Authenticate to the GHL Contacts API using your API key or OAuth flow, ensuring your app has the appropriate read or write scope.
Zapier App Connector authenticates to GHL using a secure OAuth client or API token setup; store credentials securely and rotate keys 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; 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 new contact is added in GHL; Action: create the contact in Zapier and generate a default task.
Actions: create or update contact data; create tasks; assign due dates and owners.
POST /contacts/
Required: firstName, lastName, email; Optional: phone, tags, custom fields.
Trigger: a contact is updated in GHL; Action: push changes to Zapier and attach notes.
Actions: update contact fields; append notes; optionally create or move tasks.
PUT /contacts/:contactId
Required: contactId; fields to sync: name, email, phone, custom fields.
Trigger: on-demand or scheduled export; Action: batch export to CSV or Google Sheets.
Actions: fetch multiple contacts; apply filters; export selected fields.
GET /contacts/
Required: businessId or a list of contactIds; fields: name, email, phone, lastUpdated.
Automate repetitive tasks and data entry without writing a line of code.
Maintain a single source of truth by syncing data between GHL and Zapier in real time.
Scale workflows quickly as your customer base grows, with no custom development required.
This glossary defines the core terms used in the Salsa Engage integration between GHL and the Zapier App Connector.
Application Programming Interface: a defined set of rules that enable apps to communicate and exchange data.
A URL path used to access a specific resource or action in an API.
Methods to verify identity and permissions, typically via API keys or OAuth tokens.
An event-driven message delivered from one app to another when something changes.
When a new contact is added in GHL, automatically create a welcome task and assign it to a team member.
Push updated contact fields to a live dashboard or report via Zapier.
Trigger Slack or email alerts when critical fields change.
Log in to GHL and authorize the Zapier App Connector to access your data.
Select which endpoints to enable and map fields between GHL and AppNAME.
Run tests, verify data flows, and monitor for errors.
Yes. You can set this up without traditional code using the Zapier App Connector. The integration provides triggers and actions that map directly to GHL endpoints, so you can automate data flow with clicks rather than code. Start by authorizing the connection and selecting the triggers you want to enable. Next, configure the actions to create, update, or attach related records (like tasks or notes) and test the workflow to ensure data moves correctly between GHL and your Zapier workspace.
A defined set of endpoints is exposed for common workflows, including contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments. You can view and enable only the endpoints you need in your Zapier app configuration. If you need more endpoints or custom mappings, you can leverage the existing API surface and map fields as required within your Zaps.
Yes. You can create and update contacts from Zapier by using the appropriate actions that target the /contacts endpoints. Map the contact fields in Zapier to ensure the data is stored correctly in GHL. Additionally, you can tie in related actions such as creating tasks or notes when a contact is created or updated.
Zapier and the GHL API have rate limits that apply to requests. In most cases, typical workflows stay well within the allowed thresholds, but high-volume apps should implement batching or scheduled runs where possible. If you hit a limit, Zapier will retry according to its standard behavior, and you can adjust the trigger cadence or batch size to avoid throttling.
Notes can be synced by mapping the /contacts/:contactId/notes endpoints. You can push notes from GHL to Zapier or pull notes into GHL as part of a contact update flow. Consider storing notes in a centralized field or related table in your Zapier workflow for easier reference and reporting.
Yes. You can update multiple contacts using batch workflows or by triggering updates on a per-contact basis. Map the fields you want to change and use the appropriate endpoints to apply updates in a controlled manner. For large batches, consider batching requests to avoid hitting rate limits and ensure data integrity.
Errors are surfaced in the Zapier task history and retries occur according to Zapier’s retry policy. Review the error codes and messages in the Zapier dashboard, then adjust mappings or endpoints as needed. Keep credentials secure and rotate keys periodically.
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