The integration uses the GHL scope contacts.readonly to fetch data. Ensure your app has client credentials and the proper OAuth flow enabled for read access.
In Zapier connect the App Connector via OAuth2 with GHL or use a secure API token. Store tokens securely and rotate regularly.
GET /contacts/:contactId fetches a single contact. GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks and GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId fetch related tasks. GET /contacts/:contactId/notes and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id fetch notes. GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments retrieves appointments. GET /contacts/ lists contacts. GET /contacts/business/:businessId retrieves contacts for a business. POST /contacts/ creates a contact. PUT /contacts/:contactId updates a contact. DELETE /contacts/:contactId deletes a contact. POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks creates a task for a contact. PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId updates a task. PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed marks a task complete. DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId deletes a task. POST /contacts/:contactId/tags adds a tag to a contact.
Trigger: When a contact is created or updated in GHL to sync details in APPNAME.
Actions: Retrieve full contact data along with related tasks and notes for enriched workflows.
GET /contacts/:contactId
Key fields include contactId firstName lastName email phone and lastUpdated.
Trigger: Daily or hourly sync to keep APPNAME up to date.
Actions: List contacts filter by businessId and export essential fields to APPNAME.
GET /contacts/
Key fields: contactId name email businessId lastUpdated.
Trigger: Updates to tasks or notes on a contact.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
Key fields: contactId taskId notesId status
Automate workflows without writing code.
Move data between GHL and APPNAME in minutes not hours.
Scale marketing and support automation with reliable data syncing.
This guide defines core data elements and processes for integrating GHL Contacts API with the Zapier App Connector.
A person in your GHL CRM with contact details interactions notes tasks and appointments.
A to do item linked to a contact with due dates status and assignees.
A free form text entry attached to a contact for context or history.
A business entity within GHL used to group contacts and related records.
Create a kickoff workflow that pulls new contacts from GHL into APPNAME and assigns onboarding tasks automatically.
Sync contact updates into APPNAME to keep records current and trigger follow ups.
Use notes and tasks to drive retention campaigns when contact status or activity changes.
Connect your GHL account to the Zapier App Connector and grant read access to contacts.
Select the Contacts endpoints you want to sync such as GET POST PUT and DELETE actions.
Run tests to verify field mappings and deploy automation to your live workflows.
The contacts.readonly scope allows read access to contact data and related resources. It helps you pull contact fields and related items without writing data back into GHL. If you need to update or create records, you will need elevated scopes and appropriate approvals. Always ensure your app permissions align with user consent and security policies. When in doubt, start with read access and expand as your automation proves stable.
Yes you can write to contacts and related resources via endpoints like POST PUT and DELETE but this requires the correct scopes in GHL and explicit user consent. Configure your Zapier app to request write permissions during OAuth and map fields carefully to avoid accidental data loss. Test in a sandbox or staging environment before deploying to production.
The connector supports core endpoints for contacts including GET /contacts/:contactId GET /contacts/ and the associated sub resources like tasks notes and appointments. It also covers creating updating and deleting contacts and tasks where your permissions allow. For a complete list review the endpoint section in this guide.
No heavy coding is required. The Zapier App Connector provides point and click mappings to connect GHL endpoints to your automation. You may need basic field mapping and trigger configuration but you can accomplish most flows without writing code. If advanced transformations are needed consider simple in app steps or a lightweight script within Zapier.
Security is handled via OAuth2 flows and token-based authentication. Credentials are stored securely by the platform and rotated as configured. Use HTTPS for all requests and apply least privilege access by granting only needed scopes to your app. Regularly review permissions and audit access tokens.
Monitor API responses and implement retry logic for transient errors. Handle rate limit responses gracefully by backing off and retrying with exponential delays. Log errors for visibility and provide clear user guidance when an action cannot be completed due to permissions or data constraints.
GHL API rate limits vary by endpoint and plan. Refer to the official GHL API docs for current limits and best practices. Design your automations to batch requests where possible and space out high volume syncs to stay within quotas.
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