# n8n

**n8n** is a scalable workflow automation tool. With a fair-code distribution model, n8n will always have visible source code, enabling self-hosting and allowing you to add your own custom functions, logic, and applications. Its node-based approach makes it highly versatile, allowing you to connect anything to everything.

## Key Features:

- **Workflow Automation**: Create automated workflows through a visual interface, connecting various apps and services.
- **Supports Multiple Applications**: Offers a wide range of integration nodes for apps and services like Google Sheets, Slack, GitHub, Twitter, and more.
- **Flexible Triggers and Actions**: Supports event-based triggers and various actions, enabling workflows to respond to specific events and perform related tasks.
- **Conditions and Loops**: Add conditional logic and loops to workflows to handle more complex processes.
- **Custom Code Execution**: Incorporate custom JavaScript code into workflows to implement advanced logic and processing.
- **Self-Hosting**: Host n8n on local or cloud servers to ensure data security and privacy.
- **Version Control**: Export workflows as JSON files for version control and backups.