What it is

n8n is an open-source workflow automation platform that lets you connect any app to any other app through a visual node-based builder. Self-host it on your own server for full control, or use their cloud offering. With 400+ integrations, code nodes for custom logic, and webhook triggers, it handles everything from simple email automations to complex multi-step business processes.

Key features

Visual workflow builder — drag, drop, connect

400+ built-in integrations (APIs, databases, SaaS tools)

Self-hostable — full control over your data and execution

Code nodes for custom JavaScript/Python logic

Webhook triggers for real-time automation

AI agent nodes for LLM-powered workflows

Best for

Businesses that want automation without vendor lock-in
Teams that need to self-host for compliance or data control
Complex multi-step workflows connecting many tools
Developers who want visual orchestration with code escape hatches

Limitations

Self-hosting requires server management knowledge
Steeper learning curve than Zapier for simple automations
Some advanced nodes need JavaScript proficiency

How we use n8n

n8n powers all of our backend automation — SMTP email sequences, webhook-triggered workflows, scheduled jobs, and transactional emails. We self-host it on our VPS and manage workflows through the n8n MCP server, which lets Claude Code create and update automations programmatically.

Early to AI — in production

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