Access to the Contacts API is controlled by OAuth scopes. Use the GHL scope contacts.readonly for view only or add more for update.
Connect Zapier App Connector using your Zapier account to securely access the Contacts API.
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
Trigger when a contact is added or changed in the Contacts API
Actions include creating a contact, updating a contact and tagging a contact
Key methods include POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Key fields: contactId, businessId; taskId for updates; id for notes
Trigger when a contact is retrieved or updated in the Contacts API
Actions: fetch contact, fetch tasks, fetch notes
GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
contactId, businessId
Trigger when a contact needs to update in the system
Actions: update contact, update task, mark task complete, delete note
PUT /contacts/:contactId, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed, DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
contactId, taskId
Fast automation without coding
Centralized workflows across apps
Scalable API access with secure authentication
A quick glossary of the elements used in these integrations including endpoints, triggers, actions, method paths and key fields.
A specific URL path in the GHL Contacts API that performs a defined operation.
An event that starts a Zapier workflow, such as a new contact or an updated contact.
An operation executed by Zapier to create update or delete data in the Contacts API.
The method used to verify access to the API, typically OAuth scopes or API keys.
Use Zoho Creator triggers to create contacts in Contacts API and start a workflow in Zapier App Connector.
Sync updates from Contacts API back to Zoho Creator and Zapier.
Automatically tag contacts and create tasks in response to events.
Connect your GHL account and authorize the Contacts API in the Zapier App Connector.
Choose the Contacts API triggers and define actions like create update or fetch.
Run tests in Zapier and deploy the workflow.
No coding is required. The Zapier App Connector provides drag and drop triggers and actions for the Contacts API. You can map fields and set up automations in minutes. For advanced setups, you can use simple conditional logic within your Zap.
Authentication uses a secure OAuth flow and API keys. You will authorize the GHL Contacts API within Zapier and scope access to read or write data as needed. The setup guides walk you through granting the correct permissions.
Endpoints cover core operations such as retrieving a contact, tasks, notes and managing tags. The list includes GET POST PUT and DELETE operations for contacts and related resources.
Yes. You can update existing contacts with PUT and add tasks or notes. The workflow can also update tags or mark tasks complete as part of an automation.
Use the test feature in Zapier to run a few sample records. Check API responses, logs and field mappings. Correct any mismatches and re-run tests until successful.
You can connect multiple apps within a single Zap. Each step can be configured to trigger data from the Contacts API and push updates to other systems.
Endpoint docs are usually available in the GHL developer portal. The Zapier App Connector documentation also links to the relevant API sections for quick reference.
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