Provides deep integration with n8n to manage workflows and nodes, offering tools for structured access to documentation, configuration validation, and the ability to create, update, and test workflows via the n8n API.
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Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
⚡ n8n-MCP
The Bridge Between Workflow Automation and AI Intelligence
Overview • Quick Start • IDE Setup • Deployment • Documentation
🌟 Overview
n8n-MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that empowers AI assistants (Claude, Cursor, etc.) with deep knowledge of n8n. It provides structured access to documentation, properties, and operations for over 1,200 nodes, enabling AI to build, validate, and manage your workflows with 100% accuracy.
✨ Key Features
📚 1,084+ Nodes Indexed: Full coverage of core and verified community nodes.
⚡ Proprietary Validation: Smart config checks that prevent runtime failures.
💡 Real-World Examples: 2,600+ pre-extracted configurations for instant use.
🎯 Template Library: 2,700+ workflow templates with smart discovery.
🤖 AI-Optimized: Designed for parallel execution and token efficiency.
🚀 Quick Start
Option 1: Hosted Service (Instant) ☁️
The fastest way to try n8n-MCP with zero setup.
👉 dashboard.n8n-mcp.com
Option 2: Local Setup (npx) 💻
Run directly in your terminal or connect to Claude Desktop:
npx n8n-mcpAdd to Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json):
{
"mcpServers": {
"n8n-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "n8n-mcp"],
"env": {
"MCP_MODE": "stdio",
"LOG_LEVEL": "error",
"DISABLE_CONSOLE_OUTPUT": "true"
}
}
}
}💻 IDE & Tool Support
n8n-MCP works seamlessly with these AI-powered environments:
Tool | Setup Guide |
Claude Desktop | |
Claude Code | |
Cursor | |
Windsurf | |
VS Code | |
Antigravity |
📦 Deployment Options
🐳 Docker (Recommended)
Ultra-optimized image (~120MB memory footprint).
docker pull ghcr.io/mutaharhashmi/n8n-mcp:latestSee Docker Guide for full configuration.
☁️ Railway (One-Click)
Deploy to the cloud in minutes.
🏗️ Local Installation (Developers)
git clone https://github.com/mutaharhashmi/n8n-mcp.git
cd n8n-mcp
npm install && npm run build && npm run rebuild🛠️ n8n Integration
Take control of your n8n instance by adding API credentials to your environment:
N8N_API_URL=https://your-n8n-instance.com
N8N_API_KEY=your-api-keyThis unlocks 13+ management tools to create, update, and test workflows directly from your AI assistant. See n8n Deployment Guide.
🤖 AI Orchestration (Pro Tip)
For the best results when using n8n-MCP with Claude Projects, use our Enhanced System Instructions. It teaches the AI to use parallel execution and multi-level validation for production-ready workflows.
📚 Documentation & Resources
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