Authenticate using OAuth 2.0 with client credentials and securely store tokens. Use the provided API key header for requests requiring key-based access. Always scope requests to the minimum permissions needed (users.write).
Zapier uses OAuth 2.0 or API key depending on app configuration. Ensure you authorize the connection in your Zap and renew tokens before expiry. Protect credentials and rotate secrets regularly.
– POST /users/ : Create a new user in the Email API. – DELETE /users/:userId : Remove a user. – PUT /users/:userId : Update user details. – GET /workflows/ : Retrieve available workflows. – POST courses/courses-exporter/public/import : Import courses for scheduling. Note: Additional endpoints exist but are not required for every setup.
Trigger: New user created in Email API
Actions: Add user to list, assign tags, kick off welcome workflow.
HTTP POST to /users/
Key fields: email, name, status
Trigger: User updated in Email API
Actions: Update CRM fields, refresh workflow eligibility.
PUT /users/:userId
Key fields: userId, updated fields
Trigger: Campaign ready in Email API
Actions: Start a workflow, send follow-ups, log results.
POST /workflows/
Key fields: workflowId, triggerPayload
Automate routine emails without coding.
Synchronize contact data in real time across apps.
Quickly prototype workflows and test ideas.
Understand the core elements: endpoints, triggers, actions, and data fields. This glossary helps you plan integration steps and align teams.
An application programming interface that lets different software communicate. In this page, the GHL Email API and Zapier App Connector expose endpoints to manage users, workflows, and data exchanges.
A defined URL and method to perform a specific action via the API, such as creating a user or starting a workflow.
A lightweight callback URL that signals events from one system to another in near real-time.
Industry-standard protocol for authorizing access to APIs without sharing passwords; tokens must be refreshed periodically.
Automatically enroll new users in a welcome email sequence and create a task in your project management tool. This reduces onboarding time and improves engagement.
Trigger reminder emails when a cart is left, and sync status back to the CRM to update lead scores.
Send a weekly digest of email performance to a Slack channel or email, aggregating opens, clicks, and conversions.
Create a new API key and authorize the Zapier connection to access Email API resources you need (users, workflows).
Choose a trigger (e.g., new user) and set up corresponding actions (create user, start workflow).
Run tests, verify data flows, and deploy to production with a single toggle.
Use OAuth 2.0 with client credentials to securely access the Email API. Obtain your client_id and client_secret from the GHL API developer portal, then exchange them for an access token. In Zapier, connect using the OAuth 2.0 flow or API key depending on your app setup. Always include the access token in the Authorization header and request only the scopes you need (users.write).
For a basic connection, create a user via POST /users/ and fetch available workflows with GET /workflows/ to understand what can be automated. You can then select a trigger (new user, status change) and map actions (create user, start a workflow). Keep in mind you may need additional endpoints for advanced scenarios, such as updating users or exporting data.
Yes. Zapier can export data from Email API by triggering workflows that push data to connected apps or by exporting specific fields via endpoints. Use the workflows to orchestrate multi-step data transfers and ensure data consistency across systems. Test exports in a staging environment before going live to prevent data drift.
Data transfers should occur over TLS-encrypted connections. Rotate API keys and tokens regularly, implement least-privilege scopes, and monitor usage with logs and alerts. Store credentials securely using your platform’s secret management.
No-code integration is possible via Zapier triggers and actions. You can connect Email API to Zapier and configure a flow without writing code. Some advanced scenarios may require small configuration steps, but code is not typically needed.
Best practices include rotating keys on a schedule, restricting scopes to only what is needed, using separate credentials per environment, and auditing API access with logs. Regularly review permissions and update token lifetimes to match your security posture.
Check the official Zapier App Connector documentation and release notes for updates. You can also follow the Email API changelog in your developer portal for endpoint changes and new features. Subscribing to notifications ensures you stay informed.
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