Is Mcp N8n Workflow Builder safe to use?

Mcp N8n Workflow Builder has no known CVEs as of the latest MCPpedia security scan. It does not require authentication, so any local process can connect — keep this in mind in shared environments. Licensed under MIT.

How do I install Mcp N8n Workflow Builder?

Mcp N8n Workflow Builder supports copy-paste install configs on its MCPpedia page for Claude Desktop, Cursor, and Claude Code. Scroll to the Quick Install section and select your client.

What AI clients work with Mcp N8n Workflow Builder?

Mcp N8n Workflow Builder is compatible with claude-desktop, cursor, claude-code. It uses stdio and sse and http transport.

Is Mcp N8n Workflow Builder actively maintained?

Mcp N8n Workflow Builder is recently maintained — last commit was 80 days ago. It has 229 GitHub stars.

Mcp N8n Workflow Builder

Name: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder
Author: salacoste

@kernel.salacoste/n8n-workflow-builder · by salacoste

AI-powered n8n workflow automation through natural language. MCP server enabling Claude AI & Cursor IDE to create, manage, and monitor workflows via Model Context Protocol. Multi-instance support, 17 tools, comprehensive docs. Build workflows conversationally without manual JSON editing.

229 72/wk GitHub npm

No known CVEs

MIT license

Maintained

Last commit 80d ago

Works with most clients

Transport: stdio, sse, http

0 tools

Grade F

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Step 1

Install in your client

Config is the same across clients — only the file and path differ.

Supported in Claude Desktopstdio, sse, http · Node 18+

Paste into ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

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

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Build, manage, and monitor n8n workflows using Claude AI and Cursor IDE via the Model Context Protocol

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Is Mcp N8n Workflow Builder safe to use?: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder has no known CVEs as of the latest MCPpedia security scan. It does not require authentication, so any local process can connect — keep this in mind in shared environments. Licensed under MIT.
How do I install Mcp N8n Workflow Builder?: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder supports copy-paste install configs on its MCPpedia page for Claude Desktop, Cursor, and Claude Code. Scroll to the Quick Install section and select your client.
What AI clients work with Mcp N8n Workflow Builder?: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder is compatible with claude-desktop, cursor, claude-code. It uses stdio and sse and http transport.
Is Mcp N8n Workflow Builder actively maintained?: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder is recently maintained — last commit was 80 days ago. It has 229 GitHub stars.

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Step 1

Install in your client

Config is the same across clients — only the file and path differ.

Supported in Claude Desktopstdio, sse, http · Node 18+

Paste into ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

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

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What Mcp N8n Workflow Builder does

Build, manage, and monitor n8n workflows using Claude AI and Cursor IDE via the Model Context Protocol

Test This Server

This server supports HTTP transport. Be the first to test it — help the community know if it works.

README

n8n Workflow Builder MCP Server

AI-Powered Workflow Automation Through Natural Language

Build, manage, and monitor n8n workflows using Claude AI and Cursor IDE via the Model Context Protocol

Features • Quick Start • Documentation • Examples • API Reference

🎯 What is This?

n8n Workflow Builder MCP Server transforms workflow automation by enabling you to create and manage n8n workflows through conversational AI. No more manual JSON editing or complex UI navigation—just describe what you need in natural language, and let AI build it for you.

The Problem It Solves

❌ Manual workflow building is time-consuming and error-prone
❌ Complex JSON editing requires deep technical knowledge
❌ Switching between IDE and n8n UI breaks your development flow
❌ Managing multiple n8n environments (dev, staging, prod) is tedious

The Solution

✅ Build workflows conversationally using Claude AI or Cursor IDE
✅ Natural language interface - describe workflows in plain English
✅ Multi-instance support - manage dev, staging, and production from one place
✅ 17 powerful tools - complete workflow lifecycle management
✅ Stay in your IDE - no context switching required

✨ Key Features

🤖 AI-Powered Workflow Creation

Create complex n8n workflows by simply describing what you need. Claude AI and Cursor IDE understand your intent and generate production-ready workflows.

🌍 Multi-Instance Management

Seamlessly manage multiple n8n environments (production, staging, development) from a single MCP server with intelligent instance routing.

🛠️ 17 Comprehensive Tools

Complete workflow lifecycle coverage:

8 Workflow Tools - Create, update, delete, activate, execute
4 Execution Tools - Monitor, retry, analyze runs
5 Tag Tools - Organize and categorize workflows
6 Credential Tools (Epic 2) - Secure credential management

💬 Natural Language Interface

No JSON editing required. Build workflows like this:

"Create a webhook workflow that validates customer emails, sends a Slack notification, and stores data in PostgreSQL"

🔒 Secure by Design

Built-in credential protection
API key encryption
Secure multi-instance configuration
Never exposes sensitive data in logs

📚 Comprehensive Documentation

38+ documentation pages with guides and tutorials
Interactive examples and workflow patterns
Troubleshooting guides and FAQs
API reference with complete tool documentation

🚀 Quick Start

Prerequisites

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

Installation

# Install globally via npm
npm install -g @kernel.salacoste/n8n-workflow-builder

# Verify installation
npx @kernel.salacoste/n8n-workflow-builder --version

Configur

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Why this score

Five weighted categories — click any category to see the underlying evidence.

Score breakdown

57/100across 5 weighted dimensions

How we score →

0255075100

−43

Security

Maintenance

Efficiency

Documentation

Compatibility

Categoriesclick a row to see evidence

Security

OSV.dev

No known CVEs.

Checked @kernel.salacoste/n8n-workflow-builder against OSV.dev.

Community

Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mcp N8n Workflow Builder safe to use?: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder has no known CVEs as of the latest MCPpedia security scan. It does not require authentication, so any local process can connect — keep this in mind in shared environments. Licensed under MIT.
How do I install Mcp N8n Workflow Builder?: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder supports copy-paste install configs on its MCPpedia page for Claude Desktop, Cursor, and Claude Code. Scroll to the Quick Install section and select your client.
What AI clients work with Mcp N8n Workflow Builder?: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder is compatible with claude-desktop, cursor, claude-code. It uses stdio and sse and http transport.
Is Mcp N8n Workflow Builder actively maintained?: Mcp N8n Workflow Builder is recently maintained — last commit was 80 days ago. It has 229 GitHub stars.