Self-hosted n8n: No-code AI workflows

n8n is an open-source workflow automation tool that allows you to connect all your apps and data in one, easy-to-use and fully customizable place, without needing a single line of code.

With n8n VPS hosting, you can self-host n8n and only pay for your VPS. Get unlimited workflows, unlimited executions, and access to community-built nodes – all while keeping your setup fully secure and ready to scale.

n8n comes preinstalled with Hostinger's "Ubuntu 24.04 with n8n" VPS template. Within a Docker environment, you can quickly and easily deploy your automation workflows. We also offer a template to set up n8n in queue mode for better scalability.

To guide you through accessing, configuring, and managing n8n in regular or queue mode, check out this step-by-step guide on the n8n VPS template.

Depending on the scale of your requirements, you can buy one of the following VPS hosting plans - self-hosted n8n included in all plans:

• KVM 1 – US$ 4.99/month
• KVM 2 – US$ 6.99/month
• KVM 4 – US$ 9.99/month
• KVM 8 – US$ 19.99/month

When picking your plan, consider your needs carefully. For example, the KVM 2 package comes with two virtual CPU cores, 8 GB of RAM, and 100 GB of NVMe SSD storage, which is ideal for small-to-medium businesses and online stores. Start small and upgrade as and when you need additional resources.

If you already have a VPS hosting plan, upgrading only takes a few clicks via our user-friendly hPanel. In case you get stuck, our Customer Success agents will be happy to help. We also offer a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can explore at no risk.

n8n VPS hosting is fully secure. Whether you decide to run your server in the cloud or locally, you retain full control of your data and choose who can - and can't - have access.

Yes, you can use any AI model, plug in your own data, and connect external tools. You can also use webhooks as triggers and configure a reverse proxy on Hostinger VPS.

While n8n and Zapier are both workflow automation tools, they cater to different audiences.

One issue some people have with Zapier is that it can be inflexible and hide features behind paywalls. Scaling up your resources and adding new workflows can also be unpredictably expensive. Unlike Zapier, which works on a task-based model, n8n works on a workflow basis and is more customizable.

However, if you need more pre-built connectors, n8n offers around 1,900, compared to over 5,000 with Zapier.

Yes, you can export your workflows from platforms like Render, DigitalOcean, or n8n cloud and migrate them to Hostinger VPS. Your existing workflows will be preserved during migration. If you need help, read our guide on how to migrate your VPS to Hostinger.

At Hostinger, we offer expert support. Additional guidance, including handy tips and tricks, can also be found in our bespoke VPS tutorials and Knowledge Base library, or on our YouTube Hostinger Academy channel.