n8n Backup to Nextcloud on Schedule or Manual Trigger

# Backup n8n workflows to Nextcloud on schedule or manually via API

This automation ensures reliable backup of n8n workflow configurations to prevent data loss after crashes, updates, or human error. Ideal for users running n8n in production who require secure, timestamped configuration history.

## Who it´s for
- n8n administrators needing regular backups
- Developers using n8n in production environments
- DevOps teams automating configuration management

## What the automation does
- Runs on schedule (e.g., every 6 hours) or manually via trigger
- Fetches list of all workflows from self-hosted n8n instance via REST API
- Makes individual HTTP requests to retrieve full details for each workflow
- Processes and merges data into a single structured JSON object
- Uploads the result as a timestamped file to Nextcloud storage
- Enables fast recovery by keeping accessible, versioned backups

## What´s included
- Ready-to-use n8n workflow
- Trigger logic: cron_schedule and execute_workflow_trigger
- Integrations with n8n REST API and Nextcloud
- Basic text instructions for setup and adaptation

## Requirements for setup
- Access to a self-hosted or local n8n instance with REST API enabled
- Nextcloud account with file upload permissions
- API keys or credentials for authentication in both systems

## Benefits and outcomes
- Protection against workflow loss during updates or failures
- Manual trigger option before critical operations
- Full autonomy — no external dependencies
- Clear, timestamped file structure for easy retrieval
- Time saved on manual exports
- Compliance with internal backup policies
- Secure storage within enterprise-grade Nextcloud

## Important: template only
Important: you are purchasing a ready-made automation workflow template only. Rollout into your infrastructure, connecting specific accounts and services, 1:1 setup help, custom adjustments for non-standard stacks and any consulting support are provided as a separate paid service at an individual rate. To discuss custom work or 1:1 help, contact via chat