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A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates with n8n, providing tools for workflow and execution management via the n8n API.

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Installation Guide

This guide covers the installation process for the n8n MCP Server.

Prerequisites

Before installing the n8n MCP Server, ensure you have:

Node.js 18 or later installed
An n8n instance running and accessible via HTTP/HTTPS
API access enabled on your n8n instance
An API key with appropriate permissions (see Configuration)

Option 1: Install from npm (Recommended)

The easiest way to install the n8n MCP Server is from npm:

npm install -g n8n-mcp-server

This will install the server globally, making the n8n-mcp-server command available in your terminal.

Option 2: Install from Source

For development purposes or to use the latest features, you can install from source:

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/n8n-mcp-server.git
cd n8n-mcp-server

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Build the project
npm run build

# Optional: Install globally
npm install -g .

Verifying Installation

Once installed, you can verify the installation by running:

n8n-mcp-server --version

This should display the version number of the installed n8n MCP Server.

Next Steps

After installation, you'll need to:

Configure the server by setting up environment variables
Run the server
Register the server with your AI assistant platform

Upgrading

To upgrade a global installation from npm:

npm update -g n8n-mcp-server

To upgrade a source installation:

# Navigate to the repository directory
cd n8n-mcp-server

# Pull the latest changes
git pull

# Install dependencies and rebuild
npm install
npm run build

# If installed globally, reinstall
npm install -g .

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