n8n Self-hosting · Server location: Vienna

Hosting n8n on your VPS

From only €1.90 / month 1 -82%

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Run n8n on your own easyname VPS. The software isn’t pre-installed, but with our guide you’ll be up and running in about 10 minutes – and it gives you full control over your workflows, your data and your costs.

 

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Over 230,000 client projects
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What is n8n?

n8n is free, open-source software that lets you connect over 400 tools and automate workflows – without any coding knowledge. The software isn’t pre-installed, but can be set up on your server in around 10 minutes using our guide.

  • 400+ integrations
  • €0 per task
  • 100% open source

Which cloud server is right for your n8n?

All packages include SSD storage on Dell PowerEdge servers, full virtualisation and a server location in Vienna.

Cloud Server XS Linux
The ideal introduction to the world of VPS - perfect for small projects and full control right from the start.
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  • 50 GB SSD

  • 2 GB RAM

  • 1 CPU vCore

  • Server location Vienna, Austria

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

Cloud Server S Linux
More performance for web applications, development environments or initial customer projects - flexible and scalable.
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  • 100 GB SSD

  • 4 GB RAM

  • 2 CPU vCore

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Cloud Server M Linux
The perfect balance for agencies and developers - powerful, reliable and expandable at any time.
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  • 200 GB SSD

  • 8 GB RAM

  • 4 CPU vCore

  • Server location Vienna, Austria

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Cloud Server L Linux
Professional performance for demanding applications - ideal for business projects and Docker environments.
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  • 400 GB SSD

  • 16 GB RAM

  • 8 CPU vCore

  • Server location Vienna, Austria

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Cloud Server XL Linux
For large projects with high resource requirements - maximum freedom and simple administration
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  • 600 GB SSD

  • 24 GB RAM

  • 12 CPU vCore

  • Server location Vienna, Austria

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Cloud Server XXL Linux
High-end VPS for the highest demands - maximum performance, full root rights and maximum availability.
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  • 800 GB SSD

  • 32 GB RAM

  • 16 CPU vCore

  • Server location Vienna, Austria

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Hosting your server yourself sounds like a lot of work. It isn't.

You connect via SSH, pull n8n as a container and get started. After that, your automation runs on your server, using your data, for a fixed monthly fee – no matter how many workflows you build.

 

  • No volume limits – your workflows run as often as you like
  • Your data stays on your server in Vienna
  • Full access to the code for your own extensions
  • A fixed monthly price instead of pay-as-you-go billing
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Why n8n is well suited to a VPS
Maximum speed thanks to SSD performance
Docker-ready & full freedom via root access
Hosted securely in Vienna
Resources guaranteed just for you
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Here’s why you should choose your VPS from easyname

Not all VPS servers are the same. These four points make all the difference in day-to-day use.

SSD storage and the latest hardware

All easyname Cloud Servers run on SSDs and the latest generation of Dell PowerEdge servers. They are stable, fast and offer enough power for demanding workloads.

Upgrade with a single click

As your operations grow, your server grows with them: you can add more CPU, RAM or SSD storage in the Control Panel with just a few clicks. No restart required, and no data loss.

Standalone environment

Your server runs completely independently. Every Cloiud server is allocated dedicated resources – so you won’t be affected by what other users on the same host system are doing.

Personal support from Austria

If you have a question, just get in touch – by email or phone, in German. We have real people on the other end of the line.

Open source. No limits.

n8n is a visual platform for workflow automation – open source, self-hosted and fully customisable. You can connect over 400 services via a graphical interface, define triggers – and your flow runs automatically.

The difference compared to pure cloud tools: no task limits, no subscription per user, full access to the code. You can develop your own nodes and use custom code directly within the flow.

On your own VPS, there are no licence costs whatsoever – no matter how many workflows you run.

To get started, over 1,000 ready-made workflow templates are available directly in n8n.

Your workflows are running. Even when you're not.

From automated server monitoring to CI/CD notifications: n8n on your VPS handles recurring processes in the background – reliably, with no task limits, on your own infrastructure.

Weekly reports

At 8 am on Monday morning, data from Analytics and CRM is collated, a report is generated and sent to your team.

Process invoices automatically

PDF invoices are scanned, the data is extracted using an AI node, stored in a spreadsheet, and an approval email is sent.

Keeping data synchronised across systems

Data across multiple applications is automatically kept in sync – without you having to export or import it manually.

Notifications for releases

A push to GitHub triggers a message in Slack. If the build fails, a Jira ticket is automatically created.

Server monitoring

We’ll keep an eye on your server’s metrics. As soon as anything looks out of the ordinary, a notification will be sent out and a ticket will be created.

Automatically document releases

For each new version, a change history is created, the associated ticket is closed, and the team is notified.

n8n and AI

Automation meets AI

n8n comes with ready-to-use building blocks for the most popular AI services. You can integrate AI into your workflows just like any other step – and your data stays on your server in Vienna.

