n8n

Manage n8n workflows and executions via its REST API.

8|1|Updated Apr 21, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #workflow #integration #credentials #n8n #rest-api

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npx skills add https://github.com/mnlt/teleport --skill n8n-mnlt

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: n8n
Source: https://github.com/mnlt/teleport/tree/main/skills/n8n
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mnlt/teleport --skill n8n-mnlt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Promotes programmatic REST-based control over an n8n instance to replace manual calls, enabling repeatable automation of workflows, credentials, and projects across environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

List, create, update, and delete workflows; activate/deactivate and trigger executions; inspect execution history and retry/stop runs.
Manage credentials, tags, variables, users, and projects for both self-hosted and cloud deployments.
Use case: orchestrate multi-workflow deployments and monitor results from a single interface.

Quick Start

Configure N8N_BASE_URL and N8N_API_KEY, then ask me to list workflows or trigger a run via the REST API.

Frequently Asked Questions about n8n

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I manage n8n workflows programmatically via the REST API?▼

You can manage n8n workflows programmatically via the REST API by using endpoints to list, create, update, and delete workflows, as well as activate or deactivate them. This replaces manual calls with repeatable automation across your environments.

What credentials do I need to configure for n8n REST API authentication?▼

You need to configure environment-based credentials for n8n REST API authentication by setting your N8N_BASE_URL and N8N_API_KEY. These variables allow programmatic access to manage workflows, executions, and projects securely.

Can I trigger and inspect n8n workflow executions through an API?▼

Yes, you can trigger and inspect n8n workflow executions through the API. It enables you to start runs, inspect execution history, and retry or stop active runs directly from a single programmatic interface.

Does this approach support both self-hosted and cloud n8n deployments?▼

Yes, this approach supports both self-hosted and cloud n8n deployments. You can uniformly manage credentials, tags, variables, users, and projects across different deployment types using the OpenAPI-driven endpoints.

What is the best way to orchestrate multi-workflow deployments in n8n?▼

The best way to orchestrate multi-workflow deployments in n8n is using programmatic REST control. It allows you to automate the deployment of workflows and monitor execution results across environments from a single interface.