Authenticate to the GHL Contacts API using OAuth 2.0. Request the scope contacts.readonly to read contact data and keep user permissions secure.
APPNAME stores and rotates its credentials securely. Use the connector’s authentication method (API key or OAuth token) to establish a trusted connection with GHL.
Key endpoints you can leverage in this integration include: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, DELETE /contacts/:contactId, and more for tasks, notes, and appointments. This list covers typical read and write operations used in Reverse Contact flows.
Trigger when a contact is created or updated in GHL, so APPNAME can pull the latest data and propagate changes.
Actions: use GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch core fields, then refresh related tasks with GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks and notes with GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.
GET /contacts/:contactId
id, firstName, lastName, email, phone, lastUpdated
Trigger when new tasks or notes are added for a contact, enabling APPNAME to surface activity history.
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create tasks, POST /contacts/:contactId/notes to add notes, and GET endpoints to read history.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
title, dueDate, status, content, createdAt
Trigger on note updates or changes to contact history to keep APPNAME’s records current.
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
id, content, author, updatedAt
Build powerful integrations without writing code. Use APPNAME’s visual workflow builder to orchestrate data between GHL and your apps.
Automate contact sync, tasks, and notes with triggers, actions, and filters that map to your business processes.
Scale quickly with reusable templates for common reverse contact scenarios and robust error handling.
This glossary covers API terms, common data elements, and the processes used to connect GHL Contacts API with APPNAME in a no-code-friendly way.
An API is a set of endpoints your app can call to retrieve and modify data in GHL’s Contacts system.
A specific URL and HTTP method used to perform an action against the API.
A standard authorization framework that provides secure access tokens for API calls.
A callback mechanism used to notify APPNAME of events in GHL, enabling real-time updates.
Use webhooks to detect duplicates and merge contacts automatically within APPNAME workflows.
Create follow-up tasks in APPNAME when contact status changes in GHL.
Attach contextual notes from GHL to APPNAME records to enrich profiles.
Obtain OAuth tokens and verify the scope is set to read contact data.
Choose the endpoints you need (read, write, and associate tasks and notes) and map relevant fields.
Run tests, monitor logs, and set up alerts for failures or data mismatches.
To authenticate, configure OAuth 2.0 in APPNAME and request the scope that includes read access to contacts. Exchange the authorization code for an access token, then securely store and use that token for API calls. If tokens expire, refresh them using the refresh token workflow. In practice this lets APPNAME pull contact data and begin building reverse workflows.
Yes. You can leverage endpoints for retrieving contacts, their tasks, notes, and appointments. Use GET /contacts/:contactId along with related endpoints to assemble a complete contact record. The exact endpoints you enable depend on the data you need to surface in APPNAME.
Yes. The API supports creating and updating contacts (POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId) as well as managing tasks (POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId) and notes (POST /contacts/:contactId/notes, PUT /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id). Implement proper field mappings and error handling.
Use the sandbox or test mode in APPNAME or your API gateway to run requests against endpoints with sample data. Validate responses, check for expected fields, and verify authentication works before going live. Maintain logs for troubleshooting.
Store credentials securely, rotate tokens regularly, and limit scopes to only what you need. Use environment variables and encrypted storage. Track access logs and implement least-privilege access for all services involved.
Yes. Webhooks from GHL can trigger APPNAME workflows, delivering real-time updates about contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments. Configure a webhook URL in APPNAME and verify signatures for secure delivery.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and the token scopes used. If you hit a limit, implement exponential backoff, cache frequent lookups, and stagger requests to stay within allowed quotas.
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