Learn how to securely authenticate requests to the GHL API from the Zapier App Connector, including API keys and OAuth where available.
Configure the Zapier App Connector to securely authenticate with the GHL API and protect data in transit.
Endpoints include core resources for attendees, leads/contacts, events, registrations, and payments. Use the following examples as a starting point for building your automations: /contacts, /leads, /events, /registrations, /payments (note: actual paths may vary by your GHL account).
Trigger: New attendee created in Accelevents. Action: Upsert attendee in GHL with key fields mapped.
Actions: Create or update contact in GHL; sync custom fields like ticket type and event seat. Maintain idempotency to avoid duplicates.
Method path: POST /v1/contacts (or PUT /v1/contacts/{id}) depending on upsert logic.
Key fields: email, external_id, or phone; ensure unique identifier mapping.
Trigger: New lead generated from event registration. Action: Create or update lead in GHL.
Actions: Upsert lead, apply lifecycle stage, and attach event data.
Method path: POST /v1/leads or /v1/contacts
Key fields: email, name, company, status
Trigger: New event or ticket purchase in Accelevents. Action: Create or update event in GHL.
Actions: Sync event name, date, ticket types, and enrollment counts.
Method path: POST /v1/events
Key fields: event_id, name, date
Automate data flows and orchestrate tasks across Accelevents and GHL without writing code.
Create reliable, repeatable workflows that scale with your events and campaigns.
Empower non-technical teams to build powerful automations quickly.
Key components and processes used by the GHL API and Zapier App Connector for Accelevents integrations.
API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules that enables applications to communicate and exchange data.
Webhook is a callback mechanism that delivers real-time data to your system when an event occurs.
An endpoint is a specific URL where an API can be accessed to perform actions or retrieve data.
Authentication verifies identity and permissions to access API resources.
Tag attendees based on ticket type or source in Accelevents and mirror tags in GHL.
Score leads in GHL based on session attendance and engagement metrics collected from Accelevents.
Trigger nurture campaigns in GHL after event attendance to move attendees through the funnel.
Generate API key/credentials in GHL and authorize the Zapier App Connector.
Choose triggers and actions to connect Accelevents with GHL.
Run tests to ensure data maps correctly and automations run as expected.
The GHL API is a programmable interface that lets external apps access GHL data and actions. By using the Zapier App Connector as the bridge, you can securely request attendee, lead, and event data from GHL and push Accelevents information back into GHL. This enables automated workflows without manual data entry. Troubleshooting steps include checking API keys, ensuring proper scopes, and verifying the correct endpoint paths are used.
Yes. The Zapier App Connector handles the OAuth or API key flow needed to talk to GHL. In many setups you’ll configure a single connection and reuse it across multiple Zaps. If your workflow requires, you can create separate connections for different teams or environments.
Common endpoints for Attendees, Leads/Contacts, Events, Registrations, and Payments are typically involved. Depending on your use case, you may interact with endpoints like /contacts, /leads, /events, /registrations, and /payments. Always refer to your GHL account’s API docs for exact paths.
Authentication is typically done via API keys or OAuth. In Zapier, you store credentials in the app connection and attach them to requests to GHL endpoints. Ensure you grant the app the necessary scopes and renew credentials as needed.
Yes. You can map custom fields in GHL to fields in Accelevents using Zapier’s field mapping. This lets you pass additional data like ticket type, session preferences, or referral sources into GHL records.
Common errors include invalid credentials, missing required fields, or misconfigured endpoints. Verify the endpoint URL, request method, headers, and body format. Use test data and the Zapier task history to diagnose failures.
GHL provides API documentation and developer guides. Check the official GHL developer docs and your account’s API reference. Some organizations also publish integration guides for Accelevents on their support sites.
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