n8n Community edition

n8n is a workflow automation and AI agent platform that you can self-host. Its Community edition runs without a license key and is free.

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n8n Community edition is a productivity and SaaS perk from n8n, offering a free Community edition (self-hosted), with no funding required.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside n8n Community edition

Without a license key, n8n runs as the free Community edition, and a standard self-hosted version is available on GitHub. Hosted by n8n, the Starter plan is €20 a month, billed annually. Startups with fewer than 20 employees can check for the Start-up Plan, which gives 50% off Business.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

Free plan Any startup

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Free Community edition, self-hosted.
Other requirements: Self-hosted: you run the software on your own server. Hosted plans are separate.

How to claim

How to apply for n8n Community edition

Steps to apply

1Install the Community edition yourself from GitHub.
2No application is needed.

Good to know: Free option taken from docs.n8n.io/hosting (the free Community edition); the hosted Starter price is from n8n.io/pricing.

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Source: The provider's official program page

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Questions

n8n Community edition: common questions

Is n8n free?

Yes, n8n can be used for free. Free Community edition (self-hosted). As stated on n8n's own page, linked on this page.

Who qualifies for n8n Community edition?

n8n Community edition is open to any startup, with no funding required. Self-hosted: you run the software on your own server. Hosted plans are separate.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get n8n Community edition?

No. n8n Community edition is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for n8n Community edition?

Install the Community edition yourself from GitHub. No application is needed.

How long do I have to use n8n Community edition, and does it expire?

Free Community edition, self-hosted.

Is n8n Community edition available outside the US?

n8n Community edition is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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