Connect Sprout to GHL with OAuth 2.0. In the GHL developer console, create an app, capture your client credentials, and configure a redirect URL. Sprout uses these credentials to obtain access tokens with the contacts.readonly scope.
Sprout authenticates to GHL via OAuth 2.0. After user consent, Sprout stores access and refresh tokens securely and uses the access token to call endpoints like GET /contacts/:contactId.
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 Sprout or GHL, sync to both systems.
Actions: upsert contact data (name, email, phone, custom fields) and map to Sprout fields.
POST /contacts/ to create; PUT /contacts/:contactId to update; GET to verify.
Required: name, email; optional: phone, custom fields; unique key: email or externalId.
Trigger: when GHL creates/updates a task for a contact, Sprout reflects the change.
Actions: create, update, and mark tasks as completed; attach to the correct contactId.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed; DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
Required: contactId, taskId, title; status; dueDate (optional).
Trigger: notes added or updated on a contact in GHL.
Actions: create or update notes; attach noteId and content to the contact in Sprout.
POST /contacts/:contactId/notes; GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id
Required: contactId, content; optional: id, noteType.
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This section defines core data elements and processes: Contacts, Tasks, Notes, Appointments; authentication via OAuth 2.0; endpoint paths; and field mappings between Sprout and GHL.
A person in your CRM whose data is stored in both Sprout and the GHL Contacts API.
A to-do item associated with a contact, often used to track follow-ups.
A text entry or attachment linked to a contact to capture context or details.
A scheduled meeting or call connected to a contact’s timeline.
Automatically create Sprout contacts when new leads are captured, mapping basic fields and kicking off a welcome task.
Trigger follow-up tasks when milestones are met, then update contact status in Sprout.
Aggregate notes to surface customer insights and tag contacts for segments.
Create a GHL app, obtain client credentials, and set your redirect URL in the developer console.
Have the user authorize Sprout to access Contacts data within GHL, then store tokens securely.
Run test API calls against sample contacts and verify data flows properly.
You will need at least the contacts.readonly scope to retrieve contact data. For many use cases, read access is sufficient to pull profiles, notes, and tasks. If you need to update records, request additional scopes and ensure consent from the data owner. Always follow least-privilege practices. In Sprout, store tokens securely and rotate credentials regularly. Use webhook-style checks for data consistency and implement retry strategies for transient API errors.
Yes. Sprout can create or update contacts, and you can manage tasks, notes, and appointments via the endpoints shown. Ensure your app has the proper scopes and that you respect rate limits. Use idempotent requests where possible. If you need write access, ensure you have the correct OAuth scopes and that data is mapped properly to Sprout fields to avoid duplicates.
OAuth 2.0 tokens expire; use the refresh token flow to obtain new access tokens without user interaction. Implement token storage and automatic refresh prior to expiry. If refresh fails, prompt re-authentication. Plan token lifecycle with rotation and secure storage to minimize downtime during credential changes.
For a basic sync, focus on POST /contacts/ to create, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, and GET /contacts/:contactId for verification. Add tasks or notes as needed with their specific endpoints. Expand to include endpoints like GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks and POST /contacts/:contactId/notes for richer data synchronization.
Map fields carefully between Sprout and GHL (e.g., name, email, phone). Use default values for missing data and standardize formats to prevent errors. Consider using IDs as external keys where available. If a field doesn’t have a direct counterpart, store it in a custom field and document the mapping for future maintenance.
Use a sandbox or test environment provided by GHL to validate API calls. Run end-to-end tests with sample contacts and observe token handling and error responses. Validate data mappings and ensure that retries and error handling are in place before going live.
Check your error logs in Sprout and in GHL dashboards. Look for rate limit warnings, authentication failures, or invalid field mappings. Implement retry logic and clear user guidance in case of errors. Maintain a changelog of API updates and monitor endpoints for deprecations to prevent downtime.
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