n8n-MCP

What it is good for

• Building n8n automation workflows by describing them to an AI assistant
• Looking up n8n node settings and options while writing workflows
• Connecting Claude or Cursor to an n8n instance to create and edit workflows
• Validating n8n workflow changes before they reach production

At a glance

Who it is for

• Automation and no-code builders
• Developers
• Vibe coders

Setup

Adds to an AI app you already use

Level 2 of 5. Connects to Claude, ChatGPT, or a similar app you already have, usually through a settings screen.

Cost

Free tier plus paid plans

Type

MCP server or connector

Tasks

• Connect apps and automate repetitive work

Works with

Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Windsurf, Cursor, Visual Studio Code, Codex

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Official links

Setup steps are on the official pages. We do not repeat them here, since they change.

• Official website
• Source code on GitHub

Questions

Is n8n-MCP free?

It has a free plan and paid plans, according to its own description.

Do I need to know how to code to use n8n-MCP?

No. Connects to Claude, ChatGPT, or a similar app you already have, usually through a settings screen.

What does n8n-MCP work with?

According to its own documentation, it works with Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Windsurf, Cursor, Visual Studio Code, and Codex.

What is n8n-MCP good for?

Building n8n automation workflows by describing them to an AI assistant, looking up n8n node settings and options while writing workflows, connecting Claude or Cursor to an n8n instance to create and edit workflows, and validating n8n workflow changes before they reach production.

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