Access to the Contacts API requires proper authentication. Use OAuth 2.0 or API tokens with the scope ‘contacts.readonly’ to securely request read access to contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments.
In Zapier, connect your GHL account by selecting the Contacts API app and granting permissions. 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, 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: a contact is created or updated in GHL; Action: update or create the corresponding record in AppConnector for instant data parity.
Actions: upsert contact, sync related tasks, notes, and appointments, and apply tags as needed.
Method/Path examples: GET /contacts/:contactId for retrieval; POST /contacts/ to create; PUT /contacts/:contactId to update.
Key fields: contactId, email, phone
Trigger: a new contact is added in GHL; Action: create or update the equivalent contact in AppConnector.
Actions: sync notes, tasks, and tags; keep contact history aligned across systems.
Method/Path examples: PUT /contacts/:contactId to update; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to attach tasks.
Key fields: contactId, businessId
Trigger: a new lead becomes a contact in GHL; Action: create onboarding tasks and prepare an introductory sequence in AppConnector.
Actions: create tasks, attach notes, and log initial activity for visibility.
Method/Path examples: POST /contacts/ to create; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to begin onboarding.
Key fields: contactId, taskId
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This section covers core data elements (contacts, tasks, notes, appointments) and processes (authentication, endpoints, triggers, actions) used in the GHL Contacts API integration with the Zapier App Connector.
A set of rules that allows software to communicate and exchange data.
A mechanism for applications to receive real-time data updates as events occur.
An authorization framework that issues access tokens to allow secure API calls on behalf of a user or service.
Permissions granted to an app to access specific resources or actions within an API.
When a form is submitted in AppConnector, automatically update the GHL contact record and create a follow-up task to nurture the lead.
Copy notes from GHL into AppConnector so teammates have centralized context without switching apps.
Schedule nightly exports of contacts, tasks, and notes to AppConnector dashboards for leadership reporting.
In Zapier, add the GHL Contacts API as a connected app and authorize access to the needed data.
Choose scopes such as contacts.readonly and confirm the connection to ensure secure access.
Run a test, verify data sync, then deploy the Zap and set up monitoring alerts for failures.
The Contacts API supports OAuth 2.0 and API tokens for authentication. Use OAuth 2.0 for user-based access and tokens for service-level connections. For read-only automation, grant the scope contacts.readonly to ensure secure access while protecting data integrity. Always rotate credentials periodically and store tokens securely.
Available endpoints include reading contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments: 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, and related write-oriented calls like 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. Depending on your plan, you may access read or write capabilities accordingly.
A contact payload typically includes identifiers (contactId), basic contact details (name, email, phone), and related data like associated tasks, notes, and appointments. When retrieving a contact, you may also receive metadata such as lastUpdated timestamps and status. This data model enables up-to-date syncing across GHL and AppConnector.
To trigger automation from GHL to AppConnector, configure a Zap with a GHL trigger (e.g., contact updated) and map the resulting data to actions in AppConnector (e.g., upsert contact, create tasks). Use webhooks or polling as your trigger source to keep data aligned in near real-time.
For read access, the typical scope is contacts.readonly. If you need write capabilities, you will require broader scopes (e.g., contacts.write) and proper authorization. Always request the minimum scope necessary for your automation to reduce risk.
Yes. Zapier can create or update contacts using POST /contacts/ and PUT /contacts/:contactId. You can also trigger updates to related tasks, notes, and tags as part of your automation flow. Ensure your connection has write permissions and handle conflicts gracefully.
Common errors include authentication failures, invalid endpoints, and rate limiting. Review the API docs for correct paths and headers, implement retry logic with exponential backoff, and monitor your API usage to stay within limits. Use descriptive error messages in your Zaps to aid troubleshooting.
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