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Workflows tailored to your business - not forced into templates.
Remote n8n Workflow Automation for Europe A Dedicated Developer, Hourly or Monthly
Dedicated n8n developers who build your workflows and self-host n8n on your EU cloud (AWS eu-west, Hetzner, OVH) - custom nodes, AI nodes, real integrations - for €25/hr or €2,000/mo on full European overlap, GDPR-ready with a signed DPA.
n8n Workflows From Empiric Infotech LLP
Empiric Infotech LLP builds the n8n workflows your UK or EU business needs - and self-hosts n8n on EU infrastructure (AWS eu-west / eu-central, Azure Europe, GCP Europe, Hetzner, OVHcloud, Scaleway) when data residency, internal-tool access, or licence economics call for it. Two ways to engage a remote dedicated n8n developer, billed in EUR with the EU VAT reverse-charge and a signed DPA on day 0: book hours at €25/hr for a defined scope (a v1 workflow, an n8n self-host on EU infra, a Zapier/Make migration, an AI node added to an existing flow), or lock a month at the standard €2,000 for 160-172 hours of full-time, exclusive work overlapping the whole European working day. The developer works in your GitHub or GitLab org, your EU cloud, and your n8n instance - self-hosted in your VPC with EU data residency, Postgres for the n8n DB, Redis for the queue, S3-compatible (or MinIO on Hetzner / OVH) for binaries, SSO via SAML / OIDC where the licence supports it. We design the workflow in n8n, wire real integrations (HubSpot, Salesforce, Pipedrive, Notion, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, Stripe, Xero, FreeAgent, SAP, DATEV, your DB, your APIs), add AI nodes (Anthropic Claude, OpenAI EU, Mistral, Gemini, OpenRouter, self-hosted Llama / Qwen) where the LLM-in-the-loop earns it, write custom n8n nodes, self-host n8n (Docker / Compose / Kubernetes), add evals, observability, GDPR-aware PII redaction, error notifications, and a DPO-readable runbook. A senior team lead reviews and tests every release.
What an n8n engagement delivers for European teams
Not a YouTube tutorial flow. A production n8n estate on your EU cloud, running real workflows against your real systems, with the integrations, custom nodes, AI hooks, and GDPR-aware ops discipline a DPO can read.
Self-host n8n on EU infrastructure
n8n deployed on AWS eu-west / eu-central, Azure Europe, GCP Europe, Hetzner, OVHcloud, or Scaleway - in Docker, Compose, or Kubernetes, behind your reverse proxy, with TLS, Postgres for the n8n DB, Redis for the queue, S3-compatible or MinIO for binaries, SSO via SAML / OIDC where the licence supports it, daily backups with a restore drill, an upgrade cadence, and EU data staying on EU infrastructure.
Workflows built in n8n, with code nodes where the canvas runs out
Visual canvas for the ergonomic parts; JavaScript or Python code nodes for the parts the canvas cannot cleanly express; sub-workflows; environment variables for secrets; a Git-backed export so workflow changes are reviewed in PRs and EU data residency is preserved on the workflow code itself.
Custom n8n nodes for your EU stack
When n8n does not have a node for your CRM, your helpdesk, your accounting (Xero, FreeAgent, SAP, DATEV), or your internal API, we write a custom node - typed, paginated, retry-safe, distributed via your private npm or your n8n custom-nodes folder.
AI nodes wired right, GDPR-aware
Anthropic Claude, OpenAI EU, Mistral (EU), Gemini, or self-hosted Llama or Qwen via Ollama on Hetzner / OVH for fully residency-bound cases - wired as proper steps with structured outputs, retries, budget caps, prompt versioning. GDPR-aware PII redaction in logs. A DPO-readable audit trail.
Real integrations, multilingual where it matters
HubSpot, Salesforce, Pipedrive, Notion, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, Stripe, Xero, FreeAgent, SAP, DATEV, your DB, your internal APIs - with the edge cases that the demo never shows. Multilingual handling on flows where your users are not all anglophone.
Ops, observability, and a DPO-readable runbook
Error notifications to Slack / PagerDuty / your alerting, structured logging to Grafana Cloud EU / Datadog EU / your own on Hetzner / OVH, a dashboard on volume / success / latency, an execution-history retention policy, a DPO-readable audit trail, and version upgrades on a cadence.
A developer who is still there next month
Your APIs change, n8n ships a new version, models swap. A dedicated engagement means the same developer ships the next workflow, updates n8n, swaps the model on the AI node, and keeps the estate green - without notice-period drama.
How we scope an n8n engagement for a European team
No multi-week sales cycle and no twenty-page statement of work. A call, a written scope and DPA, a trial, then hourly or monthly - your call. All on full European working-day overlap.
A scoping call
Thirty to forty-five minutes on full European overlap. You tell us the workflow, the self-host preference, the existing estate (if any), the data sensitivity and the languages, and what would count as a measurable outcome. No charge, no obligation.
A written scope, team proposal, and DPA
We send back the workflow design, the self-host plan (cloud, container topology, DB, queue, storage, backup, SSO, EU residency), the custom nodes, the evals plan if there is an AI node, who we would put on it, the price both ways, and the DPA (sub-processor list, data map, EU residency).
A 7-day risk-free trial (on the monthly plan)
The developer gets into your repo and EU cloud and ships the first slice - n8n running on your infra, the first workflow live, integrations wired, error notifications routing, the DPA signed - inside the first week, reviewed and tested by the senior lead. Not a fit by day 7, full refund.
