Connect GoHighLevel with Genius Messenger CRM (Step-by-Step Integration Guide)

TL;DR

You can sync GoHighLevel with Genius Messenger CRM using your GoHighLevel API key.
This integration automatically updates contact info, tags, and pipelines between Facebook Messenger and GHL, letting you track organic leads inside your CRM in real time.

Why Connect GoHighLevel and Genius Messenger

• Keeps contact info (name, email, phone) synced between both systems.
• Updates pipelines automatically when you tag contacts in Messenger.
• Eliminates manual data entry for Facebook leads.
• Allows follow-up automations inside GHL after Messenger chats.

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Create a Pipeline in GoHighLevel
   • Go to Opportunities → Pipelines → + New Pipeline.
   • Add your stages (e.g., Cold Lead, Follow-Up, Closed).
   • Save. These stages will sync as labels in Genius Messenger.
2. Find Your GoHighLevel API Key
   • Navigate to Settings → Company → API Key.
   • Click Copy API Key (keep it private).
3. Log In to Genius Messenger CRM
   • Open the Chrome extension or web dashboard.
   • Click Settings → Integrations.
   • Under “Lead Connector,” toggle ON and paste your GHL API key.
   • Click Save.
4. Wait for Sync
   • Allow 5–10 minutes for the first sync.
   • Check GHL Pipelines → Opportunities.
   • You’ll see new labels from Genius Messenger appear as stages.
5. Test the Connection
   • Tag a contact in Genius Messenger (e.g., “Warm Lead”).
   • In GoHighLevel, refresh your Opportunities dashboard.
   • The contact and tag should appear automatically.
6. Optional – Adjust Stage Colors
   • In GHL Pipelines, click Edit Stage to assign custom colors or rename synced stages.

Real-World Example

If you tag a Facebook lead as “Booked Call” inside Genius Messenger, GoHighLevel instantly updates the same contact’s stage and adds the conversation to your pipeline.
From there, you can trigger automations like appointment reminders, follow-ups, or lead scoring — all managed within GHL.

Common Questions

1. Do I need Zapier for this integration?
No. Genius Messenger connects to GoHighLevel directly through the API key.

2. How long does the sync take?
Usually within 5–10 minutes, depending on data volume.

3. What information is synced?
Name, email, phone, Messenger tags, and pipeline stages.

4. Can I run automations on these contacts?
Yes. Once the lead appears in GHL, it behaves like any other contact.

5. Is this connection official?
Genius Messenger uses GHL’s public API to integrate; setup is safe and compliant.