N8N MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install N8N in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add leonardosepulvedat-n8n -e N8N_BASE_URL=... -e N8N_API_KEY=... -- npx -y mcp-n8n

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "leonardosepulvedat-n8n": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-n8n"
      ],
      "env": {
        "N8N_BASE_URL": "...",
        "N8N_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the N8N MCP server do?

Operate and build n8n: 61 tools, 560-node catalog, validation, autofix, snapshots and backups.

Is the N8N MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does N8N run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add N8N to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add leonardosepulvedat-n8n -e N8N_BASE_URL=... -e N8N_API_KEY=... -- npx -y mcp-n8n

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