A centralized skill for designing reliable n8n workflows and operating them via the public REST API.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install n8n-hub
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install n8n-hub using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
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Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is n8n Hub?
n8n Hub is a specialized integration within the Openclaw Skills ecosystem designed for developers and automation engineers who need to bridge the gap between workflow design and operational management. This tool enables users to plan idempotent workflows that incorporate retries, human-in-the-loop (HITL) processes, and robust logging. It provides a dual-track approach: architectural design via JSON output and direct lifecycle management using the n8n public REST API.
By leveraging this skill, you can ensure your automation pipelines are not only functional but also observable and resilient. It facilitates the creation of importable workflow files and detailed runbooks, allowing for seamless transitions from planning to production. Whether you are self-hosting or using n8n cloud, this skill streamlines the way you interact with your automation infrastructure through a standardized, professional interface.
n8n Hub Use Cases
- Designing workflows that require strict idempotency and retry logic.
- Managing workflow lifecycles (list, publish, deactivate) through automated commands.
- Debugging failed executions and triggering retries via API.
- Generating exportable workflow.json files and documentation for team collaboration.
- Implementing review queues and human-in-the-loop verification stages.
How n8n Hub Works
- Configure the environment by setting your n8n API base URL and providing a valid API key obtained from your instance settings.
- Define the workflow trigger, success criteria, and data destinations to establish the design specification.
- Generate a structured design including nodes, data contracts, and failure modes, optionally exporting the workflow.json file for import.
- Use the built-in API actions to list existing workflows or check the status of specific executions in real-time.
- Perform lifecycle operations such as activating workflows, deactivating them, or retrying failed executions with loaded workflow data.
- Monitor execution logs and observability data to maintain pipeline health and resolve bottlenecks efficiently.
n8n Hub Setup
First, ensure you have an upgraded n8n plan as public API access is typically disabled on free trial plans. Set your environment variables or store them in a configuration file:
export N8N_API_BASE_URL="https://your-instance.app.n8n.cloud/api/v1"
export N8N_API_KEY="your-api-key-here"
All requests made through this Openclaw Skills module must include the X-N8N-API-KEY header for authentication. You can generate this key in n8n Settings -> n8n API.
n8n Hub Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes its operations around the n8n API structure and local asset generation for better workflow management.
| Entity | Description | Key Attributes |
|---|---|---|
| Workflow | The automation logic structure | id, name, active, versionId |
| Execution | A specific run instance | id, workflowId, status, startedAt |
| Design Spec | Local documentation and code | workflow.json, workflow-lab.md |
| API Config | Connection settings | Base URL, API Key |
n8n Hub Advanced Features
- Multi-track functionality supporting both high-level architecture design and low-level API operations.
- Support for webhook triggers that allow external services to initiate flows without requiring API key headers.
- Idempotency-focused design tools including deduplication key selection and error branch planning.
- Direct execution retry capability with the option to reload the workflow definition for debugging.
- Integration with review queues and observability status rows to prevent silent failures in production environments.
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