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.
Click on "Deploy Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type @ followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@n8n-MCP Find a template to sync Google Sheets rows to Slack messages"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
The Bridge Between Workflow Automation and AI Intelligence
Overview • Quick Start • IDE Setup • Deployment • Documentation
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.
📚 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.
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The fastest way to try n8n-MCP with zero setup.
👉 dashboard.n8n-mcp.com
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"
}
}
}
}n8n-MCP works seamlessly with these AI-powered environments:
Tool | Setup Guide |
Claude Desktop | |
Claude Code | |
Cursor | |
Windsurf | |
VS Code | |
Antigravity |
Ultra-optimized image (~120MB memory footprint).
docker pull ghcr.io/mutaharhashmi/n8n-mcp:latestSee Docker Guide for full configuration.
Deploy to the cloud in minutes.
git clone https://github.com/mutaharhashmi/n8n-mcp.git
cd n8n-mcp
npm install && npm run build && npm run rebuildTake 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.
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.
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