Authorize your requests to the Contacts API using your GHL credentials and the Zapier App Connector ensuring secure access to contact data notes tasks and more
Use OAuth tokens or API keys provided by the Zapier App Connector to securely authenticate calls to the Contacts API
GET /contacts/:contactId retrieves a single contact; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks lists tasks for a contact; GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId retrieves a specific task; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes retrieves notes for a contact; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id retrieves a single note; GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments retrieves appointments for a contact; GET /contacts/ lists all contacts; GET /contacts/business/:businessId retrieves business related contacts; POST /contacts/ creates a contact; PUT /contacts/:contactId updates a contact; DELETE /contacts/:contactId deletes a contact; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks creates a task for a contact; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId updates a task; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed marks a task as completed; DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId deletes a task; POST /contacts/:contactId/tags adds tags to a contact
Trigger: Retrieve a contact when created or updated
Actions: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
GET /contacts/:contactId
Key fields contactId include tasks and notes flags
Trigger: New contact created
Actions: POST /contacts/ and POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
POST /contacts/
Key fields name email tags
Trigger: Task status changes
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed
PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed
Key fields contactId taskId status
Automate repetitive workflows without writing code
Integrate data across apps via Zapier for a unified workflow
Access contact data tasks notes and appointments in one place
This glossary covers API endpoints authentication triggers actions and data fields used in connecting GHL via APPNAME
Application Programming Interface a set of rules that lets software talk to each other
A specific URL in an API that performs a defined function
The process of verifying identity to grant access to resources
A user defined HTTP callback triggered by an event
Capture leads from web forms and push them into the Contacts API via APPNAME for immediate follow up
When a task is updated in the project tool, reflect it in the Contacts API
Aggregate daily activity from Contacts API and send a summary to your team
Set up OAuth credentials or API keys in APPNAME and authorize access to Contacts API
Choose endpoints such as GET and POST for contacts to start exchanging data
Create triggers and actions in APPNAME to automate contact workflows
The Contacts API endpoint list includes read endpoints for contacts tasks notes and appointments as well as write endpoints to create update and delete data. Use the endpoints you need to pull or push data and keep records in sync across tools. Always start with read operations to verify data availability before writing.
Authenticate using the OAuth flow provided by APPNAME and the GHL API credentials. Store tokens securely in the Zapier app settings and refresh tokens when needed to maintain access.
Yes you can read and write data for contacts tasks notes and appointments. The API supports GET POST PUT and DELETE operations across these resources to support typical CRM workflows.
Rate limits may apply. If you hit a limit, wait a moment and retry. To improve throughput use batching and webhooks to reduce constant polling.
GET /contacts/:contactId returns core fields such as id name email and custom fields. You can expand data by including related resources such as tasks and notes when supported by the endpoint.
Use the test connection feature in the Zapier app to verify credentials and endpoint accessibility. Review response codes and payloads to confirm correct setup.
Field mapping is straightforward. Use sample data to align your app fields with API responses and adjust mappings as your data model evolves. Reach out for help if needed.
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