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What is n8n?
n8n is an open-source, self-hostable workflow automation platform. Like Make, it uses a visual interface for building workflows, but it can be run on your own servers, giving you complete control over your data and no per-operation costs. It's particularly popular with technical teams and businesses with strict data requirements.
How it relates to business automation
n8n represents the self-hosted end of the automation spectrum. For businesses concerned about data sovereignty, compliance, or cost at scale, n8n offers an alternative to cloud-based platforms. It requires more technical setup but provides unlimited operations and complete data control.
When you might use it
n8n makes sense when you need to keep data on your own infrastructure, when you're running high-volume automations where cloud pricing becomes expensive, or when you need to extend the platform with custom code. It's also a good fit for technical teams comfortable with Docker and server management.
How OpsWork can help
We help businesses evaluate whether self-hosted automation is right for them, handle the infrastructure setup, and build workflows that take advantage of n8n's flexibility. We can also design hybrid architectures that use n8n for sensitive operations while leveraging cloud tools for simpler tasks.