Authenticate with an access token that includes the contacts.readonly scope. Use the Authorization header: Bearer
Showcase IDX authentication in this integration relies on OAuth2 or API key exchange between the GHL app and Showcase IDX, using the token you obtain from GHL to authorize requests.
Core GHL endpoints in use: 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, sync to Showcase IDX
Actions: create or update the corresponding contact in Showcase IDX; attach basic profile info and tags
Method paths: GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch, POST /contacts/ to create or update in IDX
Key fields: id, email, firstName, lastName, phone, tags
Trigger: new or updated tasks or notes in GHL
Actions: mirror tasks/notes in Showcase IDX; update statuses and due dates
Method paths: PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Fields: taskId, contactId, status, dueDate, description; noteId, content
Trigger: appointment created in GHL
Actions: create/update appointment in Showcase IDX; keep calendars aligned
Method paths: POST /contacts/:contactId/appointments
Fields: appointmentId, date, time, location, notes
Automate data flow between Showcase IDX and GHL without writing code.
Pre-built endpoint mappings and triggers speed setup and maintenance.
Real-time updates minimize manual data entry and errors.
A quick glossary of terms used throughout this guide.
Application Programming Interface that lets apps talk to each other and exchange data.
A real-time push mechanism that delivers updates from one system to another.
Authorization framework used to obtain access tokens securely for API calls.
A specific URL path in an API that performs a defined action.
Automatically push new Showcase IDX leads into GHL contacts with tags for routing and follow-ups.
Keep appointment calendars aligned so teammates never miss a follow-up.
Allow notes and tasks to flow both ways for a complete activity trail.
Obtain a GHL access token with the contacts.readonly scope and note the client ID and secret.
In Showcase IDX, map GHL contact fields to IDX fields (email, name, phone, etc.).
Run test syncs, verify data integrity, and switch on production integration.
No extensive coding is required. This integration is designed for no-code or low-code setups using adapters and automations. You can configure triggers, actions, and field mappings in a visual editor. For more complex logic, you can add lightweight scripts or use a middleware like Zapier if needed. In short, most teams can get up and running quickly without a developer.
Real-time synchronization is achievable via event-driven triggers, webhooks, or near real-time polling depending on the platform. Expect updates to propagate within seconds to minutes after an event occurs. If you rely on polling, you can tune the interval to balance freshness and API limits. Webhooks are recommended for the most immediate updates where supported.
Start with essential endpoints: GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch a contact, POST /contacts/ to create, and PUT /contacts/:contactId to update. As you expand, include tasks, notes, and appointments endpoints to cover the core workflow. Document mappings so your team understands how each field translates between GHL and Showcase IDX.
Use OAuth2 tokens or API keys issued by GHL, limit scopes to the minimum necessary (e.g., contacts.readonly), and rotate credentials regularly. Store tokens securely and never expose secrets publicly. Implement token refresh logic and keep audit trails of access attempts for compliance.
Yes. Use a mapping table to align fields such as email, name, phone, and tags from GHL to Showcase IDX. Most no-code tools offer intuitive field-mapping screens; for complex data types, you can use transformation steps to clean or format values. Test mappings with sample data to ensure accuracy before going live.
On error, most integrations provide retries with exponential backoff. If a failure persists, review the payload, endpoint availability, and authentication status. Alerts can trigger if repeated failures exceed a threshold. Manual reprocessing of failed records is often a quick remediation path.
Logs and dashboards typically live in your integration platform (e.g., Zapier, Integromat) or within GHL/Showcase IDX analytics. Use these to monitor sync health, success rates, and latencies. Enable verbose logging for troubleshooting during initial setup, then scale back to essential metrics.
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