Requests to the Contacts API require a valid access token with the correct scope. Use OAuth 2.0 or API keys as supported, and include the access token in the Authorization header. The scope should include contacts.readonly for read operations.
Spot-Hit stores credentials securely and uses the provided token to call the GHL Contacts API. Follow least privilege and rotate credentials regularly to maintain security.
– 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 – contacts.write – 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
When a contact needs a full profile view in Spot-Hit
Fetch contact data and related fields, then sync name, email, and phone to Spot-Hit; pull notes and tasks for context
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, name, email, phone
When task progress or notes need to be reviewed in Spot-Hit
Retrieve tasks and notes via GET endpoints and update Spot-Hit records accordingly
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, status, noteId
When new leads enter Spot-Hit that must be created in GHL
POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, and POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to add tasks
POST /contacts/ PUT /contacts/:contactId POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, name, email, tasks
Save time through automation and ensure data consistency across Spot-Hit and the Contacts API
Faster onboarding of new contacts with minimal setup and repeatable workflows
Scalable processes using standard endpoints without custom scripting
Key elements include endpoints, authentication, data mapping, error handling, and testing practices to ensure reliable integration
A specific URL that exposes a function of an API
An authorization framework that grants access tokens for API calls
A HTTP callback that notifies your app about events
The maximum number of API calls allowed in a time window
Capture new form submissions in Spot-Hit and auto create or update a contact in GHL
When a task completes in GHL, push a note in Spot-Hit timeline
Auto tag a contact in Spot-Hit when their GHL tags change
Create or use existing API keys and OAuth credentials for the GHL Contacts API
Map data fields to contact properties and set up triggers
Run tests, verify data flows, and go live with monitoring
You will need at least read permissions for contacts to retrieve data and perform read operations. Use the scope contacts.readonly and follow security best practices for token handling.
The endpoints listed include reading contacts, tasks, notes, and creating or updating contacts. Not all endpoints are required for every use case; choose the ones that fit your workflow.
Use OAuth 2.0 or API keys and pass the access token in the Authorization header. Rotate credentials regularly and store them securely to protect access.
Yes, you can create and update contacts using POST /contacts/ and PUT /contacts/:contactId. For tasks, use POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to attach work items.
Data mapping is done by aligning Spot-Hit fields to the GHL API fields. Test mappings in a staging environment before going live to avoid data mismatches.
The API enforces rate limits; if you hit them, implement exponential backoff. Retry logic should avoid creating duplicates and confirm idempotency where possible.
Example payloads and schema can be found in the API reference and sample tutorials. We provide starter templates to accelerate setup.
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