Use the supported authentication method for the Email API (API key or OAuth). Keep credentials secure and limit scope to users.write.
In Zapier, securely store credentials and test a simple connection to ensure commands reach the Email API.
Core endpoints include POST /users/, DELETE /users/:userId, PUT /users/:userId, GET /workflows/, and POST /courses/courses-exporter/public/import; these enable user management, workflow access, and course imports.
Trigger: new or updated user in GHL triggers a sync in your app via Zapier.
Actions: create or update a user in the app, map email and name fields, handle errors.
POST /users/
Key fields: email, fullName, status
Trigger: a new workflow is available or updated in GHL, pulling into Zapier.
Actions: fetch workflows, parse IDs and names, trigger corresponding app workflows.
GET /workflows/
Key fields: workflowId, name, lastUpdated
Trigger: a course export/import request from the app.
Actions: import course data into GHL, export course lists for reports.
POST /courses/courses-exporter/public/import
Key fields: courseId, courseName, status
Automate onboarding emails and reminders without writing code.
Build reusable workflows that scale across campaigns.
Reduce time to insight with real‑time data syncing.
Definitions for endpoints, authentication, payloads, and common workflows used to connect the Email API to the Zapier App Connector.
A specific URL and HTTP method used to perform an action in the API.
A callback URL that gets triggered by an event to push data to your app.
The method used to verify identity before allowing API access (API keys or OAuth).
The data sent in a request or response, typically JSON.
Trigger a welcome email and follow-ups when a new donor signs up.
Automatically send receipts and donation confirmations to donors.
Notify teams instantly when volunteers register for programs.
Generate API credentials, authorize the connection, and run a quick test.
Map required fields and set up data routing to your app.
Turn on workflows and monitor outcomes in real time.
The Email API from GHL provides programmatic access to email sending and user management. When paired with the Zapier App Connector, you can trigger campaigns and push recipient data directly from your app. This setup is aimed at charity teams seeking streamlined donor communications. Review authentication requirements and scope to keep data secure and reliable. With the right permissions, you can automate onboarding, reminders, and updates without manual steps.
No coding is required to get started thanks to Zapier templates and the GHL Email API. You can configure triggers and actions using a visual workflow builder. While many setups are code-free, some advanced cases may benefit from custom field mappings or transformation steps to ensure data aligns with your app.
Essential endpoints for charity sites include POST /users/ to create or update donors, GET /workflows/ to pull available campaigns, and POST /courses/courses-exporter/public/import to import course data. These endpoints support onboarding, campaigns, and training content within your app ecosystem. Other endpoints can be leveraged as needed for deeper automation and reporting.
Authenticate using an API key or OAuth in line with the Email API documentation. Once credentials are obtained, run a quick test call (ping or simple create) to confirm connectivity. Store credentials securely and rotate them periodically.
Yes. Use test data and a sandbox environment to simulate end-to-end flows, including data creation, triggering campaigns, and verifying results in GHL and your app. Monitor dashboards and logs to catch mismatches early and adjust mappings as needed.
GHL Email API imposes rate limits; plan your automation to respect them. Use batching where possible and implement retry logic with backoff to handle transient errors gracefully.
Rankr and our documentation provide step-by-step guidance, plus example templates. If you hit issues, reach out to support with details of your endpoints, auth method, and a recent API response to speed up resolution.
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