n8n Hosting
More productivity with n8n automation on your own server
- Automates manual routines for tech teams
- Automation on your own server: no task limits, full cost control, available straight after ordering
- Ever-growing library of tools and integrations
Automate your growth with integrated n8n
Ready to start automating repetitive tasks in minutes.Install n8n ready to go with one click directly when ordering – including Docker and web UI. Get started straight away, choose your templates and automate. Queue Mode available on request. Fast, straightforward, productive from day one.
With n8n you can connect over 1,000 tools – from CRM and shop to email and AI services – completely without code. Automate tasks such as lead imports, order updates, Slack notifications or report delivery – reliably and at scale.
Integrate OpenAI, Llama, and more for text generation, classifications, or chatflows. Everything runs on your own server, with no cloud fees or task limits.
Install n8n ready to go with one click directly when ordering – including Docker and web UI. Get started straight away, choose your templates and automate. Queue Mode available on request. Fast, straightforward, productive from day one.
With n8n you can connect over 1,000 tools – from CRM and shop to email and AI services – completely without code. Automate tasks such as lead imports, order updates, Slack notifications or report delivery – reliably and at scale.
Integrate OpenAI, Llama, and more for text generation, classifications, or chatflows. Everything runs on your own server, with no cloud fees or task limits.
VPS+ or Dedicated Server – the right n8n environment for every need
For beginners and small teams
n8n on VPS+
- Ready to use instantly – n8n is pre-installed, no setup required, start right away
- Isolated server environment – your private space on modern server hardware
Your n8n runs on your own VPS. No one else has access to your software, workflows, or data. Only the physical hardware in the data centre is shared for maximum cost efficiency. - Start affordably, grow flexibly – low entry price, upgrade your package at any time
When your requirements grow, you can upgrade to a more powerful VPS+ at any time – your automations will continue running without interruption. - Full admin control – ideal for first automations and simple to complex workflows
- Use AI services via API – easily connect external services such as OpenAI
For AI tasks, n8n accesses external providers such as OpenAI (ChatGPT) via encrypted connections. The data entered is transmitted to their cloud servers for processing. Perfect for standard tasks such as text creation, translations, and analyses. - Simple deployment – deploy your own applications quickly via SSH or FTP, ideal for first web projects
For growing businesses and professionals
n8n on Dedicated Servers NEW
- Ready to use instantly – n8n pre-installed with a Let's Encrypt certificate, no setup required, start right away
- Exclusive hardware – guaranteed performance around the clock, independent of other users
- Predictable fixed costs – fixed monthly price, regardless of workflow volume or executions
- Full admin control – ideal for higher server loads, compute-intensive processes and very complex workflows
- Run AI models locally – open-source models such as Llama directly on your server, GDPR compliant
Instead of using external cloud services, the AI runs directly on your own server – like a permanent in-house employee rather than an external service provider. Your data remains 100% within your organisation. Ideal for sensitive customer and business data. - Dev infrastructure out of the box – Docker, Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines natively integrable
The system integrates seamlessly into your existing IT infrastructure and is built on modern industry standards. This allows it to be cleanly embedded in your server structure, guarantees maximum reliability, and saves time on future updates.
n8n server comparison: VPS+ vs. Dedicated Server
Infrastructure & Performance
| VPS+ | Dedicated Server | |
| Hardware isolation | Virtual, shared | Physically dedicated |
| CPU type | vCores | Physical cores |
| RAM | Up to 240 GB RAM | Up to 256 GB ECC RAM |
| Storage | NVMe/SSD | NVMe/SSD |
| Network connection | Up to 10 Gbit/s | Up to 10 Gbit/s |
| VPS+ | |
| Dedicated Server | |
| Hardware isolation | |
| Virtual, shared | |
| Physically dedicated | |
| CPU type | |
| vCores | |
| Physical cores | |
| RAM | |
| Up to 240 GB RAM | |
| Up to 256 GB ECC RAM | |
| Storage | |
| NVMe/SSD | |
| NVMe/SSD | |
| Network connection | |
| Up to 10 Gbit/s | |
| Up to 10 Gbit/s |
n8n Operation
| VPS+ | Dedicated Server | |
| n8n pre-installed / 1-click | ||
| Root access | ||
| Docker / Container | ||
| Run AI models / LLMs locally | Limited | Full |
| Parallel workflows | Medium | High |
| VPS+ | |
| Dedicated Server | |
| n8n pre-installed / 1-click | |
| Root access | |
| Docker / Container | |
| Run AI models / LLMs locally | |
| Limited | |
| Full | |
| Parallel workflows | |
| Medium | |
| High |
Security & Data Protection
| VPS+ | Dedicated Server | |
| 100% GDPR-compliant | ||
| European data centres | ||
| ISO 27001 | ||
| IPMI and remote management | - |
| VPS+ | |
| Dedicated Server | |
| 100% GDPR-compliant | |
| European data centres | |
| ISO 27001 | |
| IPMI and remote management | |
| - | |
Operation & Support
| VPS+ | Dedicated Server | |
| Money-back guarantee | ||
| Availability | 99.99% | 99.99% |
| 24/7 expert support | ||
| Provisioning time | Instant | Within a few hours |
| Scalability | Flexible – on demand | Fixed configuration |
| VPS+ | |
| Dedicated Server | |
| Money-back guarantee | |
| Availability | |
| 99.99% | |
| 99.99% | |
| 24/7 expert support | |
| Provisioning time | |
| Instant | |
| Within a few hours | |
| Scalability | |
| Flexible – on demand | |
| Fixed configuration |
Choose VPS+ or Dedicated Server – n8n, Docker and Web UI are pre-installed on both options. No manual setup required.
