Servers for n8n
Build your own workflow automation on infrastructure you control: self-host n8n on a Linux VPS or Dedicated Server. Perfect as a Zapier alternative for integrations, webhooks, cron jobs, APIs and automations, with more control and less vendor lock-in.
Tip: For production setups, use a domain + HTTPS (reverse proxy) and regular backups for your n8n data. Our guide walks you through a secure Linux installation step by step.
Linux VPS for n8n
The best starting point for most automation workloads: root access, fast SSD storage and scalable resources. Great for personal automations, small teams, and self-hosted Zapier-alternative setups. Upgrade anytime as your usage grows.
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Dedicated Server for n8n
Choose Dedicated for maximum performance and isolation: ideal for high webhook traffic, many parallel workflow runs, large datasets, or when you also run a reverse proxy, monitoring, database and additional services on the same machine.
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What you can build with self-hosted n8n
Server overview for n8n
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Hardware recommendations for n8n
Practical sizing guidelines for self-hosted workflow automation
| Starter | Recommended | Heavy usage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU cores | 2 | 4 | 8+ |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4–8 GB RAM | 16+ GB RAM |
| Storage | 30 GB | 60–120 GB | 200 GB+ (depends on data) |
| Bandwidth | 250–500 Mbit/s | 500–1,000 Mbit/s | 1,000–2,000 Mbit/s |
If you process many webhooks, run lots of parallel executions, or handle larger datasets, scale CPU/RAM accordingly. See the guide for installation and hardening details.
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