Use OAuth2 or API keys provided by the GHL Developer Console to securely authenticate requests against the Contacts API.
Rankr uses API keys to authorize requests to the Contacts API endpoints. Store tokens securely and rotate credentials regularly.
Key endpoints you will use with the Rankr Team SMS workflow include: 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, endpoints for creating, updating, deleting contacts and tasks, and tagging contacts such as 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 new contact is created or updated in Rankr, fetch the latest data from the Contacts API to keep fields in sync.
Actions: update Rankr contact fields, create related tasks, and attach notes from the API.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, name, email, phone, status
Trigger: updates in Rankr create or modify tasks in GHL using the Contacts API.
Actions: create, update, or complete tasks; fetch related notes via GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks
contactId, taskId, title, dueDate, completed
Trigger: new contacts or criteria met, apply tags via POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Actions: assign tags, segment lists, and enable targeted automation.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
contactId, tagNames, tagIds
Automate routine workflows without writing a line of code.
Keep contact data in sync across Rankr and GHL with real-time updates.
Leverage pre-built endpoints to accelerate onboarding and scale.
Common concepts and processes used when integrating the Contacts API with Rankr Team SMS.
A set of endpoints that allow applications to request and exchange data.
A real-time callback URL that receives events from the API.
A specific URL path for a particular action in an API.
The process of proving identity and granting access to API resources.
Automatically tag new contacts in Rankr using POST /contacts/:contactId/tags.
Create tasks in Rankr when important events occur, using POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks.
Attach notes retrieved via GET /contacts/:contactId/notes to the Rankr contact timeline.
Obtain your API key from the GHL developer portal and save it securely.
Use the recommended authentication method (OAuth2 or API key) to authorize API calls.
Begin by hitting GET /contacts/:contactId to pull data and build your workflow.
The Contacts API exposes endpoints to read and modify contact data, tasks, notes, and appointments. You can fetch a contact with GET /contacts/:contactId to pull current information, then use related endpoints to retrieve tasks, notes, and timelines for a complete view. This makes it easy to assemble automations in Rankr Team SMS without manual data entry. This endpoint set is designed for robust read operations and supports filtering by contact identifiers to keep your workflows fast and reliable.
No, you can share API keys across apps within your account if you manage credentials centrally. Use scoped keys and rotate regularly to minimize risk. Always follow least privilege when granting access to specific endpoints. If needed, create separate keys for production and testing to keep environments clean and traceable.
Yes. Webhooks and event triggers can bridge GHL updates to Rankr actions. When a contact changes in GHL, you can trigger Rankr workflows to update notes, create tasks, or apply tags automatically. Configure callbacks securely and ensure your endpoints are available to receive real time events.
You can pull contact details, tasks, notes, appointments, and business associations via the Contacts API. This enables rich context for Rankr Team SMS automations and enables you to drive more relevant outreach. Use GET requests to fetch single items or bulk endpoints to synchronize larger datasets, depending on your workflow needs.
Secure authentication is achieved by using OAuth2 or API keys over HTTPS. Store credentials in a secure vault, rotate keys regularly, and apply the principle of least privilege to endpoints. Avoid embedding secrets in code or client side applications and consider using server side proxies for enhanced security.
Yes, there are rate limits in place for the Contacts API. If you expect high call volumes, implement batching, caching, and exponential backoff in your integration. This helps maintain reliability while respecting quota limits. Monitor usage with your dashboard to adjust request patterns proactively.
Test using sandbox data or a dedicated test environment. Validate each endpoint, simulate failure scenarios, and gradually rollout to production after confirming stability. Use mock responses to verify error handling and retries.
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