To access the Contacts API, obtain an API key from your GHL developer portal and include it in the Authorization header as a Bearer token. Store credentials securely in Zapier’s auth settings.
Rankr uses a secure connection in Zapier to access GHL data. Configure the app to use an API key or OAuth 2.0 as appropriate, and keep credentials secret. All requests are authenticated against the GHL Contacts API.
Key endpoints include: 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 when a contact is updated in GHL to sync changes to Rankr.
Update Rankr contact data, create notes, or trigger workflows based on changes.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, updatedAt, fields changed
Trigger when a new task is created or updated for a contact.
Create or update tasks in Rankr; set due dates and statuses.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, status
Trigger when a new note is added to a contact
Attach notes in Rankr; or create activity logs
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
contactId, noteId
No-code automation with Zapier lets you connect data flows without writing code.
Fast setup and easy maintenance with a visual builder.
Scalable workflows across contacts, tasks, and notes.
This glossary defines terms like endpoint, trigger, action, field, and authentication as they relate to integrating GHL with Rankr via RSS by Zapier.
Application Programming Interface — a set of rules that lets two applications talk to each other.
A URL endpoint that receives real-time data when an event occurs in an app.
A specific path in an API that performs an action or returns data.
Authorization framework that lets apps access resources securely on behalf of a user.
Use RSS by Zapier to auto-create onboarding tasks when a new contact is added.
Route updates to different teams based on contact tags.
Backfill legacy data from GHL into Rankr for analytics.
Log into GHL developer portal and generate an API key; save securely.
Add the GHL Contacts API to Zapier, configure authentication, and map fields.
Run tests, verify data flows, and enable the Zapier RSS connection.
No advanced coding is required. Zapier provides a no-code interface to connect GHL and Rankr by selecting triggers and actions. You can build powerful automations without writing code.
Zapier can fetch contacts using the GET /contacts/ endpoint with pagination. There isn’t a single call that returns every contact in one go. Plan for paging through results. For large datasets, schedule batched retrieves and avoid overloading the system.
Essential endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId to retrieve a specific contact, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, and GET /contacts/ to list contacts. Other useful endpoints are POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, and DELETE /contacts/:contactId to remove. For tasks, use POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks and PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId to modify.
Security relies on token-based authentication. Use API keys or OAuth and keep credentials secret. In Zapier, store tokens securely and use HTTPS for all calls. Apply least-privilege scopes and rotate credentials regularly. Validate any webhook payloads when used.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and API usage. Design Zaps to distribute requests and paginate results. If limits are hit, implement backoff, spread calls over time, and consider batching.
Yes. Update existing records with PUT /contacts/:contactId and update tasks with PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId. Ensure proper field mapping to avoid unintended overwrites. Test changes in a safe environment before deploying.
Monitor errors via Zapier task history, error messages, and GHL response codes. Set up notifications and retries, and review logs to diagnose issues. Regular testing helps catch problems early.
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