How to Connect Abstract to the Conversations API

Conversations API x Abstract: A quick-start integration guide

How to Connect the Conversations API with Abstract

This guide explains how to securely connect Abstract to the Conversations API (GHL). You’ll learn authentication basics, available endpoints, and practical, no-code patterns to automate conversations, messages, and transcripts between the two systems.

Authentication for the Conversations API

Authenticate requests to the Conversations API using standard OAuth 2.0 tokens or API keys as configured in your GHL account. Include the access token in the Authorization header and rotate credentials regularly.

Authentication for Abstract

Abstract uses secure OAuth credentials to authorize API calls to GHL. Store credentials safely, implement least-privilege access, and refresh tokens before expiry.

Endpoint List

GET /conversations/:conversationsId; GET /conversations/search; conversations.write; POST /conversations/; PUT /conversations/:conversationsId; DELETE /conversations/:conversationsId; conversations/message.readonly; GET conversations/messages/:messageId/locations/:locationId/recording; GET conversations/locations/:locationId/messages/:messageId/transcription; GET conversations/locations/:locationId/messages/:messageId/transcription/download; conversations/message.write; POST /conversations/messages; POST /conversations/messages/inbound; POST /conversations/messages/upload; PUT /conversations/messages/:messageId/status; DELETE /conversations/messages/:messageId/schedule; DELETE /conversations/messages/email/:emailMessageId/schedule

Top 3 connection patterns for Conversations API x Abstract

1) Real-time conversation creation sync

Trigger: A new conversation is created in the Conversations API (via POST /conversations/).

Actions: Create a matching conversation in Abstract, log activity, and notify your team.

Method Path: POST /conversations/

Key fields: id, conversationsId, participants, status, createdAt

Top 3 connection patterns for Conversations API x Abstract

2) Message handling with transcript capture

Trigger: New messages posted to a conversation (use POST /conversations/messages or inbound).

Actions: Retrieve transcription using GET /conversations/locations/:locationId/messages/:messageId/transcription and store in Abstract.

Method Path: POST /conversations/messages

Key fields: messageId, conversationsId, locationId, transcription

Top 3 connection patterns for Conversations API x Abstract

3) Transcription-only retrieval and analytics

Trigger: Transcription is completed for a message

Actions: Retrieve transcription via GET conversations/locations/:locationId/messages/:messageId/transcription and analyze sentiment in Abstract.

Method Path: GET conversations/locations/:locationId/messages/:messageId/transcription

Key fields: messageId, locationId, transcription

No-code benefits for Conversations API and Abstract

No-code integration with visual workflows eliminates custom code.

Drag-and-drop automation to trigger actions from endpoints.

Easily map fields between the Conversations API and Abstract using placeholders.

Key Terms & Glossary

A quick reference to common API terms and processes you’ll encounter when connecting GHL to Abstract.

API Endpoint

A specific URL path and HTTP method used to access or manipulate a resource in an API.

Authentication

The process of verifying identity to authorize API calls, typically via OAuth tokens or API keys.

Webhook

A callback URL that notifies your system about events in real-time.

Transcript

Text data derived from audio content after transcription.

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Creative ideas for Connecting Conversations API with Abstract

Idea 1: Automated welcome message

Trigger on a new conversation to automatically send a friendly welcome message via the Conversations API.

Idea 2: Transcript-friendly history

Store transcripts in Abstract and make them searchable for context during support.

Idea 3: Sentiment-driven routing

Analyze sentiment from transcripts to route conversations to the right agent or workflow.

3 Simple Steps to Connect Conversations API with Abstract

Step 1: Authenticate

Obtain OAuth credentials and configure authentication in Abstract.

Step 2: Define endpoints

Choose endpoints from the list (e.g., GET /conversations/:conversationsId).

Step 3: Build your workflow

Create automations in Abstract that react to API events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Conversations API?

The Conversations API is a RESTful interface that lets you manage conversations, messages, and transcripts within GHL. It supports common operations like creating conversations, posting messages, and retrieving transcriptions. This enables seamless automation with Abstract. To get started, obtain an API key or OAuth token, review the endpoint list, and begin building your workflow in Abstract using the provided placeholders.

Yes. The integration is designed for no-code workflows and visual builders in Abstract. You can trigger actions from API events, map fields with placeholders, and route conversations without writing code. If you need deeper customization, you can layer in small scripts, but the core experience is no-code.

Authenticate using OAuth 2.0 tokens or API keys as configured in GHL. Store credentials securely, rotate them regularly, and scope permissions to only what is needed. Include tokens in the Authorization header for each request to the API.

The available endpoints include conversation and message management, messaging actions, and transcription retrieval. Refer to the Endpoint List above for the exact paths and methods supported in your GHL-Conversations integration.

Yes. You can schedule messages or perform bulk uploads via the provided endpoints. Use the scheduling endpoints to pause or remove future messages as needed, and use bulk upload pathways to push multiple messages in a single flow.

Transcriptions can be retrieved with the transcription endpoints. You can download, view, or analyze transcripts within Abstract, enabling searchable histories and sentiment analysis.

See this glossary and terms section for definitions like API Endpoint, Authentication, Webhook, and Transcript. You can also refer to the endpoint list and Creative Ideas for practical context on how these terms apply to your integration.

