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Centralize and automate n8n workflows with a Redis-backed MCP server

This n8n workflow template allows users to create a Multi-Client Proxy (MCP) server that enables external applications to trigger, manage, and retrieve data from custom n8n workflows.

The MCP server simplifies workflows, stores them in Redis, and provides a unified API for adding, removing, listing, searching, and executing the available workflows. This solution is designed to minimize the number of calls required to complete a task, focusing on outcome-oriented agent tools rather than just utility. The MCP server integrates with n8n, Redis, and potentially OpenAI, allowing users to leverage their existing n8n workflows and manage them through a centralized API.

Updated May 8, 2026Est. run: 35sEst. cost: $0.0022
How Latenode estimates time and cost

Latenode bills workflow runs in credits: 1 credit = 30 seconds of processing. Minimum charge per run depends on your plan. Plug-and-Play (PnP) AI nodes are billed separately—each PnP token is $1 USD, charged pay-as-you-go at vendor cost plus a small processing fee, with no API keys required.

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What this template does

  • Abstracts n8n workflows into a centralized API that external applications can use to trigger, manage, and retrieve data from those workflows.
  • Stores custom n8n workflows in Redis for efficient access and execution.
  • Provides a unified interface for adding, removing, listing, searching, and executing available workflows.
  • Integrates with Redis and potentially OpenAI to leverage existing n8n workflows and manage them through a centralized API.
  • Reduces the number of API calls required to complete a task by focusing on outcome-oriented agent tools.

Setup guide

1

Add Redis Credential

1. In the Latenode Credentials panel, add a new Redis credential. Provide the connection details for your Redis instance, including the host, port, username (if required), and password.

2

Add OpenAI Credential

2. In the Latenode Credentials panel, add a new OpenAI credential. Provide your OpenAI API key.

3

Configure N8N Node

3. Add an N8N node to your workflow. In the node settings, configure the connection to your n8n instance by providing the necessary details, such as the API URL and API key.

4

Map Workflow Trigger Input

4. In the N8N node settings, map the incoming trigger input fields (operation, workflowIds, parameters) to the corresponding node input fields.

5

Add Redis Node

5. Add a Redis node to your workflow. In the node settings, select the Redis credential you created earlier and configure the necessary operations (get, set, delete) to interact with your Redis instance.

Requirements

Redis account and API access credentials to store and retrieve workflow data
n8n account and API access to create, manage, and execute custom workflows
Optional OpenAI API key to integrate with large language models for workflow automation or analysis (if required)
Ensure the MCP server has the necessary permissions and access within the n8n workspace to create, update, and execute workflows
For providers without a native connector in Latenode, use the JavaScript step with that service's API credentials (stored in Latenode Keys / Secrets).

FAQ

Common questions about this template

Each run uses credits on your Latenode plan. We charge for processing time (1 credit = 30 seconds). Your actual cost depends on your plan and how long the run takes. See pricing plans for plans and how credits work.

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