Deploy N8N with Webhook Processor

Self-hosted scalable n8n workers with webhook processor, Redis & PostgreSQL

Deploy N8N with Webhook Processor

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Deploy and Host Self-Hosted n8n with Webhook Processors on Railway

n8n is an extensible, self-hosted workflow automation platform designed for teams and developers who want full control over their automation stack. Built with a fair-code model, n8n keeps its source code visible, supports self-hosting by default, and allows you to create powerful workflows using custom logic, scripts, and integrations.

With its node-based visual editor, n8n makes it easy to connect APIs, services, and internal systems—turning events into automated actions without locking you into a closed ecosystem.


About Hosting n8n with Webhook Processors

Hosting n8n with dedicated webhook processors means running a production-ready automation system that can reliably receive, route, and process incoming HTTP webhooks at scale.

In this architecture, webhook traffic is handled by a dedicated service responsible for exposing public endpoints and accepting incoming events. These events are then queued and processed asynchronously by n8n workers, ensuring better performance, isolation, and scalability compared to single-instance deployments.

A proper production setup must handle:

  • Stable public webhook URLs
  • Concurrent webhook traffic
  • Workflow execution state and persistence
  • Reliable queue-based processing
  • Safe separation between UI, webhook intake, and execution workers

Railway simplifies all of this by providing managed networking, environment configuration, service isolation, and easy scaling—without forcing you to manage servers manually.


Common Use Cases

Webhook-Driven Automation Receive webhooks from external systems (payment gateways, SaaS tools, internal apps) and trigger automated workflows instantly.

API Integration Workflows Connect multiple APIs and services using n8n’s visual workflow editor to synchronize data, enrich events, or orchestrate complex processes.

Event-Driven Processing Build workflows that respond to real-time events and process data through custom logic, scripts, and integrations.


Dependencies for n8n with Webhook Processors

This Railway template includes everything needed to run n8n in a scalable, self-hosted configuration with webhook processors:

  • n8n platform (self-hosted)
  • Dedicated webhook processor service
  • Queue-based execution using Redis
  • Persistent storage using PostgreSQL

All services are pre-wired using Railway’s private networking to ensure secure internal communication.

Deployment Dependencies


Implementation Details

Demo

📺 A short video (< 4 min) that goes over key concepts of creating workflows in n8n.

Available Integrations

n8n offers over 200 ready-to-use nodes for popular tools, services, and APIs. The full list is available on the official integrations page

Documentation

The official documentation covers installation, workflow design, credentials, execution modes, and scaling strategies. Additional examples and best practices are available on the n8n website, along with detailed release notes and breaking change announcements.


Platform Features

  • Node-Based Workflow Design Build automation visually by connecting nodes that represent services, APIs, and logic blocks.

  • Webhook Processing Receive and process incoming HTTP webhooks through a dedicated processor for improved reliability.

  • Queue-Based Execution Offload workflow execution to workers using Redis queues for better scalability and fault tolerance.

  • Extensive Integrations Access 200+ integrations to connect databases, APIs, SaaS tools, and internal systems.

  • Self-Hosted by Design Maintain full ownership of your data, infrastructure, and execution environment.

  • Custom Logic & Functions Extend workflows using custom JavaScript, expressions, and community or private nodes.

  • Fair-Code Distribution Transparent source code with sustainable licensing that supports long-term development.


License

n8n is distributed under a fair-code model using the Sustainable Use License and the n8n Enterprise License. Commercial licenses are available for enterprise use cases. For full licensing details, refer to the official documentation.


Why Deploy n8n with Webhook Processors on Railway?

Railway provides a unified platform for deploying modern infrastructure stacks without the operational overhead of managing servers, networks, and scaling logic yourself.

By deploying n8n with webhook processors on Railway, you get:

  • A clean separation between UI, webhook intake, and execution workers
  • Secure private networking between services
  • Simple environment variable management
  • Horizontal and vertical scaling as your automation load grows

This setup is ideal for teams who want a reliable, self-hosted workflow automation platform that can grow with their product, integrations, and traffic without slowing down development velocity.


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