n8n Hosting

More productivity with n8n automation on your own server

  • Automates manual routines for tech teams
  • Hosted on your own server: no task limits, full cost control
  • Ever-growing library of tools and integrations
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n8n

Automate your growth with integrated n8n

Ready in minutes to start automating repetitive tasks.
Launch n8n ready to go
The IONOS server image comes with n8n pre-installed – including Docker and Web UI. Simply start, choose templates, and automate. Available in Queue Mode on request. Fast, straightforward, and immediately productive.
Automate repetitive tasks
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.
Use AI on your terms
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

Always with powerful IONOS infrastructure in European data centres – the difference lies in performance and control.

For beginners and small teams

n8n on VPS+

Get started quickly, grow flexibly – without any technical hassle.
  • Ready to use instantly – n8n is pre-installed, no setup required, start right away
  • Isolated server environment – your private space on modern server hardware
  • Start affordably, grow flexibly – low entry price, upgrade your package at any time
  • Full admin control – ideal for first automations and simple to complex workflows
  • Use AI services via API – easily connect external services such as OpenAI
  • 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

Maximum performance, full control – without compromise.
  • 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 & very complex workflows 
  • Run AI models locally – open-source models such as Llama directly on your server, GDPR-compliant
  • Dev infrastructure out of the box – Docker, Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines natively integrable

n8n server comparison: VPS+ vs. Dedicated Server

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

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

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
-

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
Get started in minutes – n8n is already set up for you
Choose VPS+ or Dedicated Server – n8n, Docker and Web UI are pre-installed on both options. No manual setup required.
Select the n8n image 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.
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Automate with ease – choose the right n8n environment

Always included:

VPS M+

Save 24%
£9
£3
/month
for 3 months
excl. VAT
Setup £10
  • 4 vCores CPU
  • 4 GB RAM
  • 120 GB NVMe
Bestseller

VPS L+

Save 22%
£18
£5
/month
for 3 months
excl. VAT
Setup £10
  • 6 vCores CPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 240 GB NVMe

VPS XL+

Save 21%
£38
£9
/month
for 3 months
excl. VAT
Setup £10
  • 8 vCores CPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 480 GB NVMe
Best value

VPS XXL+

Save 20%
£58
£15
/month
for 3 months
excl. VAT
Setup £10
  • 12 vCores CPU
  • 24 GB RAM
  • 720 GB NVMe
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n8n at IONOS – the most reliable infrastructure for your automation

The ideal environment for teams that rely on performance, security and full data control.

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

Start with the preinstalled n8n template on your VPS+ along with Docker and an admin panel, all 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 & 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 is 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.

The best AI for your use cases

n8n enables you to automate recurring tasks directly on your IONOS infrastructure.

Use case

Monitor IT systems and create tickets automatically
Monitor your infrastructure with automated workflows. In the event of resource bottlenecks or suspicious activities, n8n automatically creates a ticket in your helpdesk system, for a faster response and greater operational reliability.

Use case

Automatically record invoices and send reports
Save time on financial management. n8n extracts data from PDF invoices, transfers the values to a spreadsheet and sends weekly analyses to your team. Fully automated, traceable and GDPR-compliant, directly on your infrastructure.

Use case

Automatically synchronise customer data
Always keep your customer data up to date. With n8n you can synchronise entries from web forms, tables and CRM systems automatically. New leads are reliably transferred, duplicates are avoided and manual transfer errors are eliminated.

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With IONOS, you benefit from the latest AI. At the same time, after placing your order, your personal consultant on hand — someone who knows you and provides expert advice whenever you need it.

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n8n hosting - FAQ

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.

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.

Yes, you can easily install and use n8n on an IONOS Dedicated Server.

Simply select a VPS+ tariff and get started. n8n is installed directly when you create your server. You can create your first workflows in the web interface in just a few minutes.

After installation, you can access your n8n instance using the IP address of your server and port 5678. Don't forget to open port 5678 in your Cloud Panel firewall. For production use, we also recommend setting up a domain and an SSL certificate to make n8n securely accessible via HTTPS.

More than 1,000 services can be integrated, including Google, Slack, Notion, OpenAI, databases and many more. Custom API integrations are also possible.

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.

Queue mode scales workflows across multiple workers. This is ideal if you process high loads or operate professional automation in a team.

Yes, you can integrate OpenAI, Llama or other LLMs directly via nodes - e.g. for text creation, data analysis or chat automation.