Authenticate requests with a Bearer token scoped to objects/schema.readonly. Include the token in the Authorization header of every call.
Zapier App Connector uses OAuth2 or API keys to securely access the GHL API. Configure credentials in your Zapier app and rotate credentials as needed.
– GET /objects/:key – GET /objects – GET /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id – POST /objects/:schemaKey/records – PUT /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id – DELETE /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id – GET /objects/schema – POST /objects/schema – GET /objects/record/readonly
Trigger: New or updated charity object; fetch with GET /objects/:key and pass data into downstream Zapier steps.
Actions: Retrieve lists with GET /objects, then fetch details with GET /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id and map fields to target apps.
Method path: GET /objects/:key
Key fields: key, id, name
Trigger: New donor entry in your app; push to GHL with POST /objects/:schemaKey/records or update with PUT.
Actions: Create or update records via POST /objects/:schemaKey/records and PUT /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id; map fields accordingly.
Method path: POST /objects/:schemaKey/records
Key fields: id, key, updated_at
Trigger: Schedule-based sync to refresh downstream dashboards by querying GET /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id.
Actions: Use GET to list records, then GET individual records with /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id and push to BI/tools.
Method path: GET /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id
Key fields: id, schemaKey
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This glossary covers API, endpoints, schemas, records, and data flow between GHL and Zapier App Connector to help you implement confidently.
An API is a defined interface that lets software programs communicate securely to request and exchange data.
An endpoint is a specific URL in an API that performs a concrete action, such as retrieving objects or updating records.
Schema defines the structure of data for an object, including fields, types, and relationships.
A record is a single data entry within a schema, representing a particular object instance.
Pull donor records from the charity objects, enrich profiles in your marketing or fundraising apps, and push updates back to GHL.
Synchronize campaign contacts across GHL and your communications platforms to ensure consistency.
Create a rolling donations report by querying objects and feeding dashboards with live data.
Generate or copy your API key for Custom Objects API with scope objects/schema.readonly, then save in Zapier app settings.
Create a trigger followed by actions using the defined endpoints, map fields, and test thoroughly.
Run end-to-end tests, ensure data fidelity, and deploy for charity workflows.
Answer: The Custom Objects API provides both read and write capabilities with controlled scopes. To begin, generate an API key with the objects/schema.readonly scope and configure it in your Zapier App Connector. Then test endpoints in a safe sandbox before going live. This guide outlines practical steps to start.
Answer: Yes. You can read and write objects via the endpoints listed above, including creating and updating records. Use GET to retrieve data and POST/PUT/DELETE for write operations, respecting your permission scope.
Answer: The integration supports Bearer token authentication and OAuth2 in typical setups. Use the API key with the appropriate scope and securely store credentials in your app settings.
Answer: Use the sandbox environment when available, and run test zaps with sample data. Validate HTTP response codes and error messages, and implement retries and error handling in your workflow.
Answer: Respect rate limits by batching requests, using conditional paging, and caching results where possible. Always handle 429 responses gracefully and implement exponential backoff.
Answer: Map key fields such as id, key, and related identifiers to the destination apps. Ensure consistent field types and proper data formats (strings, numbers, dates).
Answer: Implement robust error handling by inspecting HTTP status codes, error messages, and error codes from the API. Retry transient failures and log incidents for debugging.
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