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GetSales API Quick Start Guide

Get started with the GetSales API: authenticate, create contacts, send LinkedIn messages, and explore advanced endpoints.

Written by Peter
Updated this week

Welcome to the GetSales.io Public API! This quick start guide shows how to authenticate, create your first contact, and send LinkedIn messages.

For the full API reference, visit: https://api.getsales.io


Authentication

To interact with the API, use a valid API key in every request.

How to Get Your API Key:

  1. Log in to your GetSales.io account

  2. Go to Workspace Settings > API Keys

  3. Copy your existing key or create a new one

Example Header:

Authorization: Bearer {YOUR_TOKEN}

Important: Keep your token secure. Never share it publicly.


Creating a Contact

Use this endpoint to add a new lead:
POST https://amazing.getsales.io/leads/api/leads/upsert

Prerequisites:

  • Each contact must belong to a list

  • Copy the List ID from the Lists page

Request Example:

POST /leads/api/leads HTTP/1.1\nHost: amazing.getsales.io\nAuthorization: Bearer {YOUR_TOKEN}\nContent-Type: application/json

Response returns enriched contact data with full name, LinkedIn profile, emails, and more.


Managing LinkedIn Messages

Retrieve Messages

Use this endpoint to get messages for a specific contact:
GET https://amazing.getsales.io/flows/api/linkedin-messages

Optional Parameters:

  • limit: Maximum number of messages to retrieve

  • offset: Offset for pagination

  • order-field: Field to sort by

  • order-type: Sorting direction (asc or desc)

  • filter: JSON object to refine results

Send a Message

Send a LinkedIn message using this endpoint:
POST https://amazing.getsales.io/flows/api/messages

Tip: You can use this for both automated and manual LinkedIn outreach.


What's Next?

  • Try endpoints for automations, sender profiles, and pipeline status

  • Use the API to automate workflows or integrate with external tools

Need help with your setup? Contact support β€” we're happy to help!

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