GHL supports API keys or OAuth for secure access. In Zapier App Connector, enter your GHL credentials and grant the app access to the Contacts API, then test the connection.
In Zapier, connect the app using the GHL API credentials and select the required scopes (contacts.readonly for view-only or contacts.write for read/write).
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; (Scope) 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: New Lead in Zapier; Action: Create or Update Contact in GHL
Actions: Create/Update Contact; Add Tasks; Add Notes
Method/Path: POST /contacts/ and PUT /contacts/:contactId
Key Fields: email, firstName, lastName, phone
Trigger: Contact Updated in GHL
Actions: Retrieve Contact; Sync Tasks; Sync Notes
Method/Path: GET /contacts/:contactId; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key Fields: contactId, updatedAt
Trigger: Batch Import or Webhook
Actions: Batch upsert; Tag assignment via POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Method/Path: POST /contacts/; POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Key Fields: contactId, tags
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Definitions of core concepts include endpoints, triggers, actions, and fields used to integrate GHL Contacts API with Zapier App Connector.
A specific URL and HTTP method that lets you access or modify data in the GHL Contacts API.
An event in Zapier that starts a workflow by calling a GHL endpoint.
An operation performed in GHL as a result of a Zapier workflow, such as creating or updating a contact.
A HTTP request sent by one app to another to notify about events in real-time.
Capture form submissions on your site and automatically create or update a GHL contact, then trigger follow-up tasks.
When a support ticket is created, push a note to the related GHL contact, keeping history in sync.
Tag contacts in GHL based on lifecycle stage or form responses to segment campaigns.
Add GHL Contacts API to Zapier, authenticate with your API credentials, and grant scopes.
Select a trigger like New Contact or Updated Contact, then run a test to confirm data flows.
Set up actions (Create/Update), and map fields such as email, name, and phone to ensure accurate data sync.
GHL uses API keys or OAuth 2.0 depending on setup. In Zapier, you’ll authenticate by providing your GHL credentials and granting access to the Contacts API. After authentication, test the connection to ensure you can read contact data and perform actions.
Common scopes include contacts.readonly for viewing data and contacts.write for creating or updating data. Choose the minimal scope required for your workflow to improve security.
Yes. Zapier can read and write contacts using POST, PUT, and DELETE endpoints. Be mindful of permissions and rate limits; implement error handling in your zap.
In Zapier, use the Test Trigger and Test Action features to validate the connection. Review the app’s status and logs if tests fail; verify API keys and scopes.
Commonly used endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId and GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks for reading, and POST or PUT for creating or updating. Also consider GET /contacts/:contactId/notes to fetch activity history.
If you hit rate limits, slow down requests, cache results, and implement exponential backoff. Check GHL docs for limits and retries and ensure your app handles error codes gracefully.
Zapier’s task history and app logs show each run, including inputs, outputs, and any errors. Use the logs to diagnose failures and monitor usage over time.
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