association details
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Get Association Key
Get key by name
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Get Association by Keys
Find by object keys
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Get Relations by Record
List record relations
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Check Blog URL Slug
Verify slug availability
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Get Blog Authors
List blog authors
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Get Blog Categories
List blog categories
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Get Blog Posts
List posts by blog
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Get Blogs by Location
List location blogs
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Find Location by ID
Retrieve location details
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Create Location
Add new location
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Create Association
Link related records
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Update Association
Modify association
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Delete Association
Remove association
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Create Relation
Establish record relation
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Delete Relation
Remove record relation
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Create Blog Post
Publish new blog post
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Update Blog Post
Edit blog post

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📊 Contact Management

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