Authenticate requests to the GHL Contacts API using your API key or OAuth credentials. Ensure the correct scope contacts.readonly or full access as required.
Specter authenticates to GHL via API key or OAuth with token refresh and secure storage. Use the recommended scope and rotate credentials regularly.
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; GET /contacts; 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 Specter, push changes to the Contacts API to create or update the matching contact.
Actions: Create or update a contact in the Contacts API and optionally fetch related tasks as needed.
Example method paths: POST /contacts to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update
Key fields: contactId, email, firstName, lastName
Trigger: When notes or appointments are added in Specter, create corresponding records in Contacts API.
Actions: post notes and appointments under the associated contactId.
Paths: POST /contacts/:contactId/notes, POST /contacts/:contactId/appointments
Key fields: contactId, noteId, appointmentId, date
Trigger: When a task is created or its status changes in Specter, sync with the Contacts API
Paths: POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Key fields: contactId, taskId, tagId, status
Faster setup with no code automation and ready built triggers.
Consistent data across Specter and GHL for better reporting.
Scalable workflows that grow with your use case.
This glossary defines terms and processes used in the integration between Specter and the GHL Contacts API.
API stands for Application Programming Interface a set of rules that lets apps talk to each other.
An endpoint is a specific URL path used to access a resource or perform an action in an API.
OAuth is an authorization framework used to grant limited access to your API without sharing credentials.
A trigger is an event that starts an automation or workflow.
Enrich contact data by pulling notes and task history to complete profiles automatically.
Keep Specter and GHL records aligned with two way updates across core contact data notes tasks and tags.
Prebuilt automation templates for common use cases like onboarding and client follow ups.
Plan which Specter fields map to Contacts API fields for clean data transfer.
Set up credentials and run test requests against endpoints to validate connectivity.
Deploy the integration and monitor endpoint responses and logs for errors.
No coding is required for basic set ups thanks to prebuilt connectors and trigger templates. You can get started with simple field mappings and test calls without writing code. For advanced scenarios you can customize mappings and workflows using the API endpoints. This keeps the setup accessible while still allowing deep customization when needed.
Supported authentication options include API keys and OAuth. Choose the method that fits your security needs and make sure credentials are stored securely and rotated regularly. The scope should reflect the data you need access to such as contacts.readonly or full access.
Start with essential endpoints like GET /contacts/:contactId and POST /contacts to get basic data in sync. As you grow, add endpoints for notes tasks and tags to unlock richer automation. Always test with sample data before going live.
Use field mapping to align Specter fields with Contacts API fields. Create a mapping plan, test with representative records, and adjust for duplicates or conflicts. This ensures data quality across systems.
Yes, with triggers for notes tasks and tags you can automate many workflows. Pair these with no code dashboards or reports to improve visibility and decision making.
Monitor through API responses and integration logs. Set up alerts for failures and configure retry policies to maintain reliability. Regularly review logs to identify bottlenecks.
Endpoint documentation is available in the API docs section or the endpoint list above. You can reference the 17 core endpoints and the broader 50 endpoint catalog for advanced use cases.
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