Use OAuth 2.0 with your GHL account to obtain an access token, then include the token in an Authorization header as Bearer
In Zapier App Connector, configure the app to use OAuth 2.0 and request the same contacts.readonly scope. Test the connection to ensure tokens are valid and refresh tokens are handled automatically.
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 created or updated in GHL and automatically sync the core profile data to your destination app via Zapier.
Actions include creating or updating the contact in the target app and optionally updating fields back in GHL.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, email, firstName, lastName, phone
Trigger when a contact’s tasks are created or updated.
Actions include pulling task data into the destination app and optionally writing back task status changes.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, title, dueDate, status
Trigger when a contact note is created or updated.
Actions include creating notes in the destination app or enriching support history in GHL.
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
contactId, noteId, content, createdAt
Automate data flows without writing a single line of code, saving time and reducing manual data entry.
Link contacts, tasks, notes and appointments across apps to create unified workflows and richer context.
Scale processes with reliable retries, error handling, and easy reconfiguration in Zapier.
Understand the core elements and how they interact when you connect GHL Contacts API to Zapier App Connector.
A person or company record in GHL identified by contactId with fields like name, email and phone.
A specific API route you call to perform actions or retrieve data from GHL.
The method used to verify identity and grant access to the API, typically OAuth tokens.
An event that starts a Zap or workflow, such as a new or updated contact or task.
Capture new leads from a form and create or update a contact in GHL using the Contacts API, then trigger onboarding tasks via Zapier.
When a contact task is updated in GHL, mirror the change in your PM tool to keep teams aligned.
Archive contact notes into a support or knowledge base app to build a traceable history for each contact.
Choose the Zapier App Connector and authenticate using OAuth 2.0. Confirm the scopes include contacts.readonly.
Select a trigger such as New or Updated Contact and test the connection to ensure data flows correctly.
Choose the destination app, map contact fields to targets, run tests, and enable the workflow.
Yes, by default the provided scope is readonly, which prevents write operations. You can request additional permissions if your workflow requires updates to contact data. Always follow the principle of least privilege to keep data secure. In practice, start with readonly access and expand only when necessary.
No heavy coding is required. The Zapier App Connector provides a no code interface to define triggers and actions. You can map fields and configure flows visually, then test and deploy with a few clicks.
Writing or updating contacts is possible if you enable the appropriate write permissions. Use caution and ensure your destinations enforce data integrity and privacy policies. Always test changes in a staging environment first.
The available endpoints include retrieving contacts, their tasks, notes, and appointments, as well as creating and updating contacts and tasks. A full list is shown in the endpoints section and can be extended as the API evolves.
Authentication uses OAuth tokens. Tokens should be stored securely and refreshed automatically. Use secure connections (HTTPS) and follow best practices for token management and scope restriction.
Yes. Zapier can orchestrate flows that pull data from the Contacts API and push it to other apps. Triggers, actions and field mappings make it easy to build automated multi app workflows without code.
If a connection fails, check token validity, scopes, and endpoint availability. Use Zapier’s test and error logs to diagnose. Reauthenticate if necessary and retry the workflow after issues are resolved.
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