n8n MCP Server
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The n8n MCP Server allows AI assistants to interact with n8n workflows through natural language. It provides tools and resources for AI assistants to manage n8n workflows and executions.
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What is n8n MCP Server?
The n8n MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server that enables AI assistants to manage and interact with n8n workflows using natural language. It acts as a bridge between AI assistants and n8n, allowing them to perform various operations on workflows and executions.
How to use n8n MCP Server?
First, install the server either from npm or from source, ensuring you have Node.js 18+ and an n8n instance with API access. Configure the server by setting the necessary environment variables in a .env file. Then, run the server and register it with your AI assistant platform using the platform's specific method, such as the MCP installer.
Key features of n8n MCP Server
Workflow Management (list, create, update, delete, activate, deactivate)
Execution Management (run, get, list, stop)
API access to n8n workflows
Natural language interaction with n8n
Integration with AI assistant platforms
Use cases of n8n MCP Server
Automating workflow management through AI assistants
Creating and managing n8n workflows using voice commands
Monitoring workflow executions with AI-powered dashboards
Integrating n8n workflows with AI-driven applications
Triggering workflows based on natural language inputs
FAQ from n8n MCP Server
What is the purpose of the n8n MCP Server?
What is the purpose of the n8n MCP Server?
It allows AI assistants to interact with n8n workflows using natural language.
What are the prerequisites for installing the server?
What are the prerequisites for installing the server?
Node.js 18 or later and an n8n instance with API access enabled.
How do I configure the server?
How do I configure the server?
Create a .env file and set the N8N_API_URL, N8N_API_KEY, and DEBUG environment variables.
How do I integrate the server with my AI assistant?
How do I integrate the server with my AI assistant?
Register the server with your AI assistant platform using the platform's specific method, such as the MCP installer.
What tools are available in the server?
What tools are available in the server?
Workflow management tools (list, create, update, delete, activate, deactivate) and execution management tools (run, get, list, stop).