Create an API Key in n8n environment

  • Release version: Yokohama
  • Updated March 12, 2026
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    • Creating an API key in n8n environment using your n8n instance.

    Before you begin

    Role required: admin (authenticated user with the appropriate administrative permissions in the n8n instance)

    Procedure

    1. Log in to your n8n instance.
    2. Navigate to Settings > n8n API.
    3. Select Create an API Key.
    4. Choose a label and set an Expiration time for the key.
    5. Copy the APl Key and use this key to authenticate your calls.

    Result

    An API Key is created in the n8n environment.

    What to do next

    Create an AI connection for n8n