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n8n

Workflow automation with AI agents, flexible as code and fast as no-code.

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what it is

n8n is a workflow automation platform that combines AI agents with business process automation. You connect apps and build workflows visually, add code when you need it, and can either use n8n's cloud or host it yourself.

who it's for

Technical teams and tinkerers automating work across apps, especially those who want the option to self-host.

how to start

  1. 1Sign up for n8n Cloud at app.n8n.cloud/register (free trial, no credit card), or self-host with: npx n8n
  2. 2Create a new workflow and add a trigger.
  3. 3Add app and AI/agent nodes.
  4. 4Test it, then activate it.

what you need

  • An n8n Cloud account, or Node.js/Docker to self-host
  • Accounts for the apps you want to connect
  • An LLM API key for AI nodes

pricing

Free trial of cloud plans; the self-hosted Community edition is free

Starter €20/month and Pro €50/month (billed annually); Business €667/month billed annually; Enterprise via sales

pricing page ↗checked Oct 10, 2026

key features

  • Visual workflow builder
  • AI agent, MCP and AI nodes
  • Code when you need it
  • Self-host or cloud
  • Large integration library

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