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title: "Automation Templates: Deploy n8n and Workflow Tools"
description: "Deploy automation templates on Railway in one click. Run n8n with workers, webhook processors, and more on always-on infrastructure."
url: https://railway.com/deploy/category/automation
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# Deploy automation and workflow tools in one click

Templates in this category deploy workflow automation tools in one click. n8n is the most deployed, with variants that add Postgres, worker processes, and webhook processors for heavier loads. Activepieces and Windmill are also available.

Automations run 24/7 on always-on servers, so schedules and webhooks fire even when your laptop is closed. Pricing is usage based and you can start on a free trial.

## Common questions about Automation templates

### How do I self-host n8n?

Deploy one of the n8n templates and Railway creates the app with a Postgres database and variables preconfigured. The workers variant separates execution from the editor for heavier automation loads.

### Do scheduled workflows run when I am offline?

Yes. Templates run on always-on servers, so cron style schedules and incoming webhooks work around the clock without a machine of yours being awake.

### Can n8n scale beyond a single instance?

Yes. The n8n with workers template splits the editor and execution into separate services, which is the standard setup for higher workflow volume.

### Is my workflow data persistent?

Yes. The templates store workflows and credentials in a Postgres database inside your project, and volumes cover anything that needs disk persistence.

## Related

- Browse all templates: https://railway.com/deploy
- Railway docs: https://docs.railway.com

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