Use OAuth 2.0 with a Bearer token and the scope set to contacts.readonly to safely access contact data.
RescueTime will request access to your Contacts API data via the GHL connection. Grant permission and generate a token to enable syncing.
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 updated in RescueTime, then pull the latest record from the Contacts API
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId, map fields to RescueTime, update the contact record
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, name, email, phone, tags
Trigger: RescueTime creates a task, fetch related tasks from Contacts API
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, create or update RescueTime tasks
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
taskId, taskName, status, dueDate
Trigger: a note is added in Contacts API
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId/notes; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes to add notes
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
noteId, noteContent, createdAt
Build powerful, code-free workflows to keep RescueTime and your Contacts data in sync
Automate data entry and reduce manual errors across teams
Scale processes with reusable templates and triggers
This section defines the core elements: API endpoints, authentication, triggers, actions, and data mapping that power the RescueTime–Contacts integration in GHL.
A specific URL path that exposes a resource in an API, e.g., /contacts/:contactId
A real-time notification mechanism that sends data from one app to another when an event occurs
The process of validating access and issuing tokens to permit API usage
An authorization framework that provides secure delegated access
Leverage contact attributes to score customer engagement in RescueTime and trigger campaigns
Create RescueTime tasks based on contact activity and notes
Attach relevant contact notes to RescueTime records for context
Authorize RescueTime to access Contacts API data with scope: contacts.readonly
Enable endpoints 1-3, 4-7 as needed and map fields
Run tests to verify data flow and deploy to production with monitoring
The RescueTime–Contacts API integration lets RescueTime read contact data from your GHL account to enrich profiles, tasks, and notes. It enables automated data syncing and trigger-based actions without writing code. By using the REST endpoints, you can fetch and map contact information into RescueTime workflows, ensuring records stay current.
RescueTime can access contact details such as name, email, phone, and related data like tasks and notes linked to a contact. Access is governed by the scope you grant (contacts.readonly) and your OAuth token. Ensure you only expose data necessary for your workflows to maintain privacy and compliance.
Using the endpoints listed above, you can pull contact records, their tasks, notes, and appointments. You can also create or update contacts and tasks as part of your automation. Map fields carefully to RescueTime data structures for reliable syncing.
No heavy coding is required. The integration relies on API calls, webhooks, and workflows in GHL and RescueTime. You can configure triggers and actions with drag-and-drop logic and test in a sandbox before going live.
Authorize the app via the standard OAuth flow. In your GHL settings, generate an OAuth token with the correct scopes (such as contacts.readonly) and connect RescueTime as a client app. When prompted, grant access to enable data sync.
Test the integration by running sample flows in a development environment. Validate data mappings, check for failed requests, and review logs for any errors. Adjust field mappings and retry as needed before production.
Sync logs and errors appear in RescueTime and the GHL activity dashboard. Use webhook event logs and API response details to diagnose issues, then re-run failed steps or re-authenticate if tokens expire.
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