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Important notice

This workflow is provided as-is. Please review and test before using in production.

1. Workflow Overview

This workflow restores all n8n instance credentials from GitHub backups using the n8n API node. It complements the [Backup Your Credentials to GitHub](https://n8n.io/workflows/2307 backup your cred...

Best for

  • DevOps automation workflows
  • intermediate n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.manualtrigger, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote, n8n-nodes-base.set, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.splitout, n8n-nodes-base.github, n8n-nodes-base.extractfromfile, n8n-nodes-base.n8n

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by bangank36.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Restore your credentials from GitHub
Workflow name
Restore your credentials from GitHub

This workflow restores all n8n instance credentials from GitHub backups using the n8n API node. It complements the Backup Your Credentials to GitHub template by allowing users to seamlessly restore previously saved credentials.

How It Works

The workflow fetches credentials stored in a GitHub repository and imports them into your n8n instance.

Setup Instructions

To configure the workflow, update the Globals node with the following values:

  • repo.owner – Your GitHub username
  • repo.name – The name of your GitHub repository storing the credentials
  • repo.path – The folder path within the repository where credentials are stored

For example, if your GitHub username is john-doe, your repository is named n8n-backups, and credentials are stored in a credentials/ folder, you would set:

  • repo.ownerjohn-doe
  • repo.namen8n-backups
  • repo.pathcredentials/

Required Credentials

  • GitHub API – Access to your repository
  • n8n API – To import credentials into your n8n instance

Who Is This For?

This template is ideal for users who want to restore their credentials from GitHub backups, ensuring easy migration and recovery in case of data loss.


Check out my other templates:
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1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - When clicking ‘Test workflow’

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.manualTrigger - manualTrigger
Config choices
Version 1

Block 2 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 3 - Globals

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices
Version 3.4

Block 4 - Sticky Note4

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 5 - Sticky Note

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 6 - Get all files in given path

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 7 - Split the result

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.splitOut - splitOut
Config choices
Version 1

Block 8 - Get file content from GitHub

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.github - github
Config choices
Version 1

Block 9 - Convert files to JSON

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.extractFromFile - extractFromFile
Config choices
Version 1

Block 10 - Restore n8n Credentials

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.n8n - n8n
Config choices
Version 1

Block 11 - Check for skipped Credentials

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.if - if
Config choices
Version 2.2

3. Summary Table

Workflow Restore your credentials from GitHub
Complexity intermediate
Nodes 11
Categories DevOps
Author bangank36
Published 06 Mar 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/3097/3097.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Restore your credentials from GitHub do?

This workflow restores all n8n instance credentials from GitHub backups using the n8n API node. It complements the [Backup Your Credentials to GitHub](https://n8n.io/workflows/2307 backup your cred...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your DevOps use case.