n8n is a powerful open-source workflow automation tool that helps teams connect services and automate tasks with minimal code. By combining Vultr’s cloud infrastructure with xCloud’s intuitive server management, you can deploy n8n quickly and efficiently. 

This guide walks you through setting up a Vultr server in xCloud and deploying n8n using xCloud’s One Click Apps.

How to Setup A Vultr Server in xCloud? #

This guide shows how to set up a Vultr server in xCloud. Follow the steps to quickly launch, configure and start your cloud journey.

Step 1: Sign Up/Login With xCloud #

First, you will need to visit the xCloud website and you have to sign up for xCloud with your credentials.

If you already have an account please visit our login page. 

Now you are ready to set up your server with Digital Ocean in xCloud.

Step 2: Create Your New Vultr Server In xCloud #

After logging in to your xCloud account, start by adding a new server by clicking on the “Add New Server” button from your dashboard.

The next screen will provide the list of our available services. For this tutorial, we will create a Vultr server and for that select the Vultr option under “Bring your own server service”. The billing of the server will be handled on your Vultr account and in xCloud we won’t charge for this first server.

Signup in Vultr with xCloud Promo #

To get started with the free hosting offer, head over to Vultr.com and sign up for a new account. During the registration process, you’ll need to link a valid credit card or a verified PayPal account to activate your account and be eligible for the $100 promotional credit. As part of the validation, Vultr will place a small temporary authorization on your credit card, approximately $2.50 USD to verify your payment method. 

This charge is not permanent and will be automatically reversed by your bank, although depending on your bank’s policy, it might take up to 30 days for the funds to be released.

If you choose to verify using PayPal, note that Vultr requires a minimum payment of $5.00 USD for validation. Additionally, PayPal must be linked to a valid credit card or bank account to complete this verification process. Once your payment method is verified and your account is deemed eligible, the $100 in free credits will be automatically applied to your account. Make sure to use the promo code “XCLOUD25” during the sign-up to claim this offer.

Note: If you already have a Vultr account then please skip this step and check how to collect API from Vultr.

Collect API key from Vultr  #

After you have successfully completed setting up your billing method, you will need to get the Vultr API key to add it to xCloud to create and manage 1 server and 10 sites for free. Navigate to the Account → API tab from your Vultr dashboard. After that click on the ‘Enable API’ button.

Now, your ‘Personal Access Token’ will be auto-generated. Copy the API Key/Token.

Please make sure you have added Any IPv4 and Any IPv6 both under Access Control.

Now, you need to go back to the xCloud dashboard and add your Vultr Label & API Key.

Add Team Members In Vultr #

If you want your team members to use xCloud with Vultr, then make sure these permissions are given.

Add Vultr API key in xCloud  #

Thanks to xCloud, you can create your first server without spending any money. Now, click on ‘Add New Server’ from the xCloud dashboard and you will be redirected to the server selection screen. Then click on ‘Vultr’ to proceed further.

After selecting ‘Vultr’, set your ‘Key’, ‘Vultr Label’, and ‘Vultr API Key’. Then click on ‘Verify’.

Step 3: Create a Vultr Server in xCloud  #

Now that you have successfully verified your Vultr account, you will need to add other details to create a server in Vultr using xCloud. Choose your Region, Database Server, Server Size, and much more from one easy dashboard. 

After putting all the information, click on ‘Next’ and xCloud will automatically install and set up everything for you in a few minutes.

Deploy n8n on Vultr Server via xCloud #

With xCloud’s One Click Apps feature, you can deploy n8n with ease. Follow the steps below to quickly set up n8n in a demo or production environment with xCloud.

🔖Recommendations #

Here are some key suggestions to help you optimize your setup and get the best results 👉🏻

🌐Web Server for Deployment #

Though you can deploy n8n applications from both NGINX and OLS server, we recommend deploying n8n on an Nginx server for the best performance and stability. While you can use an OLS server, Nginx generally provides a more reliable experience.

⚙️ CPU Requirements #

We recommend using a server with more than 1 CPU when running n8n. A 1 CPU server may not function as expected, so choosing a server with higher resources will help ensure smooth and successful operation.

Note: n8n is available in our plans, including the free plan. But you have to upgrade to our PRO plans to access the Environment feature.

This guide shows how to set up or deploy n8n on a Vultr server in xCloud. Follow the steps to quickly launch, configure and start your cloud journey.

Step 1: Access One Click Apps #

Begin by logging into your xCloud account. Once logged in, navigate to your dashboard and click on the ‘Add New Site’ button.

You will then be asked to ‘Choose a Server to add Site’ from the dropdown. You must select the Vultr server you set up in xCloud from this dropdown. Then click ‘Next’.

Then go to the ‘One Click Apps’ section. Select ‘n8n’ from the available applications to initiate the deployment process.

Step 2: Set Up the n8n Application #

In the site setup screen, you will be prompted to enter basic site information. Provide a ‘Site Title’ and add relevant ‘Tags’ to help organize your deployment. 

At this point, you can choose between two deployment modes: ‘Go Live’ for a production-ready deployment or ‘Demo Site’ for testing purposes. Selecting ‘Go Live’ will immediately create a live environment, while choosing ‘Demo Site’ allows you to experiment in a staging environment before promoting to production.

Step 3: Configure Domain Settings  #

If you select the ‘Demo Site’ option, xCloud will assign a temporary subdomain for your n8n application.

Note: Once a demo site is promoted to a live environment, you cannot revert back to using the demo domain. Ensure your choice aligns with your deployment goals before proceeding.

Step 4: Configure and Install the Site  #

Then, a default ‘Port’, ‘Site User’ will be selected automatically. Then choose a ‘Timezone’ for this site. Once all settings have been configured, click the ‘Next’ button to proceed.

Note: We recommend leaving the port and site user as default.

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Step 6: Add Your Custom Domain  #

You can add your own ‘Domain’ to host the site by going to the Domain section. Also, you can add an ‘Additional Domain’ with your custom domain.

Step 7: Visit the n8n Site  #

With n8n set up with xCloud, you should be able to log in and confirm that it’s working. From the dashboard, click on the ‘Visit Site’ app.

This will open the n8n dialog window for registration, which should look something like the example below. Simply enter your details and create a password according to the specs indicated. Hit the ‘Next’ button, then click through any additional popups, leaving them empty for now.

This should bring you to the n8n Overview page. Now that your n8n instance is up and running, let’s fine-tune its settings for security and customization. From here, go to the ‘Create workflow’ , set according to your preferences.

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Environment Editor for n8n  #

The Environment section in xCloud allows you to customize configuration settings for your n8n instance. Just go to the ‘Environment’ option from the sidebar and adjust as you need then click on the ‘Save’ button.

Update N8N Version  #

To update n8n to the latest version, simply go to  ‘Updates’ from the sidebar of the dashboard. Then simply search for the ‘Check for Updates’ button. Click the Update button and this will install the latest n8n version on your server.

And that’s it, this is how easily you can quickly and efficiently deploy an n8n on a Vultr server instance using xCloud’s One Click Apps feature. You can create your own n8n application and automate with workflows seamlessly.

Still stuck? Contact our support team for any of your queries.