Access is secured via API credentials with the scope set to readonly (contacts.readonly). Include your API key in requests and rotate credentials regularly for security.
In your Zapier workflow, securely store the API key and use OAuth2 if available. The connector should manage token refresh and secret storage, avoiding hard-coded credentials.
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: on-demand sync or scheduled pulls to fetch the latest contact data.
Actions: call GET /contacts/:contactId (and related endpoints) to pull details, then surface in PrintNode tasks or notes.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, name, email, phone, businessId
Trigger: fetch full contact directory for reporting and grouping by business.
Actions: use GET /contacts/ and GET /contacts/business/:businessId to map relationships and segment customers.
GET /contacts/
contactId, name, businessId
Trigger: pull notes and tasks when reviewing a contact for print decisions.
Actions: fetch /contacts/:contactId/tasks and /contacts/:contactId/notes to provide context for printing decisions.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, noteId, status
No-code dashboards allow PrintNode to surface up-to-date contact data from the Contacts API right in your workflows.
Automated workflows connect API data to tasks and print jobs without writing code.
Centralized contact data reduces manual data entry and keeps records synchronized.
Key elements and processes used in this integration, explained for quick reference.
Application Programming Interface: a set of rules that lets apps communicate with each other through defined endpoints.
OAuth is an authorization framework that lets apps obtain limited access to an account securely via tokens.
A defined set of permissions granted to an API key, such as read-only access to contacts.
A specific URL in an API that exposes a resource you can access or modify.
Use contact attributes to segment customers and tailor print jobs.
Automatically create or update tasks in PrintNode when contact data changes.
Use API data to assemble order summaries and client communications.
Obtain an API key with scope ‘contacts.readonly’ and authorize the connection from PrintNode.
Align PrintNode fields to Contacts API fields (name, email, phone, businessId, etc.).
Run tests to verify data flow and then schedule ongoing syncs.
With Readonly access, you can retrieve contact details, notes, tasks, and basic account data via the Contacts API to surface in PrintNode. This enables richer context for printing workflows and customer communications, while respecting rate limits and scope constraints.
No heavy coding is required. Use Zapier, Integromat, or similar no-code platforms to connect PrintNode to the Contacts API. Set up API keys with the correct scope, configure GET endpoints, and map fields to PrintNode. If you need more complex logic, you can layer in small scripts or use automation tools.
Key endpoints for syncing include GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/, and GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, notes, and appointments. Use the business endpoint GET /contacts/business/:businessId to group contacts by organization. Build concise field mappings to keep data clean and consistent.
Readonly access does not allow creating, updating, or deleting records via the API. Any changes must be performed in the source system. Your integration should only read data and surface it in PrintNode.
API keys should be stored securely, rotated periodically, and transmitted over HTTPS. Use environment variables or secure vaults in your automation platform. Never expose keys in code or in client-side apps.
Yes. Tools like Zapier can connect to the Contacts API without code. Set up the connection, choose read-only endpoints, and create workflows that push data to PrintNode or trigger actions in your process. Test thoroughly before going live.
Start with a sandbox or test account. Use sample contact IDs to verify fields, endpoints, and permissions. Check for rate limits and error codes in the API responses, then adjust mappings as needed.
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