n8n-manager-mcp

MCP server · npm · ★ 2 · graded 2026-10-20Source linked

MCP server for n8n workflow management -- view, create, sync, and manage n8n workflows via AI assistants

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n8n-manager-mcp is distributed via npm (n8n-manager-mcp); review its source code, dependencies, and requested permissions before use.

Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 19, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.

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What it can access

Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
Network reachLocal or standard API callsLOW
CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
Package sourcenpm (n8n-manager-mcp)PUBLIC

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Install

npx -y n8n-manager-mcp

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About N8n Manager MCP

N8n Manager MCP is an MCP server focused on Cloud & infrastructure: MCP server for n8n workflow management -- view, create, sync, and manage n8n workflows via AI assistants.

It is published on npm as n8n-manager-mcp and hosted on GitHub at ellmos-ai/n8n-manager-mcp (2 GitHub stars, 127 weekly npm downloads, last repository push on 2026-10-22). Based on its public metadata, it operates with standard local or API scope without broad shell execution flags noted.

Setup

These use the package this listing points to. Check the project’s own instructions before running anything.

npm command

npx -y n8n-manager-mcp

MCP client config

For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "n8n-manager-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "n8n-manager-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Why this grade

DD — High risk signals

Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.

Popularity and upkeep

25/100

GitHub stars: 2
Weekly npm downloads: 127
Listing last refreshed: 2026-10-29

These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.

Security reports

No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29).

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Risks to watch for

Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (n8n-manager-mcp). Pin an exact release version or commit SHA rather than floating tags so upstream updates are reviewed first.

How to lower the risk

Least-privilege permissions

Give it access only to the specific folders, accounts or projects it needs, never your whole drive or admin account.
Use a separate, limited API key or login just for this tool so you can switch it off without affecting anything else.

Network isolation

Run it on a work computer or sandbox account, not one holding personal or company-sensitive data.
If your IT team can, limit which websites and services it is allowed to contact.

Monitoring

Check its activity history or logs weekly at first, and look at what it changed or sent.
Turn on alerts for new logins or unusual usage on any account it connects to.

Red flags to watch for

It asks for more access than its job requires, or prompts you to paste passwords.
It suddenly updates with new owners, or starts contacting unfamiliar websites.

Questions

How do I install N8n Manager MCP?

Run npx -y n8n-manager-mcp in your terminal, or add the server entry to your claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json as shown in the Setup section on this page. Full setup docs and environment variables are in github.com/ellmos-ai/n8n-manager-mcp.

Are there security reports about N8n Manager MCP?

No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). N8n Manager MCP currently holds Grade D (High risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Review the permissions and source repository before granting access to local files, shell commands, or API keys.

Is N8n Manager MCP actively maintained?

N8n Manager MCP has 2 GitHub stars and 127 weekly npm downloads, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-10-22. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-29. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/ellmos-ai/n8n-manager-mcp before pinning it in production.

What are alternatives to N8n Manager MCP?

Compare N8n Manager MCP side by side with similar MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or browse all MCP servers on AgentArmorHQ.

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AgentArmorHQ Risk Grade D for N8n Manager MCP

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Terminal check:

terminal

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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: n8n-manager-mcp
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/ellmos-ai-n8n-manager-mcp
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade D (High risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
- **Public Adoption:** 2 GitHub stars, 127 weekly npm downloads

#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** No local folder access noted
- **Command execution:** No shell command runner noted
- **Network reach:** Local or standard API calls
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** npm (n8n-manager-mcp)

#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `npx -y --ignore-scripts n8n-manager-mcp`
- **Controls:** Pin an exact version in `.mcp.json`, scope access to a single workspace folder, and use a least-privilege read-only token where supported.

_Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 19, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._

Key facts

Type: App connector
Publisher: ellmos-ai
Source code: github.com/ellmos-ai/n8n-manager-mcp
Install command: npm install n8n-manager-mcp
Est. context load: ~700 tokens / turn (~4 tool schemas, 0.35% of 200k context)
Popularity: 2 GitHub stars, 127 weekly npm downloads
Last updated: 2026-10-29
Last graded: 2026-10-20

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