Ready-made AI building blocks
OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Google Gemini, Mistral and local models via Ollama – all can be integrated directly using an API key. Inputs, responses and subsequent steps in a single workflow.
Your data stays with you
Even when using external AI services, you decide what leaves your server. You process sensitive content entirely locally via Ollama – on your own infrastructure.
AI agents directly in n8n
n8n comes with its own AI Agent Node. This allows you to build agents that plan multiple steps and carry out tasks independently – including the use of tools and memory. Your VPS scales with your needs at no extra cost.
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Our cloud servers offer exactly the performance and stability that a personal AI assistant needs to run reliably.

Set up n8n on your VPS

Prerequisites

  • Cloud server running Debian 12
  • SSH access to the cloud server
  • Your own (sub)domain pointing to your server
  • Docker and Docker Compose installed
  • Traefik set up as a reverse proxy

5 simple steps

1. Create a directory

Create your own directory for n8n. This is where all configuration files will be stored later.

mkdir -p /opt/containers/n8n
cd /opt/containers/n8n

2. Create docker-compose.yml and configuration files

You need three files in your n8n directory:

  • docker-compose.yml – the blueprint for the containers (n8n + PostgreSQL)
  • .env – database credentials
  • init-data.sh – initialisation script for PostgreSQL

You can find the complete code for all three files in our guide.

nano /opt/containers/n8n/docker-compose.yml

Important note regarding .yml files: Always use the space bar to indent, not tabs. Otherwise, the container will not start.

3. Customise the hostname

In docker-compose.yml, replace n8n.euredomain.de with your own (sub)domain.

- "traefik.http.routers.n8n.rule=Host(`n8n.yourdomain.at`)"
- "traefik.http.routers.n8n-secure.rule=Host(`n8n.yourdomain.at`)"

4. Start n8n

Use the following command to start both containers in the background:

docker compose -f /opt/containers/n8n/docker-compose.yml up -d

When started for the first time, n8n configures itself. This takes a few minutes.

5. Set up n8n

Once the containers are running, open your subdomain in your browser. The wizard will guide you through:

  • Create an owner account (email, first name and surname, password)
  • Personalisation questions – you can skip these by clicking “Get started”
  • Optional: activate free additional features from the provider – you can skip this by clicking “Skip”

Done. You can start building your own workflows straight away or get started with one of the thousands of templates.

Step-by-step guide to installing on your VPS server

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More power when you need it 

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n8n workflows using AI APIs, parallel processing and database queries can temporarily consume significantly more resources. With easyname, you can upgrade your VPS to a more powerful plan at any time with a single click in the control panel – no reboot required, and no data loss.

Top product! Top service! Great price!

We switched from adino to easyname because the storage for our email addresses was full and an upgrade wasn’t possible. Now we’re paying just a third of the annual cost. Moving to the new server wasn’t exactly straightforward for us, as we use Apple Mail on all our devices. Vincent supported me via email with his expertise; he was very patient, always friendly and really did everything he could to ensure it worked on all devices in the end. Apple is a bit tricky in that regard, unfortunately. I can highly recommend easyname; I felt well looked after and never let down. Thank you! TOP!

Anna
Verified customer
Best customer service, best provider

Over the last 20 years, I’ve tried out a great many providers. Easyname’s customer service is second to none – expert help, and immediately. I’ve been a customer for just under 10 years and can highly recommend this provider. The server is very reliable, and the customer portal is very clear and easy to use. Customer service is available via live chat or by phone with no waiting times. For me, they’re the best hosting provider.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lukas from easyname

n8n is primarily aimed at developers, IT administrators and technically savvy teams who want to automate workflows whilst retaining full control over their infrastructure. However, users without any programming knowledge can also use the graphical interface to put together simple workflows. For more complex tasks involving custom extensions, JavaScript or Python, technical expertise is an advantage.

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Lukas from easyname

No, n8n isn’t pre-installed. You’ll need to set it up yourself once the server has been configured. Our step-by-step guide shows you how to set up n8n on your VPS using Docker – from the initial setup to the finished instance. It takes about 10 minutes.

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Anna from easyname

n8n is an open-source automation platform. You can connect over 400 tools and services – from CRMs and databases to Slack and GitHub, right through to AI services such as OpenAI – without having to write a single line of code. Typical use cases: automatic distribution of requests, server monitoring, invoice processing, release notifications and AI-powered data processing. n8n runs on your own server, giving you full control over your data and workflows.

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Tobias from easyname

The Community Edition of n8n is free and can be self-hosted – with no limits on workflows or runs. You only pay for the server on which n8n runs. The paid n8n Cloud plans are aimed at users who do not wish to self-host – this is not necessary if you use your own VPS.

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Daniela from easyname

No. n8n is designed for graphical use – you build workflows via the interface without writing a single line of code. If you wish, you can also integrate JavaScript or Python into individual steps. However, this is optional. You can also set it up using Docker with our step-by-step guide, even without any prior knowledge.

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Tobias from easyname

Your n8n instance runs exclusively on your server in an ISO/IEC 27001-certified data centre in Vienna – powered by nuclear-free and carbon-neutral electricity. You decide for yourself what information you pass on to external AI services. For particularly sensitive data, we recommend local AI models via Ollama, which run entirely on your own infrastructure.

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Set up n8n yourself in 10 minutes

Order a VPS, set up a server, install n8n – we provide the infrastructure, you build the automation.

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