Frustrated by workflow limits and token-based billing on AI automation platforms? n8n is a “fair-code” automation platform that you can host on your own device or servers, free from the usage restrictions that plague cloud-based platforms.
We’ve covered n8n on TechRadar before, so head over to our first-time user guide and list of compatible hosting solutions if you’re looking for more information. For now, however, I’ll walk you through the exact step-by-step process of setting up a self-hosted n8n environment using Docker, Docker Compose, and a Linux-based virtual machine or server.
