Authenticate requests to the Contacts API using your API key or OAuth credentials. Your token should include the contacts.readonly scope for read operations and broader scopes for write actions.
Authenticate the Zapier App Connector with OAuth2 or an API key. Store credentials securely, rotate them regularly, and use token scopes appropriate to each operation.
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
Trigger: New or Updated Contact in Zapier
Actions: Use POST /contacts/ to create a contact or PUT /contacts/:contactId to update; optionally attach related data (tasks, notes, tags) via the corresponding endpoints.
POST /contacts/ for create; PUT /contacts/:contactId for update
name, email, phone, tags, customFields
Trigger: New or updated task for a contact in GHL
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to update, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed to mark complete
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed
contactId, taskId, taskName, dueDate, status
Trigger: Note or appointment created/updated for a contact in GHL
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/notes to add notes; POST /contacts/:contactId/appointments to schedule
POST /contacts/:contactId/notes; POST /contacts/:contactId/appointments
contactId, noteId, content, appointmentDate
No-code automation between GHL and the Zapier App Connector saves time and reduces manual data entry.
Rapid workflow building with triggers, actions, and endpoint mappings lets you design complex flows without writing code.
Unified data movement across contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments improves CRM accuracy and turnaround times.
Key elements include endpoints, authentication, triggers, actions, and data mapping. Core processes cover connecting credentials, mapping fields, testing, deploying, and monitoring workflows.
API stands for Application Programming Interface. It defines a set of rules and endpoints that enable applications to communicate and exchange data.
An event in a source tool that starts an automation in Zapier when it occurs (e.g., a new contact or a completed task in GHL).
An operation executed by Zapier in response to a trigger (e.g., create or update a contact, task, or note).
A specific URL and HTTP method used to perform a defined operation on an API.
Automatically apply tags to new contacts based on form source, then trigger a follow-up workflow.
Create calendar events when GHL appointments are added, ensuring teams stay aligned.
When high-priority notes are added, automatically generate follow-up tasks for assignees.
Obtain API keys or OAuth tokens and test credentials to ensure access to Contacts endpoints.
Select endpoints and align fields like name, email, phone, notes, and tasks to your Zapier triggers and actions.
Create a test Zap to verify data flows from GHL to Zapier and back, adjusting mappings as needed.
No coding is required to connect GHL Contacts API with the Zapier App Connector. Use prebuilt triggers and actions to map data between systems. The no-code interface guides you through authentication, field mapping, and testing. If you prefer advanced customization, you can still adjust mappings and add additional steps using conditional logic in Zapier.
For a basic contact sync, focus on GET /contacts/:contactId for reads and POST /contacts/ for creates, along with PUT /contacts/:contactId for updates. If you plan to manage related data, include endpoints for tasks and notes like POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks and POST /contacts/:contactId/notes.
Yes. You can chain triggers and actions so that when a note or appointment is created in GHL, a corresponding task or event is created in Zapier. This creates a holistic view of the contact’s activities across both platforms.
Use OAuth2 or API keys to authenticate, and store credentials securely in your Zapier app. Rotate tokens periodically and follow best practices for securing API access.
Use the built-in test feature in the Zapier editor to run a few sample zaps. Validate responses from GHL endpoints, verify data mapping, and watch for errors in the test logs before enabling the workflow.
Rate limits vary by API plan. Plan typical usage by batching requests and reusing existing contacts where possible. Implement retry logic and backoff in your zap configurations to handle temporary limits gracefully.
If you encounter issues, consult the integration docs, review endpoint permissions, and check authentication credentials. For persistent problems, reach out to support with your zap IDs and the problematic endpoint paths.
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