Use secure OAuth 2.0 to authorize access to your GHL Contacts endpoints. Obtain client credentials, request the proper scopes (including contacts.readonly), and store tokens in your APPNAME integration for ongoing calls.
In the Zapier App Connector setup, complete the OAuth flow and grant the required scope: contacts.readonly. Configure your app credentials to enable secure, ongoing access.
1) GET /contacts/:contactId; 2) GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks; 3) GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; 4) GET /contacts/:contactId/notes; 5) GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id; 6) GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments; 7) GET /contacts/; 8) GET /contacts/business/:businessId; 9) contacts.write; 10) POST /contacts/; 11) PUT /contacts/:contactId; 12) DELETE /contacts/:contactId; 13) POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; 14) PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; 15) PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed; 16) DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId; 17) POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Trigger when a contact is created or updated in GHL, fetch details via GET /contacts/:contactId and push to the Zapier App Connector.
Actions include creating or updating the corresponding contact in APPNAME, updating notes, tasks, and tagging as needed.
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, name, email, phone, customFields
Trigger when a contact’s tasks or notes change; fetch via GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks and GET /contacts/:contactId/notes.
Actions sync tasks and notes back into APPNAME, enabling trackers and history.
GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
taskId, title, dueDate, status; noteId, content
Trigger for bulk tagging and updates; batch processing via POST /contacts/:contactId/tags.
Actions apply tags to contacts in APPNAME and synchronize tag changes.
POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
contactId, tagId(s)
Fast setup with drag-and-drop workflows; no traditional coding required.
Automated data syncing reduces manual work and improves accuracy.
Scalable integrations with secure authentication and robust error handling.
A quick reference to API concepts, endpoints, auth methods, and how data flows between GHL and APPNAME.
Application Programming Interface: a set of rules that enables software components to communicate.
A specific URL in an API that performs a defined action, such as retrieving a contact or updating a task.
The process of proving identity to access the API, typically via OAuth 2.0.
A callback URL that notifies your app when an event occurs.
Capture new leads from website forms via APPNAME and push to GHL with the Contacts API.
When a task in GHL is completed, trigger an update in APPNAME to close related items.
Automatically apply tags to contacts in GHL based on APPNAME events to segment campaigns.
Create or select your OAuth credentials, set scopes to include contacts.readonly, and connect to the Zapier App Connector.
Run test calls to GET endpoints like /contacts/:contactId to verify data flow.
Create Zaps/workflows to map GHL data into APPNAME fields and trigger actions.
You don’t need to write code if you use Zapier App Connector to link GHL’s Contacts API. The visual editor lets you map fields and set triggers. If you want advanced customization, you can add simple code steps in Zapier or use Webhooks for custom logic.
Common tasks can be performed with GET /contacts/:contactId and GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks to pull data; use POST and PUT to update when necessary. The connector supports building multi-step automations that update both systems and keep records in sync.
Security is maintained via OAuth 2.0 tokens, limited scopes, and secure storage in APPNAME. Rotate credentials regularly and monitor access logs to detect unusual activity.
Yes, real-time-like triggers can be achieved with webhooks and polling intervals in Zapier, depending on plan. For near real-time updates, configure triggers on contact changes and use actions to push updates immediately.
The primary scope used is contacts.readonly to retrieve information; you can upgrade scopes if write access is necessary. Always request the minimum privilege required for your workflow to minimize risk.
Error handling includes retry logic, exponential backoff, and clear failure alerts in your app. Use Zapier’s built-in test tools and logs to debug and resolve issues quickly.
API rate limits depend on your GHL account and plan; monitor rate limit headers in responses. If you approach limits, space requests, batch operations, or implement queuing in APPNAME to avoid throttling.
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