How to Connect ActiveCampaign to the Custom Objects API (GHL)

A seamless integration of Custom Objects with ActiveCampaign for real-time data sync.

How to connect the Custom Objects API with ActiveCampaign

Learn the overview of connecting the Custom Objects API to ActiveCampaign, including authentication, endpoint usage, and best practices for reliable data synchronization.

Authentication for the Custom Objects API

Authenticate requests with your GHL API key and the required scope (objects/schema.readonly).

Authentication for ActiveCampaign

ActiveCampaign uses an API token to authorize requests; keep credentials secure and scope-limited to this integration.

Custom Objects API Endpoints

Key endpoints for managing Custom Objects include: GET /objects/:key, GET /objects, GET /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id, POST /objects/:schemaKey/records, PUT /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id, DELETE /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id. Additional endpoints are available as needed.

Top 3 connection patterns for Custom Objects API and ActiveCampaign

Real-time Sync: GHL Custom Objects to ActiveCampaign

Trigger on create or update of a Custom Object record to push changes to ActiveCampaign.

Actions include creating or updating ActiveCampaign contacts and mapping object fields to contact fields.

GET /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id

Key fields: id, schemaKey, and mapped object data used to update ActiveCampaign.

Top 3 connection patterns for Custom Objects API and ActiveCampaign

Batch Export of Custom Objects to ActiveCampaign

Trigger on a schedule or on-demand to export multiple records.

Actions include bulk creating/updating ActiveCampaign contacts and syncing object data fields.

POST /objects/:schemaKey/records

Fields: records[].data mapped to ActiveCampaign fields.

Top 3 connection patterns for Custom Objects API and ActiveCampaign

On-Demand Single-Record Sync

Triggered manually from the app or via a webhook to sync a single record.

PUT /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id

Fields: id, schemaKey, and mapped payload fields.

No-Code Benefits of Connecting Custom Objects API with ActiveCampaign

Zero-code integration with visual workflows using webhooks and automations.

Real-time data sync enables precise segmentation and personalized messaging.

Centralized customer data across GHL objects and ActiveCampaign contacts for a unified view.

Key Terms and Glossary

Key elements include objects, schemas, records, and the endpoints used to move data between GHL and ActiveCampaign, plus field mappings and authentication.

Object

A named collection of fields in GHL used to store related records.

Record

A single item within an object, identified by a unique key.

Schema

The blueprint that defines fields and data types for an object.

Endpoint

A URL path for performing a specific API operation (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).

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Creative ideas for connecting Custom Objects API with ActiveCampaign

Idea: Personalize campaigns with object data

Map object fields to ActiveCampaign contact fields to tailor messages.

Idea: Automated lead scoring from object events

Use object status changes to trigger automations and scoring in ActiveCampaign.

Idea: Audiences built from object segments

Create dynamic segments in ActiveCampaign based on object data values.

Three simple steps to connect Custom Objects API with ActiveCampaign

Step 1: Gather credentials and set scope

Obtain your GHL API key and verify the scope includes objects/schema.readonly.

Step 2: Define mappings and endpoints

Create field mappings between GHL object fields and ActiveCampaign fields.

Step 3: Test and deploy

Test data flows, handle errors, and deploy to production with monitoring.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I authenticate with the GHL Custom Objects API?

Authentication uses your GHL API key and the specified scope. Keep keys secure and rotate regularly. The key should be sent in the Authorization header with each request. Ensure the scope includes access to objects and schemas as needed for your integration.

Yes, many object fields can be mapped to ActiveCampaign fields, but some complex types may require transformation. Plan mappings to match data types (string, number, date) and consider field length limits. Test mappings in a sandbox before production.

At minimum, use endpoints to read and write records: GET /objects/:key to fetch a specific object, GET /objects to list objects, and POST /objects/:schemaKey/records, PUT /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id, DELETE /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id to manage records. For real-time sync, GET /objects/:schemaKey/records/:id may be used to retrieve updated data.

Yes, there are rate limits. Monitor API response headers to stay within quotas and implement backoff strategies. If you anticipate spikes, throttle traffic or stagger sync jobs.

Handle errors by inspecting HTTP status codes and response messages. Log failures, retry transient errors with exponential backoff, and alert your team for persistent issues.

You can often set up many automations without code using built-in webhooks and workflow automations. For advanced field mappings or custom transformations, lightweight scripting or middleware can help, but is optional.

Endpoint details are documented in your GHL developer references and API docs. If you cannot locate them, check the API reference in your account or contact support for the latest endpoint maps.

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Contacts

10 Triggers 18 Actions
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Get Contact
Retrieve a specific contact by ID
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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
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Get Contact Task by ID
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Get Contact Notes
List all notes for a contact
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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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Create or update contact automatically
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Add Tags to Contact
Tag contacts for organization
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Remove Tags from Contact
Remove specific tags
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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
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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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List Calendar Groups
Get all calendar groups
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Retrieve all calendars
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Get specific calendar details
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Check calendar availability
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Get all scheduled events
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View unavailable time slots
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Retrieve appointment details
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List Appointment Notes
Get notes for appointments
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View notification settings
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Get specific notification
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Get Calendar Resource
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Set up new calendar group
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Update 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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Create Appointment Note
Add notes to appointments
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Update Appointment Note
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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Search Opportunities
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List Pipelines
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Create Opportunity
Add new sales opportunity
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Update Opportunity
Modify opportunity details
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Create or update opportunity
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Search Users
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Filter Users by Email
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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
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Get Email by ID
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Get Message by ID
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Get Messages by Conversation
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Get Message Recording
Retrieve voice recording
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Download Transcription
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Update Message Status
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Get Business
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List Businesses by Location
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Update Business
Modify business details
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List Workflows
Get all workflows
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List Snapshots
View available snapshots
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List Campaigns
Get all campaigns
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Add Contact to Workflow
Enroll in workflow automation
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List Locations
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List Custom Fields
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Get Company
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Find Associations
Search associations
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Get Association
Retrieve association details
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Get Association Key
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Get Association by Keys
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Get Relations by Record
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Check Blog URL Slug
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Get Blog Categories
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Create Association
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Update Association
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Delete Association
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Create Relation
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Delete Relation
Remove record relation
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Create Blog Post
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📊 Contact Management

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  • Calendar groups with slugs
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