MCP N8n Workflow Builder MCP Server

AI-powered n8n workflow management via Model Context Protocol (MCP). Create, manage, and monitor workflows through natural language with Claude AI.

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What is the MCP N8n Workflow Builder MCP Server?

AI-powered n8n workflow management via Model Context Protocol (MCP). Create, manage, and monitor workflows through natural language with Claude AI. Multi-instance

What it needs from you

  • Node.js v14+ (v18+ recommended) - npm v7+ - n8n instance with API access (tested with n8n v1.82.3+) - Claude Desktop or Cursor IDE

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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
list_workflowsList all workflows with filtering
get_workflowRetrieve complete workflow details
create_workflowBuild new workflows from scratch
update_workflowModify existing workflows
delete_workflowRemove workflows
activate_workflowEnable workflow execution
deactivate_workflowDisable workflow execution
execute_workflowManually trigger workflow runs
list_executionsView execution history with filters
get_executionDetailed execution information
delete_executionRemove execution records
retry_executionRetry failed workflow runs
get_tagGet specific tag information
create_tagCreate workflow organization tags

How to install the MCP N8n Workflow Builder MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "n8n-workflow-builder": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "@kernel.salacoste/n8n-workflow-builder"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

  • Node.js v14+ (v18+ recommended) - npm v7+ - n8n instance with API access (tested with n8n v1.82.3+) - Claude Desktop or Cursor IDE

Example prompts to try

  • “Use MCP N8n Workflow Builder to list workflows.”
  • “Use MCP N8n Workflow Builder to get workflow.”
  • “Use MCP N8n Workflow Builder to create workflow.”

Frequently asked questions

AI-powered n8n workflow management via Model Context Protocol (MCP). Create, manage, and monitor workflows through natural language with Claude AI. Multi-instance Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.