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N8n Manager MCP Server

MCP server for n8n workflow management -- view, create, sync and manage workflows via AI.

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What is the N8n Manager MCP Server?

MCP server for n8n workflow management -- view, create, sync and manage workflows via AI.

The short version

MCP (Model Context Protocol) server for managing n8n workflows via AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and Windsurf.

  • 18 Tools — for complete n8n workflow management
  • List, create, update, delete, and activate/deactivate workflows
  • Safety controls: read-only mode, backup-before-delete/update, local restore, and audit log
  • Multi-server support (connect to multiple n8n instances)
  • Export/Import workflows between servers
  • View execution history and status

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

ToolWhat it does
n8n_list_workflowsList all workflows on a server
n8n_get_workflowGet workflow details (nodes, connections)
n8n_create_workflowCreate a new workflow from nodes + connections
n8n_update_workflowUpdate an existing workflow
n8n_delete_workflowDelete a workflow
n8n_activate_workflowActivate or deactivate a workflow
n8n_list_executionsList recent executions with status
n8n_export_workflowExport workflow as importable JSON
n8n_import_workflowImport workflow JSON onto a server
n8n_safety_statusShow local safety settings, backup directory, and audit log path
n8n_set_safety_modeToggle read-only mode, backup-before-mutation, and audit logging
n8n_list_backupsList local workflow backups created before mutations
n8n_restore_workflowRestore a workflow from a local backup
n8n_add_serverAdd/update n8n server connection

How to install the N8n Manager MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "n8n-manager": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "n8n-manager-mcp"]
    }
  }
}

Configuration as documented by the project. Restart the client after saving.

Example prompts to try

  • “Use N8n Manager MCP to n8n list workflows.”
  • “Use N8n Manager MCP to n8n get workflow.”
  • “Use N8n Manager MCP to n8n create workflow.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for n8n workflow management -- view, create, sync and manage workflows via AI. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.

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