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Complete Operations Catalog - 126 Actions & Triggers

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Contacts

10 Triggers 18 Actions
Trigger
Get Contact
Retrieve a specific contact by ID
Trigger
Search Contacts
Advanced search with filters
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Get Contacts by Business
Retrieve contacts linked to a business
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Get Duplicate Contact
Check for duplicate contacts
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Get Contact Appointments
List all appointments for a contact
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Get Contact Tasks
Retrieve all tasks for a contact
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Get Contact Task by ID
Get specific task details
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Get Contact Notes
List all notes for a contact
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Get Contact Note by ID
Retrieve specific note details
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List Contacts (Deprecated)
Legacy contact listing method
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Create Contact
Add a new contact to the system
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Update Contact
Modify existing contact information
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Find Contact
Search by email, phone, or ID
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Delete Contact
Remove a contact permanently
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Upsert Contact
Create or update contact automatically
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Add Tags to Contact
Tag contacts for organization
Action
Remove Tags from Contact
Remove specific tags
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Bulk Update Contact Tags
Add or remove multiple tags at once
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Create Contact Task
Add a new task for a contact
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Update Contact Task
Modify existing task details
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Complete Contact Task
Mark task as complete
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Delete Contact Task
Remove a task permanently
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Create Contact Note
Add notes to contact records
Action
Update Contact Note
Edit existing notes
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Delete Contact Note
Remove notes from contacts
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Add Contact to Campaign
Enroll contact in campaign
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Remove from Campaign
Remove contact from specific campaign
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Remove from All Campaigns
Unenroll from all campaigns
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Calendars & Appointments

13 Triggers 21 Actions
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List Calendar Groups
Get all calendar groups
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List Calendars
Retrieve all calendars
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Get Calendar by ID
Get specific calendar details
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Get Free Slots
Check calendar availability
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List Calendar Events
Get all scheduled events
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List Blocked Slots
View unavailable time slots
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Get Appointment
Retrieve appointment details
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List Appointment Notes
Get notes for appointments
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List Calendar Notifications
View notification settings
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Get Calendar Notification
Get specific notification
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List Calendar Resources
View rooms and equipment
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Get Calendar Resource
Get specific resource details
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Create Calendar Group
Set up new calendar group
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Update Calendar Group
Modify calendar group settings
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Update Group Status
Enable or disable calendar group
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Validate Group Slug
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Add new calendar
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Modify calendar settings
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Remove calendar permanently
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Book new appointment
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Update Appointment
Modify appointment details
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Delete Event
Cancel and remove event
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Create Block Slot
Block time on calendar
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Update Block Slot
Modify blocked time
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Add notes to appointments
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Edit appointment notes
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Remove appointment notes
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Set up reminders
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Modify notification settings
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Remove notification
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Add room or equipment
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Modify resource details
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Opportunities

3 Triggers 7 Actions
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Search Opportunities
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Get Opportunity
Retrieve specific opportunity
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List Pipelines
View all opportunity pipelines
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Create Opportunity
Add new sales opportunity
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Update Opportunity
Modify opportunity details
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Delete Opportunity
Remove opportunity
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Update Opportunity Status
Change status (open, won, lost)
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Upsert Opportunity
Create or update opportunity
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Add Followers
Assign team members to follow
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Remove Followers
Unassign followers
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Users

4 Triggers 3 Actions
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Search Users
Find users with filters
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Filter Users by Email
Search users by email address
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Get User
Retrieve user details
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List Users by Location
Get users in specific location
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Create User
Add new user to system
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Update User
Modify user information
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Delete User
Remove user from system
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Conversations & Messages

8 Triggers 2 Actions
Trigger
Search Conversations
Find conversations by filters
Trigger
Get Conversation
Retrieve conversation details
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Get Email by ID
Retrieve specific email
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Get Message by ID
Get specific message details
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Get Messages by Conversation
List all conversation messages
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Get Message Recording
Retrieve voice recording
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Get Message Transcription
Get transcribed message text
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Download Transcription
Download transcription file
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Update Message Status
Change message read/unread status
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Agent Typing Indicator
Show typing indicator in chat
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Businesses

2 Triggers 3 Actions
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Get Business
Retrieve business details
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List Businesses by Location
Get all businesses in location
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Create Business
Add new business
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Update Business
Modify business details
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Delete Business
Remove business
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Workflows & Campaigns

3 Triggers 5 Actions
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List Workflows
Get all workflows
Trigger
List Snapshots
View available snapshots
Trigger
List Campaigns
Get all campaigns
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Add Contact to Workflow
Enroll in workflow automation
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Remove from Workflow
Unenroll from workflow
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Add Contact Followers
Assign followers to contact
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Unassign followers
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Add/remove contacts from business
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Other Operations

20 Triggers 8 Actions
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List Locations
Get all locations
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List Custom Fields
View custom field definitions
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Get Company
Retrieve company information
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Find Associations
Search associations
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Get Association
Retrieve association details
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Get Association Key
Get key by name
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Get Association by Keys
Find by object keys
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Get Relations by Record
List record relations
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Check Blog URL Slug
Verify slug availability
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Get Blog Authors
List blog authors
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Get Blog Categories
List blog categories
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Get Blog Posts
List posts by blog
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Get Blogs by Location
List location blogs
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Find Location by ID
Retrieve location details
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Create Location
Add new location
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Create Association
Link related records
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Update Association
Modify association
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Delete Association
Remove association
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Create Relation
Establish record relation
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Delete Relation
Remove record relation
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Create Blog Post
Publish new blog post
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Update Blog Post
Edit blog post

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📊 Contact Management

  • 10 custom field slots per contact
  • Advanced search with filters
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  • Tag management (bulk operations)
  • Full task and note management
  • Campaign & workflow enrollment

📅 Calendar Features

  • Calendar groups with slugs
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  • Free slot checking
  • Appointment booking system
  • Blocked slots management
  • Room & equipment resources

💼 Sales Pipeline

  • Multi-pipeline support
  • Stage management
  • Status tracking (won, lost, etc)
  • Monetary value tracking
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  • Workflow automation support
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  • Polling triggers (1-15 min)
  • Real-time conversations
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