n8n
Open-source workflow automation · 325+ free templates
Self-host for free. No execution limits. Full control.
Used by 19,000+ teams — connect any tool, run any workflow.
325+
Free templates
900+
Integrations
$0
Self-hosted cost
∞
Executions
Browse 325+ n8n Templates
Search and filter free, ready-to-import n8n workflow templates by category.
What is n8n?
n8n is a fair-code, open-source workflow automation platform. Unlike Zapier or Make, you can self-host it on your own infrastructure with no execution limits and no usage fees. It has native AI nodes for OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, and LangChain — making it the go-to choice for teams building AI agents and RAG pipelines. Try n8n free →
Best for
- ✓ Developers and technical teams
- ✓ AI agents, RAG chatbots, LLM pipelines
- ✓ Self-hosted, on-premise deployments
- ✓ Unlimited scale without execution costs
- ✓ Custom integrations via JavaScript nodes
Not ideal for
- ✗ Non-technical users who want zero setup
- ✗ Teams that need a fully managed SaaS
- ✗ Orgs that want to avoid Docker/server work
How to use n8n templates
- 1
Sign up for n8n
Free cloud plan or self-host with Docker — no credit card required. Start free →
- 2
Download a template
Each template is a .json file. Pick any from the categories above.
- 3
Import into n8n
Go to Workflows → Import from File and select the JSON.
- 4
Add your credentials
Connect your accounts for each service used in the workflow.
- 5
Activate & run
Toggle the workflow on. It runs automatically on its trigger.
n8n vs Zapier vs Make
| Factor | n8n | Zapier | Make.com |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-Hosted | ✓ Yes | No | No |
| Execution Limits | Unlimited* | Task-based | Ops-based |
| AI / LLM Nodes | ✓ Native | Limited | Limited |
| Open Source | ✓ Yes | No | No |
| Free Tier | Self-host free | 100 tasks/mo | 10,000 ops/mo |
| Ease of Use | Technical | Easiest | Moderate |
* Unlimited on self-hosted. Cloud plans have execution limits.
Frequently asked questions
What is n8n?
n8n is a free, open-source workflow automation platform. It can be self-hosted on your own servers or used as a managed cloud service. It supports 900+ integrations, AI-native workflows with OpenAI/Claude/Gemini, and has no execution limits on self-hosted plans.
Are there free n8n templates?
Yes. There are 325+ free n8n workflow templates available covering Gmail, Slack, Notion, Google Sheets, HubSpot, GitHub, HR automation, AI agents, RAG pipelines, and more. Templates are JSON files you import directly into n8n in one click.
Can I self-host n8n for free?
Yes. n8n is open-source and completely free to self-host. You can run it with Docker or on Kubernetes with no execution limits, no usage fees, and full control over your data.
What tools does n8n integrate with?
n8n integrates with 900+ tools including Slack, Gmail, HubSpot, Salesforce, Google Sheets, Notion, Airtable, GitHub, Stripe, PostgreSQL, OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Google Gemini, and many more.
How do I use n8n templates?
Download any .json template file, then in n8n go to Workflows → Import from File and select the JSON. Configure credentials for the connected services, activate the workflow, and it runs automatically.
Is n8n good for AI automation?
Yes. n8n has native AI nodes for OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Google Gemini, LangChain, and vector databases like Pinecone and Qdrant. You can build RAG chatbots, AI agents, document processing pipelines, and more without writing code.
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