Getting Started with n8n Agents
New to n8n? No problem! This guide will walk you through everything you need to get your first AI agent up and running in minutes.
n8n (pronounced "n-eight-n") is a powerful workflow automation platform that lets you connect different apps and services together. Think of it like IFTTT or Zapier, but with much more power and flexibility.
Our pre-built agents are complete n8n workflows that you can import and use immediately. Each agent handles a specific automation task, from content creation to lead generation.
Step-by-Step Setup Guide
n8n is the workflow automation platform that powers all our agents. You have two options:
Quick Docker Setup:
docker run -it --rm --name n8n -p 5678:5678 n8nio/n8nThen open http://localhost:5678 in your browser
After purchasing an agent, you'll find it in your dashboard with a download button.
Workflow JSON File
Each agent is a .json file containing the complete n8n workflow configuration
Importing a workflow into n8n takes just a few clicks:
- 1
Open n8n
Log into your n8n instance
- 2
Go to Workflows
Click on "Workflows" in the left sidebar
- 3
Import from File
Click "Add Workflow" → "Import from File" and select your downloaded .json file
Tip: You can also copy the JSON content and paste it directly using Ctrl+V (Cmd+V on Mac) while in the n8n canvas.
Most workflows require credentials to connect to external services. Look for nodes with a warning icon.
Common Credentials Needed:
To add credentials:
- Click on a node with missing credentials
- Click "Create New" under the credential dropdown
- Enter your API key or connect your account
- Save and the warning will disappear
Each workflow is designed to be customized. Check these common settings:
Trigger Settings
Webhooks, schedules, or manual triggers
API Endpoints
URLs for external services
Output Destinations
Where results are saved (Sheets, Airtable, etc.)
AI Prompts
Customize the AI instructions for your use case
Before going live, test your workflow to make sure everything works correctly.
Test Execution
Click the "Execute Workflow" button to run a test. Check each node for green checkmarks.
Activate
Toggle the "Active" switch in the top-right to enable automatic execution.
🎉 Congratulations! Your AI agent is now running automatically!