Import guide

Import an n8n workflow

Step-by-step: download a WorkFlowAI n8n blueprint, import JSON, configure credentials, and test.

Tip: Prefer verified n8n recipes when you want human-reviewed setup notes.

1. Download the blueprint

  1. Open a workflow on WorkFlowAI (e.g. from /workflows).
  2. Click the download / JSON link for the n8n file.
  3. Save the .json file locally.

2. Import into n8n

  1. Open your n8n instance (cloud or self-hosted).
  2. Go to Workflows → Add workflow → Import from file (wording may vary slightly by version).
  3. Select the downloaded JSON.
  4. Confirm the import. Nodes appear on the canvas.

3. Configure credentials

Imported nodes often need credentials (OpenAI, Slack, Google, etc.):

  • Open each node with a red or warning state.
  • Create or select credentials in n8n — never paste production secrets into public forms.
  • Match environment variables if the recipe mentions them in setup notes.

4. Test safely

  1. Use a non-production workspace or test accounts first.
  2. Run the workflow manually with sample data.
  3. Check error logs and node outputs before enabling schedules or webhooks.

5. Community vs verified

Community recipes are schema-validated imports — review every node before activating. Verified recipes include editorial setup notes. Read the badge and notice on each page.

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