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n8n MCP Server
MCP server by n8n
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n8n MCP Server at a glance
n8n MCP Server is an official MCP server from n8n. It lets an AI assistant find, run and build workflows on your n8n instance.
- Connects to
- Memory and automation
- Hosting
- Remote · Streamable HTTP
- Sign-in
- OAuth or personal access token
- Price
- Free (needs an n8n account)
- Works with
- Claude, Claude Code, ChatGPT, Codex, Gemini CLI, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf
- Best for
- Teams running automations on n8n
- Checked
- October 3, 2026 on official sources
How to install n8n MCP Server
Add the command below as a new MCP server in your AI app’s settings or MCP config file, then sign in when asked. Sign-in: OAuth or personal access token.
Install or connect
Copy the URL ending in /mcp-server/http from Settings > Instance-level MCP in n8nWhat n8n MCP Server can do
It is built into n8n and gives MCP clients access to workflows, agents and data tables on your instance. Assistants can search workflows they have permission to see and run them.
Tools it exposes include
search_workflowsexecute_workflowBuild workflowsManage data tables
Best for: teams running automations on n8n
Pros
- Built into n8n Cloud and self-hosted
- OAuth with per-client permissions
- Can run and build workflows
Cons
- Instance must be public for cloud clients
- Agent features are still in preview
n8n MCP Server FAQ
Is n8n MCP Server free?
It is included in n8n at no extra cost. You need an n8n Cloud account or your own self-hosted instance.
How do I connect n8n MCP Server?
Open Settings > Instance-level MCP in n8n, copy the server URL and add it to your client with OAuth or an access token.
What can n8n MCP Server do?
It searches and runs workflows, helps build workflows and works with agents and data tables on your instance.