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n8n-io/n8n-docker-caddy — explained in plain English

Analysis updated 2026-07-17 · repo last pushed 2024-08-12

★ 130Audience · ops devopsComplexity · 4/5StaleSetup · hard

tl;dr

A Docker and Caddy starter kit for self-hosting the n8n workflow automation tool on your own cloud server instead of paying for managed hosting.

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  root((repo))
    What it does
      Self host n8n
      Docker plus Caddy
      Cloud server setup
    Tech Stack
      Docker
      Caddy
      n8n
    Use Cases
      Own server control
      Avoid SaaS fees
      Handle sensitive data
    Audience
      DevOps teams
      IT admins
    Setup
      DigitalOcean guide
      Hetzner guide
      Not for beginners

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what do people make with this?

VIBE 1

Self-host n8n on DigitalOcean or Hetzner Cloud instead of paying for managed hosting

VIBE 2

Run automation workflows handling sensitive data entirely on your own servers

VIBE 3

Avoid monthly SaaS fees when running hundreds of automations

what's the stack?

DockerCaddyn8n

how it stacks up fr

n8n-io/n8n-docker-caddylllyasviel/toondecomposeyuricrystal/ai-avatar-bot
Stars130130130
Language—PythonHTML
Last pushed2024-08-122023-08-31—
MaintenanceStaleDormant—
Setup difficultyhardhardmoderate
Complexity4/54/53/5
Audienceops devopsdeveloperdeveloper

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how do i run it?

Difficulty · hard time til it works · 1h+

Requires managing your own cloud server, SSL, and security, the README warns it isn't for beginners.

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prompt 1
Walk me through deploying n8n using this Docker and Caddy starter kit on a DigitalOcean droplet.
prompt 2
Explain how Caddy automatically handles SSL certificates in this n8n self-hosting setup.
prompt 3
Help me set up n8n with Docker and Caddy on Hetzner Cloud, including basic firewall and security steps.
prompt 4
What server administration skills do I need before self-hosting n8n with this repo?

Frequently asked questions

what is n8n-docker-caddy fr?

A Docker and Caddy starter kit for self-hosting the n8n workflow automation tool on your own cloud server instead of paying for managed hosting.

Is n8n-docker-caddy actively maintained?

Stale — no commits in 1-2 years (last push 2024-08-12).

How hard is n8n-docker-caddy to set up?

Setup difficulty is rated hard, with roughly 1h+ to a first successful run.

Who is n8n-docker-caddy for?

Mainly ops devops.

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