Select n8n from the available applications when placing your order. Your server will be set up with all the necessary components and ready to use within minutes.
Create your automations using drag and drop – or get started with over 100 ready-to-use workflow templates.
Simply upgrade as your requirements grow – with no data loss.
n8n at IONOS – the most reliable infrastructure for your automation
100% GDPR compliant and made in Europe
Georedundant, certified European infrastructure, automatic updates, malware scans, SSL certificate, and DDoS protection.
Ready to go with 1-click n8n installation
Simply select n8n during the ordering process. Docker, admin panel – everything set up automatically.
No additional costs per workflow
Hosted on your own server instead of SaaS. With IONOS, there are no costs per task or workflow.
1,000+ app integrations and ready-made workflows
Connect your favourite apps like Google, Slack, or Notion directly via drag-and-drop, or get started with over 100 ready-to-use templates.
Over 99.99% uptime – hosted on IONOS servers
IONOS server solutions offer 99.99% uptime with high-performance tech and georedundancy on ISO-certified infrastructure in Europe.
AI-supported automation with open source
Whether it's text generation with OpenAI, data analysis with LLMs or chatbots with Llama, AI nodes can be easily integrated and controlled.
Scalable with queue mode and user-defined nodes
n8n grows with you. Queue mode distributes the workload while community nodes expand the range of functions, making it ideal for your production systems.
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Technical questions? Our award-winning experts are always available to help by phone, chat or email.n8n hosting - FAQ
What is n8n and what can I use it for?
n8n is an open source platform for visual workflow automation. You can use it to connect tools, data and AI services such as OpenAI - without writing any code.
Why should I host n8n myself instead of using a SaaS service?
With self-hosting, you retain full control: no task limits, no subscription fees and all data remains on your own server - ideal for data protection and scaling.
Can I use n8n on a Dedicated Server?
Yes, you can easily install and use n8n on an IONOS Dedicated Server.
How do I get started with n8n on my VPS+?
Simply select the VPS+ package and n8n in the application selection and get started. n8n is installed directly when your server is created. Within minutes you can set up your first workflows in the web interface.
After installation, you can access your n8n instance directly at n8n.hostname. Secure and SSL-encrypted from the very first start. You’ll find your hostname in the server details of your Server Panel.
Which tools can I connect to n8n?
More than 1,000 services can be integrated, including Google, Slack, Notion, OpenAI, databases and many more. Custom API integrations are also possible.
Is n8n GDPR-compliant?
Yes, because n8n runs entirely on your IONOS server, all data remains in your environment. You therefore fulfil the highest data protection requirements in the EU.
What is the queue mode and when do I need it?
Queue mode scales workflows across multiple workers. This is ideal if you process high loads or operate professional automation in a team.
Can I integrate AI like ChatGPT into my workflows?
Yes, you can integrate OpenAI, Llama or other LLMs directly via nodes - e.g. for text creation, data analysis or chat automation.
Why am I being asked for login details when accessing the app’s web interface?
Your n8n instance is automatically protected by an additional password (HTTP Basic Auth) – this keeps the web interface secure from unauthorised access. Enter ‘admin’ as the username and your server’s root password as the password. This is the same password you use for the SSH connection to your VPS. If you’d like to disable the protection, you can do so at any time via SSH on your server. Further information is available in your server’s Server Panel.
