Automated n8n Update Checks on Schedule

# Daily n8n update check and SSH flag on version mismatch

This automation monitors the n8n version status to ensure system stability and security in production environments. It runs on schedule, compares the local version with the latest from npm, and flags the server via SSH if an update is needed.

## Who it´s for
- n8n administrators tracking version updates
- DevOps engineers automating service maintenance
- Developers using n8n in production environments

## What the automation does
- Runs daily at 5:00 AM via cron schedule
- Fetches the latest n8n version from the npm registry using HTTP
- Retrieves the current local version via the n8n API
- Compares versions; if different, executes an SSH command on the server
- Flags the need for an update (e.g., by creating a marker file or log entry)
- Operates fully autonomously without manual input

## What´s included
- Ready-to-use n8n workflow
- Scheduled trigger and response handling logic
- Integrations with npm registry, local n8n API, and SSH server
- Basic text instructions for setup and adaptation

## Requirements for setup
- Access to a running n8n instance (Local n8n instance)
- SSH access to the target server with command execution rights
- Configured credentials for n8n API and SSH connection

## Benefits and outcomes
- Prevents missing critical updates and security patches
- Saves time by fully automating version checks
- Enables planning updates during maintenance windows
- Can be integrated into CI/CD pipelines for tooling audits
- Simplifies system state auditing for DevOps teams
- Reduces risk of human error in version monitoring

## 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