How To Self-Host n8n In 5 Minutes

Key Concepts

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Nadn Self-Hosting Options: A Detailed Guide

Introduction

The video discusses how to set up self-hosting for nadn, an automation platform. It covers two primary methods: cloud-based hosting and local computer hosting, outlining the pros and cons of each. The video also provides step-by-step instructions for setting up nadn on both Hostinger and a local machine.

Pricing and Options

nadn Pricing: The official nadn website offers various pricing plans, ranging from €20/month (Starter) to €50/month (Pro). Enterprise plans require contacting them directly, implying higher costs.
Community Edition: A free Community Edition is available, which the video focuses on setting up.
Hosting Methods:
- Cloud Hosting: Utilizing third-party platforms like Hostinger or Railway.
- Local Hosting: Installing and running nadn directly on your computer.

Cloud vs. Local Hosting: A Comparison

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Setting up nadn in the Cloud

The video details two methods for cloud-based nadn setup:

1. Hostinger

Plan Selection: Choose a suitable hosting plan (starting from $4.99/month, but note the renewal price increase).
Server Location: Select the server location closest to your physical location for optimal performance.
Operating System: Choose nadn as the operating system.
Root Password: Create a secure root password.
Payment and Access: Complete the payment process and log in. You'll be redirected to a management page where you can access your nadn instance.
Login: Access your self-hosted nadn instance via email and password.

2. Railway

One-Click Deployment: Use the "nadn railway" one-click deployment option.
Pricing: The hobby plan starts at approximately $5/month.

Setting up nadn on Your Computer (Local Hosting)

Install Node.js: Download and install Node.js from the official website.
GitHub Repository: Navigate to the official nadn GitHub repository.
Quick Start Guide: Locate the quick start guide.
Run npx Command: Copy the npx nadn command from the guide.
Open Terminal: Open a terminal (Command Prompt on Windows, Terminal on macOS).
Execute Command: Paste and execute the npx nadn command in the terminal.
Confirm Installation: Type "Y" or "yes" to proceed with the installation.
Open Local Environment: Once the installation is complete, press "o" to open the nadn environment in your web browser.
Login: Sign in using your email and password.
Server Control:
- Shutdown: Use Ctrl+C (or Command+C on macOS) in the terminal to shut down the server.
- Restart: Run npx nadn again and press "o" to restart the server.

Pros and Cons of Self-Hosting nadn

| Feature | Self-Hosted nadn (Community Edition)