Hostinger VPS for n8n: The Ultimate Setup Guide

Description

In this tutorial, you will learn how to set up the free, self-hosted version of n8n on a Hostinger VPS from start to finish!

Hostinger VPS (affiliate link):
https://www.hostg.xyz/SHIDN
Use coupon code DISCOUNT7 for an additional 7% offa

⭐ Resources Mentioned:

n8n (Self-Hosted Community Edition)
https://n8n.io

How To Update n8n (Support Article):
https://www.hostinger.com/support/11767754-how-to-update-n8n-at-hostinger/

Termius (SSH Client):
https://termius.com

Additional Tutorials:
How to Update n8n on Hostinger VPS (Full Guide):
https://youtu.be/9-u3BGl0ubU

How to Add SSH Keys (Beginner Tutorial):
https://youtu.be/6–d2faQSFY

How to Secure Hostinger VPS with Firewall Rules:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjMGvwHKXyY

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✅ Chapters:
00:00 Intro: About The Tutorial
00:39 n8n Cloud Pricing
02:35 Overview of Tutorial
03:48 Get Started: Hostinger Website
04:52 VPS Checkout
05:37 DISCOUNT CODE
06:44 Register Hostinger Account
07:31 VPS Setup Wizard
07:48 Create Root Password
08:30 Hostinger H Panel (VPS Dashboard)
09:01 Signing In To Hostinger H Panel
10:08 What is a VPS?
11:16 Launch & Setup N8N!
13:18 H Panel Tour
14:49 VPS Dashboard
15:15 Ask Kodee (AI Tech Support)
15:43 Overview Tab (VPS Dashboard)
16:28 VPS Terminal
16:48 How To Update n8n
17:25 n8n Version Number
18:58 Launch Terminal + Update n8n
21:30 Will I Lose N8N Workflows???
22:13 Docker Container + Docker Volume
23:21 Firewall Rules
24:57 Activate Firewall
25:26 Free Malware Scanner
25:54 Backups & Monitoring
26:57 OS & Panel
27:15 VPS Settings
27:40 Account Info & Logout
28:25 How To Access VPS Terminal Remotely (SSH)

🪜What You Will Learn:

** 1️⃣ Hostinger VPS Setup**

• Choosing the right plan (KVM1 vs KVM2)

• How to apply promo codes and pick a server location

• How to use Hostinger’s “Self-Hosted n8n” template for auto-installation

  2️⃣ Touring the Hostinger H-Panel

• Understanding the VPS dashboard

• Where to find your root access credentials

• Using the built-in AI assistant “Ask Cody” for support

  3️⃣ Accessing & Using n8n

• Creating your n8n owner account

• Activating your free Community Edition license

• Opening and launching n8n from the dashboard

• Understanding how Hostinger uses Docker containers + volumes to keep your workflows safe during updates

  4️⃣ Updating n8n Safely (Docker Method)

• Running the three required Docker commands

• Why your data is safe in a Docker volume

• How to confirm your new version is installed

  5️⃣ Securing Your VPS

• Adding firewall rules (ports 22, 80, 443)

• Understanding the DROP rule

• Using the free malware scanner

• Enabling automatic backups + snapshots (weekly or daily)

  6️⃣ SSH Access (Remote Terminal)

• Finding your VPS IP, username, and root password

• Why using an SSH client like Termius is better than the browser terminal

• Connecting securely and remotely to your VPS via SSH

  7️⃣ Bonus Skills

• Navigating the H-Panel efficiently

• Adding custom domains

• Using Docker Manager inside Hostinger

• Knowing exactly where your n8n workflows live and how updates work (container vs. volume)