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Self-Host n8n

Self-host the popular workflow automation platform.

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What is n8n?

n8n is a free and open-source workflow automation tool. Connect APIs, services, and apps to automate repetitive tasks without writing code.

1

Try it locally

Run n8n on your machine to see how it works:

terminal
docker run -it --rm -p 5678:5678 n8nio/n8n

Open http://localhost:5678 to see it running.

Press Ctrl+C in your terminal to stop it.

2

Install the Nexlayer MCP

Install the Nexlayer MCP server for your AI coding assistant:

terminal
npx @nexlayer/mcp-install

This will configure the MCP and prompt you to authenticate with your Nexlayer account.

Don't have an account? You can create a free one during the authentication flow.

3

Deploy to Nexlayer

Ask your AI coding assistant to deploy the Docker image:

terminal
> deploy n8nio/n8n to nexlayer

Nexlayer will pull the image, configure it, and give you a public URL with SSL.

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