With recent versions of n8n, you can launch your own Model Context Protocol (MCP) server and client directly from the n8n interface — no extra installation, npm packages, or Docker images required…

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n8n version 1.88.0+ includes built-in Model Context Protocol (MCP) support, allowing users to expose workflows as AI-usable tools through MCP Server Trigger nodes and connect to other MCP servers via MCP Client Tool nodes. The guide covers setting up MCP endpoints, configuring authentication, exposing tools, and connecting with AI agents, all without requiring additional installations or Docker images.

How to Start Your Own MCP Server with n8n

Step 4: Connect with the MCP Client Tool Node