Authenticate requests to Contacts API using your OAuth credentials for GHL. Ensure scopes include read and required write permissions for the integration.
Configure the Zapier App Connector with the GHL OAuth client ID and secret, then store tokens securely and refresh as needed.
– 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 – permissions: contacts.write
Trigger: a new or updated contact in your source app starts a sync to GHL via the Contacts API.
Actions: create or update contact records, including basic fields like name, email, and phone.
POST /contacts/
firstName, lastName, email, phone
Trigger: notes are added or updated for a contact in GHL, triggering a note in Zapier.
Actions: create, update, or delete notes for a contact; attach notes to the correct contact record.
POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
contactId, noteId, content
Trigger: creation or update of a task in GHL triggers actions in Zapier.
Actions: create, update, or mark as completed tasks in GHL from Zapier.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, title, dueDate, status
Automate data flow between Planning Center and your CRM without writing code.
Speed onboarding and reduce manual data entry across apps.
Improve data accuracy with real-time syncing and centralized workflows.
Understand the data elements, endpoints, and processes used to connect GHL’s Contacts API with the Zapier App Connector for Planning Center.
A set of endpoints and protocols that let apps talk to GHL programmatically.
A specific URL path you call with an HTTP method to perform an action.
A token that authenticates API requests on behalf of a user or service.
A callback mechanism that notifies your app about events in GHL.
Route new contacts to the correct team or pipeline based on fields like region or status.
Create follow-up tasks in GHL when new forms are submitted.
Attach contextual notes from Planning Center to contacts in GHL for richer records.
Obtain OAuth credentials for both GHL and the App Connector and grant required scopes.
Map fields, set triggers and actions, and test connections.
Run end-to-end tests and enable automation in Planning Center workflows.
The GHL Contacts API lets you read and manage contacts, notes, tasks, and appointments. It enables you to build automation with the Zapier App Connector for Planning Center. You can pull in data, create records, and keep everything in sync without writing code. The API uses standard HTTP methods and OAuth for secure access. Tip: start with GET endpoints to explore data and then move to POST/PUT/DELETE to perform changes as needed.
Permissions include reading contacts data; to change data you need the write scope (contacts.write). Always follow the principle of least privilege and rotate credentials regularly. If you’re using Zapier, ensure your app connection only requests the minimum scopes required for your workflow.
Yes. No-code builders in Zapier App Connector let you map fields, set triggers, and configure actions without coding. For more advanced logic, you can add conditional steps or use webhooks. If you hit limits or need custom processing, you can augment with small scripts or multi-step Zaps.
Available endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, and more for tasks, notes, and tags. A full list is shown in the Endpoints section. Always verify endpoint availability and required scopes before building a workflow.
Security is ensured via OAuth tokens, TLS for data in transit, and scoped access. Rotate tokens regularly and restrict permissions to what the workflow requires. Zapier stores credentials securely and tokens are refreshed as needed.
Yes. You can sync notes and tasks by using the notes and tasks endpoints. Set triggers for creation or updates and map fields to your target system. Test thoroughly to avoid duplicate records and ensure consistent state across apps.
API documentation for the GHL Contacts API is available in the GHL developer docs and the Zapier App Connector docs. The Planning Center integration guide also provides step-by-step setup and best practices.
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