The n8n MCP server integrates n8n workflow automation with AI agents. It exposes n8n workflows as tools, allowing agents to trigger and manage workflows. It connects to n8n's API, enabling agents to automate tasks across various services. Developers use it to build AI-driven automation pipelines, integrating AI capabilities with existing n8n workflows.
The n8n MCP server integrates n8n workflow automation with AI agents. It exposes n8n workflows as tools, allowing agents to trigger and manage workflows. It connects to n8n's API, enabling agents to automate tasks across various services. Developers use it to build AI-driven automation pipelines, integrating AI capabilities with existing n8n workflows.
npx -y @illuminaresolutions/n8n-mcp-serverAdd this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"illuminaresolutions-n8n-mcp-server-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @illuminaresolutions/n8n-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from n8n?"
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from n8n. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| N8N_API_KEY | Yes | Your n8n API key |
"What resources are available in n8n?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
"Show me details about [specific item] in n8n"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
"Create a new [item] in n8n with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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