Automated Daily Backup of n8n Workflows to GitHub Repository

Overview

This workflow automates the daily backup of all n8n workflows to a designated GitHub repository. By leveraging scheduled triggers and GitHub integration, it ensures that workflow configurations are securely versioned and easily recoverable.

Key Features

• Scheduled Automation: Initiates backups automatically each day using a schedule trigger.
• Workflow Retrieval: Collects all current n8n workflows for backup.
• Data Aggregation & Conversion: Aggregates workflow data and converts it into a JSON file, then encodes it in base64 for GitHub compatibility.
• GitHub Integration: Checks if the backup file exists, updates it if present, or uploads a new file if absent. Commits include date and file name for traceability.

Benefits

• Data Security: Prevents workflow loss by maintaining daily versioned backups.
• Operational Continuity: Enables quick restoration of workflows in case of accidental deletion or corruption.
• Auditability: Maintains a clear history of workflow changes for compliance and review.
• Time Savings: Eliminates manual backup tasks, reducing human error and freeing up resources.

Use Cases

• Organizations seeking automated, reliable backup of workflow automations.
• Teams requiring version control and audit trails for workflow changes.
• Businesses aiming to enhance operational resilience and disaster recovery.

Integrations

• n8n: Workflow retrieval and processing.
• GitHub: Secure storage and version control of backup files.