n8n key facts
Last updated- Legal entity
- n8n GmbH
- Headquarters
- Germany (DE)
- Ownership
- Independent
- Founded
- 2019
- Data hosting
- Germany
- Infrastructure
- Self-hosted or n8n.cloud
- Open source
- No
- US Cloud Act exposure
- Low (no US parent)
- Replaces
- Zapier, Make.com, Workato, Tray.io, MuleSoft
About n8n
n8n is a Berlin-based automation platform that enables technical teams to connect various applications and create complex, multi-step workflows. Unlike many of its competitors, n8n offers a self-hosted option, allowing companies to keep their data within their own infrastructure, which is a significant advantage for privacy-conscious organizations. The platform follows a 'fair-code' model, where the source code is visible and accessible on GitHub, allowing for high extensibility and customization. It supports a wide range of integrations through a node-based interface while also permitting users to write custom JavaScript or Python code. Recently, n8n has pivoted strongly towards AI orchestration, allowing teams to build AI agents and integrate LLMs directly into their business processes.
Alternative to
Hosting & Security
Self-hosted or n8n.cloud