Auto Starter Workflow
This workflow is primarily used to automatically initiate workflows that have the specific label "Auto start," addressing the issue of workflows not running automatically after import. It can be integrated into the automated deployment pipeline to ensure that relevant workflows are automatically activated after container restarts or updates, reducing manual intervention and improving operational efficiency. It is suitable for operations engineers and automation developers, simplifying workflow maintenance and management.
Workflow Name
Auto Starter Workflow
Key Features and Highlights
This workflow is designed to automatically start n8n workflows tagged with "Auto start," addressing the issue where imported workflows do not run automatically. It can be integrated into automated deployment pipelines to ensure that once the n8n container is up and running, the relevant workflows are activated without manual intervention.
Core Problem Addressed
In the n8n system, imported workflows—even those previously active—are not started automatically by default. This workflow detects workflows labeled with "Auto start" and activates them automatically, overcoming this automation gap and improving operational efficiency.
Use Cases
- Automatically restoring critical workflows after n8n container restarts or updates in automated deployment environments
- Integrating with DevOps pipelines to reduce manual steps for starting workflows
- Managing multiple workflows by enabling rapid batch activation of workflows with specific tags
Main Process Steps
- Manually trigger the "Test workflow" node to initiate the process
- Retrieve all workflows from the current n8n instance via the n8n API
- Filter workflows that have the "Auto start" tag
- Automatically activate the filtered workflows to start them
Involved Systems or Services
- n8n platform and its API, used for querying and activating workflows
- Manual Trigger node, used to initiate the workflow execution
Target Users and Value
- n8n operations engineers and automation developers, simplifying workflow maintenance and management
- Enterprise automation teams, enabling efficient workflow recovery and deployment processes
- Any users requiring continuous automatic operation of n8n workflows, enhancing system reliability and automation
The Auto Starter workflow combines tag-based management with API-driven activation to help users effortlessly automate the startup of n8n workflows. It is a convenient and efficient tool, making it an essential assistant for n8n automation deployment and operations.