Do NOT pay for n8n Pt 2 - Self Host via Docker

In the last post, I shared how you can self-host via npm. If you are looking to run n8n locally for yourself without overhead -- that's the best way!

However, if you are considering of having cron triggers or using n8n as your backend 24/7, then this is a great tutorial for you.

All in all, it's quite simple.

Steps

If you have downloaded Docker, go to Step 3

1. Download Docker from Docker dot com — pick the version that matches your computer
2. Install it > Open the Docker App on Desktop
3. Docker Hub > Search for n8n
4. Choose n8nio/n8n > Click “Pull”
5. Images > Click the “Run” button to start > Expand the dropdown menu of the Optional Setting
6. Ports: you can input whatever port you like, e.g. 5678, under the host port field > Run

Full YT Tutorial