N8n MCP MCP Server Integration
A MCP for Claude Desktop / Claude Code / Windsurf / Cursor to build n8n workflows for you
Technical Integration & Multi-Client Support
The N8n MCP MCP Integration translates REST paths, operational endpoints, and tool schemas into standardized Model Context Protocol JSON-RPC 2.0 messages. This allows AI assistants like Claude Desktop, Cursor IDE, VS Code (Cline/Roo Code), and Zed Editor to run tool queries and execute functions seamlessly.
Add stdio configuration block to claude_desktop_config.json.
Configure workspace root at .cursor/mcp.json or Settings -> MCP.
Insert server JSON payload into cline_mcp_settings.json.
Specification & Compatibility Table
| Property | Specification Detail |
|---|---|
| Target Integration | N8n MCP (n8n-mcp) |
| Directory Category | automation |
| Protocol Spec | JSON-RPC 2.0 (stdio) |
| Canonical Path | /mcp-server/n8n-mcp/ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access the full JSON configuration for N8n MCP?
Click 'Open Full N8n MCP MCP Config' above to view the complete parameter schema, environment variable setup, and copy-pasteable JSON configs for Claude Desktop, Cursor, and VS Code.
Does N8n MCP require authentication secrets?
Authentication depends on upstream API requirements. Check the environment variable table on the detail page to view required API keys and header tokens.
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