# Manage Pinecone via AI agents: indexes, collections, and vectors in n8n
This automation template enables AI agents to securely manage Pinecone vector database through an MCP server in n8n. Full lifecycle operations are supported — from index creation to vector queries. Designed for developers and ML engineers building agent-driven systems with external API access.
## Who it´s for
- Developers building AI agents with Pinecone access
- Machine learning engineers automating vector database workflows
- Tech leads deploying MCP servers for secure external API access
## What the automation does
- Exposes Pinecone API operations via an MCP server in n8n
- Allows AI agents to create, describe, modify, and delete indexes and collections
- Supports vector operations: query, upsert, fetch, update, and delete
- Triggered by ai_tool commands, such as from chat interfaces or monitoring systems
- Automates routine data management tasks like cleaning outdated vectors
## What´s included
- Ready-to-use n8n workflow
- Trigger and handler logic using LangChain and HTTP API
- Integrations with Pinecone API via MCP server
- Basic setup and adaptation guide
## Requirements for setup
- n8n instance with execution environment access
- Pinecone API credentials (API key and environment)
- Configured LangChain MCP server (or deployment capability)
- Connection to an ai_tool-enabled system (e.g., internal chat or agent framework)
## Benefits and outcomes
- Centralized, secure access to Pinecone via standardized MCP interface
- Reduced engineering overhead through automated database operations
- Scalable AI agent systems with dynamic data control
- Increased flexibility in ML pipelines via programmatic index management
- Compatibility with various AI frameworks using standard MCP protocol
## 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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