n8n MCP Server

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About n8n MCP Server

MCP server implementation for n8n workflow automation

#n8n #workflow-automation #mcp-server

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Overview

What is n8n MCP Server?

An MCP server that provides access to n8n workflows, executions, credentials, and more through the Model Context Protocol. It allows LLMs to interact with n8n instances securely and in a standardized way.

How to use n8n MCP Server?

Install the server via npm (npm install -g @illuminaresolutions/n8n-mcp-server) or from source. Set environment variables N8N_HOST (your n8n instance URL) and N8N_API_KEY (an API key from your n8n settings). Configure your MCP client—Claude Desktop or Cline (VS Code)—with the server command and these environment variables.

Key features of n8n MCP Server

List and manage workflows
View workflow details
Execute workflows
Manage credentials
Handle tags and executions
Generate security audits

Use cases of n8n MCP Server

An LLM assistant listing all workflows in an n8n instance
Triggering a workflow execution from a chat interface
Managing credentials without manual UI access
Generating security audits of n8n configurations

FAQ from n8n MCP Server

Why is my client not initialized?

Check that N8N_HOST and N8N_API_KEY are set correctly, the n8n instance is accessible, and the API key has the right permissions.

What features require an n8n Enterprise license?

Project management, variable management, and advanced user management require an n8n Enterprise license. Core features like workflow and credential management work without it.

How do I set up the server for Cline in VS Code?

Install the server, open the Cline extension, click "MCP Servers", then "Configure MCP Servers", and add the n8n server configuration with command and env settings.

What environment variables are needed?

N8N_HOST (your n8n instance URL without trailing slash) and N8N_API_KEY (an API key from your n8n instance settings).

Frequently asked questions

Why is my client not initialized?

Check that `N8N_HOST` and `N8N_API_KEY` are set correctly, the n8n instance is accessible, and the API key has the right permissions.

What features require an n8n Enterprise license?

Project management, variable management, and advanced user management require an n8n Enterprise license. Core features like workflow and credential management work without it.

How do I set up the server for Cline in VS Code?

Install the server, open the Cline extension, click "MCP Servers", then "Configure MCP Servers", and add the n8n server configuration with `command` and `env` settings.