What's installed on your n8n server?
- n8n 2.46, with the owner account already created
- HTTPS through Caddy: n8n opens on an sslip.io address based on your IP, so a domain is optional
- Webhook URLs ready on your HTTPS address
- Istanbul time zone for scheduled workflows
- n8n's usage data collection turned off
- Firewall with only ports 22, 80 and 443 open
What size do you need for n8n?
n8n's setup documentation gives no figures for CPU, RAM or disk. As a rule of thumb, 2 GB is a good start for a few workflows. For workflows that run often, move a lot of data or run in parallel, look at 4 GB or more. If it isn't enough, you can grow RAM, CPU and disk separately from your panel, and your data and IP address stay the same.
| Use | Size | Price | Choose |
|---|---|---|---|
| A few workflows | 2 GB RAM · 1 vCore · 40 GB NVMe | $4.01/mo | |
| Many workflows | 4 GB RAM · 2 vCore · 60 GB NVMe | $6.89/mo | |
| Heavy use | 8 GB RAM · 4 vCore · 120 GB NVMe | $13.62/mo |
Who is it for?
- Teams connecting forms, spreadsheets, email and chat tools
- Anyone automating repeat work, such as collecting a report every morning
- People who want their stored credentials and workflows on their own server
- Developers wiring AI models into their workflows
What happens after you order?
- Set the size and complete your payment.
- Your server starts and n8n installs itself. The Application row on the Overview tab shows the progress.
- Click Open application and log in with the email and password shown in your panel. There's no setup screen.
- Change your email address and password in n8n's personal settings.
- Build your first workflow, and set up n8n's email settings for invites and password resets.
With every server
- Daily backups included in the price
- Unlimited traffic
- Full root access
- Scale RAM and CPU up or down later, and grow the disk
- Location: Istanbul · IST-1.
Good to know
- n8n runs under its maker's Sustainable Use License. It's free for your own business use. If your customers will log in to n8n as part of a service you sell, you need a commercial license from n8n.
- Keeping n8n up to date is your responsibility.
- The install doesn't set up outgoing email.
- Stored credentials are encrypted with a key in the server's .env file. If you move the server, take this file with you.
- If you connect your own domain, your webhook URLs change too.
n8n questions and answers
How much RAM does n8n need?
n8n's setup documentation gives no figure. As a rule of thumb, 2 GB is a good start for a few workflows, and 4 GB or more suits workflows that run often or move a lot of data. If it isn't enough, you scale up from your panel.
Is n8n free, or do I need to buy a license?
It's free for your own company's work and personal projects, with no charge on top of the server price. If your customers log in to n8n to build workflows as part of a service you sell, you need a commercial license from n8n.
Is there a limit on executions?
The install sets no limit on executions. Your server's capacity decides how much can run. If it runs short, you can scale the server up from your panel.
Do webhooks work with my own domain?
Yes. Point your domain at the server and set the address in the configuration, and your webhook URLs will start with that domain. Services using the old URL need updating.
Can I move my workflows from another server?
Yes. Export your workflows from n8n and import them on the new server. To move stored credentials as well, you need the old server's encryption key.
Do I get root access?
Yes, root access is always yours. You can run n8n from your browser, or connect over SSH and change its settings and version yourself.