# Automated n8n error monitoring and alerts via Gmail
This template solves the problem of unnoticed failures in n8n workflows by providing centralized error handling and timely email alerts. Ideal for users who rely on stable production-grade automations.
## Who it´s for
- n8n administrators needing a unified error monitoring solution
- Automation developers wanting real-time failure notifications
- DevOps teams maintaining n8n infrastructure at scale
- Business process owners requiring high automation reliability
## What the automation does
- Runs on a cron schedule every 24 hours
- Checks all active workflows in n8n and sets itself as the error handler
- Detects two types of errors: execution failures and trigger issues
- On failure, generates a detailed HTML notification with context, stack trace, and execution link
- Sends the alert via Gmail API to a designated administrator
## What´s included
- Ready-to-use n8n workflow with error handling logic
- Centralized error handler management system
- Integrations with n8n API and Gmail
- Basic HTML templating for email notifications
- Textual setup and adaptation guide
## Requirements for setup
- Access to an n8n instance with API access enabled
- Gmail account with API permissions configured
- Permissions to read and edit workflows in n8n
## Benefits and outcomes
- Proactive detection of failures without manual checks
- Centralized error handling across all workflows
- Reduced troubleshooting time with rich error context
- Increased automation resilience
- Full coverage assurance — automatically registers itself as handler
## 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
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