Authorize your Contacts API access in GHL to allow the Zapier App Connector to read and manage your contact data securely. This involves token exchange and scope configuration (e.g., contacts.readonly) to enable safe automation.
Authenticate the Zapier App Connector to your GHL Contacts API credentials. Use the recommended OAuth flow or API keys as supported, ensuring the connector can operate within your privacy and security policies.
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 Snapchat lead is captured, create or update a contact in the Contacts API.
Actions: create contact, update fields, add initial notes, assign tasks for follow-up.
Method path: GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch; PUT /contacts/:contactId to update; POST /contacts/ to create.
Key fields: contactId, firstName, lastName, email, phone, snapchatLeadId
Trigger: new or updated contacts trigger follow-up tasks based on lead score or engagement.
Actions: create tasks, update statuses, post notes, and tag for segmentation.
Method path: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed
Key fields: contactId, taskId, dueDate, status
Trigger: changes to contact notes or new contact creation update the sales pipeline in real time.
Actions: update contact, log notes, attach new tasks, adjust tags
Method path: PUT /contacts/:contactId to update core fields; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes to attach notes
Key fields: contactId, status, stage, lastActivity
Automate end-to-end Snapchat lead workflows without writing code.
Keep teams aligned with synchronized contact data in real time across apps.
Scale campaigns with repeatable, shareable automations that reduce manual work.
This section covers endpoints, triggers, actions, and data fields used to connect GHL Contacts API with the Zapier App Connector to enable Snapchat Lead Generation workflows.
An API is a set of rules that lets software programs communicate. In this guide, the GHL Contacts API is the surface you connect to.
An event in Zapier that starts a workflow (for example, a new Snapchat lead or a contact update).
A specific URL in the API that performs an action or returns data.
A series of steps that run automatically in response to a trigger.
Capture Snapchat leads in real time and auto-create or update contacts in the Contacts API via Zapier.
Create tasks and reminders when lead score thresholds are met, routing to the right team.
Attach notes that summarize interactions and enrich with contact details for faster follow-up.
Set up OAuth or API keys to authorize access to the Contacts API from the Zapier App Connector.
Choose Snapchat lead-related triggers and map fields to Contacts API.
Run tests, deploy workflows, and monitor results in Zapier.
The Contacts API scope for this integration is primarily contacts.readonly to view and sync contact data securely. You may also leverage write permissions for actions like creating or updating contacts when automations require it. Always adhere to least-privilege principles and revoke access if the connection is no longer needed. In practice, this means Zapier will read contact data to trigger workflows and may write updates when required by your automation flows.
No traditional coding is required. The Zapier App Connector provides a no-code bridge between Snapchat lead data and the GHL Contacts API. You configure triggers, actions, and field mappings within Zapier’s UI. If you have unique needs, you can extend functionality with additional Zap templates, but the core setup is designed for non-developers.
Essential endpoints include GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch a contact, POST /contacts/ to create a new contact, and POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to assign follow-ups. You’ll also want GET endpoints for tasks and notes to keep a full picture of activity. This set supports capturing leads from Snapchat, creating or updating records, and scheduling follow-ups automatically.
The API supports both read and write operations depending on the scope granted. For workflows that require updating contact details or attaching tasks and notes, use the write-capable endpoints in conjunction with proper permissions. Always validate changes in a test environment before going live.
If you hit rate limits or errors, review the API responses for status codes and messages, implement exponential backoff, and ensure authentication tokens are valid. Consider batching requests where possible and using idempotent operations to avoid duplicate data.
A solid follow-up workflow is to trigger upon a new Snapchat lead, create or update the contact, schedule a follow-up task, and log a summary note. This keeps your sales team informed and reduces response time. Monitor outcomes and refine thresholds based on conversion data.
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