Hourly or monthly, your choice
Hourly: billed by the hour at €25 with the EU VAT reverse-charge, time tracked to the minute, a weekly time report and a demo, stop any time - best for a defined scope or burst work. Monthly: 160-172 hours at the standard €2,000, monthly billing with the EU VAT reverse-charge and a signed DPA, cancel with 7 days notice - the better value when the n8n estate is a rolling thing.
Two ways to engage an n8n developer
Two ways to engage a remote n8n developer, billed in EUR with the EU VAT reverse-charge and a signed DPA on day 0. By the hour at €25 - pay as you go, time tracked, a weekly report and demo, no monthly commitment - best for a defined scope. Or monthly at the standard €2,000 for 160-172 hours of full-time, exclusive work on full European overlap - the better value when the estate is a rolling thing, with a 7-day risk-free trial. Either way: your repo, your EU cloud, your n8n instance, EU data residency, and a senior lead reviews and tests every release. Why the hourly premium? n8n + AI work is high-iteration expert work; the monthly rate is the same flat rate as any Empiric engagement once you commit. Model and platform usage is billed to your own accounts at cost. n8n licence is yours, billed by n8n.
Hourly plan
- A dedicated n8n developer, exclusive to you while you have hours booked
- Pay as you go - billed by the hour (EU VAT reverse-charge), time tracked, a weekly report and demo
- Best for a defined scope (v1 workflow, self-host, Zapier/Make migration, AI node added); no monthly commitment, stop any time
- Your EU cloud and n8n instance from day one; EU data residency, signed DPA
- Every release reviewed and tested by a senior lead before it goes live
Monthly plan
- A dedicated n8n developer, full-time and exclusive - 160-172 hours on full European overlap
- The best value when the estate is rolling - many flows, custom nodes, integration backlog, ops cadence
- Your EU cloud and n8n instance from day one; the same flat rate as any Empiric engagement
- 7-day risk-free trial, monthly billing (EU VAT reverse-charge), cancel with 7 days notice; signed DPA
- A senior lead reviews and tests every release before it goes live
Dedicated team
- A small dedicated team - developers plus a senior team lead who reviews and tests every release
- Add a developer (or a DevOps engineer for self-host scaling) at the same rate, in 48 hours
- Pair an n8n developer with an AI agent or chatbot developer to ship related surfaces at once
- Best for a large n8n estate, a self-host build-out, or running n8n across multiple European teams
What the first 90 days look like for a European team
Whether you are booking hours or on the monthly plan, the shape is the same, overlapping your whole working day. Here is a typical first three months.
- Week 1
Onboarding, the DPA, and the first flow
EU cloud access, n8n stood up on EU infra (Docker / Compose / K8s with Postgres and Redis), the DPA signed, TLS and reverse proxy, the auth model agreed (SSO or local), the first workflow live end to end with real integrations and error notifications, Git-backed workflow export - shipped and reviewed. Day 7 is the risk-free decision point on the monthly plan.
- Month 1
The priority workflows in production
The 2-4 top-priority workflows running on your EU cloud, integrations tuned, idempotent writes, error notifications routed, structured logging to your EU observability stack, a dashboard, EU data residency confirmed, and a runbook.
- Month 2
Custom nodes, AI nodes, multilingual where it matters
Custom nodes for the EU integrations n8n does not have native (Xero, FreeAgent, SAP, DATEV), AI nodes wired (Claude / OpenAI EU / Mistral with structured outputs / budget caps), multilingual handling on flows that need it, model-fallback path, n8n version upgrade tested and rolled, the second use case shipped.
- Month 3 and on
Reliability, GDPR pass, scale
A reliability pass, a GDPR and national-law compliance pass on the AI nodes and the data flows, a scale pass (workers, concurrency), an n8n upgrade cadence, an evals pass on AI nodes, a cost pass, and the next batch scoped.
A remote n8n developer - hourly or monthly - vs a fixed-price n8n agency, n8n Cloud, or a European in-house hire
| Empiric Infotech (n8n developer - hourly or monthly) | Fixed-price n8n agency build | n8n Cloud-only (self-service) | Hire an automation engineer in-house in the EU/UK | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What you actually get | A self-hosted n8n estate on your EU cloud, the flows that run your business, custom nodes, AI nodes wired right, with the developer who built it still there | A flow or two built to spec, then a maintenance retainer or you are on your own | n8n Cloud + your team building and learning | Whatever your team can build alongside their other work |
| Pricing model | €25/hr for hourly work, or the standard €2,000/mo for a full-time developer if you lock a month; LLM and platform usage billed to your accounts at cost | €5K-€40K fixed bid per workflow build-out; change orders billed extra | €20-€667/mo licence by plan; plus your team's time | €55K-€85K salary + employer contributions - and rarely a full-time hire on its own |
| Estimate before you commit | An estimate both ways - hours per flow or what a month covers - plus a weekly time report and a demo | A fixed bid - you wear the overage as change orders | Platform demos; the real cost shows up after the first month | Internal estimates, if any |
| GDPR, data residency, and DPO audit trail | EU data residency, a signed DPA, a data map, sub-processor list, a DPO-readable audit trail - built in | Per the spec; a DPA may be a change order | Per platform; check the location, sub-processors, and DPA | In-house, on your own terms |
| Custom nodes and AI nodes | We write them - typed, paginated, retry-safe, AI nodes with structured outputs / budget caps / evals | Per the spec; new custom or AI nodes are change orders | Community-only; AI nodes for happy path | As much as your team builds |
| Ops and observability | Error notifications, structured logging to Grafana Cloud EU / Datadog EU, dashboards, a runbook - built in | Per the spec; new dashboards are change orders | n8n's built-in logs | As much as your team builds |
| Quality control | A senior lead reviews and tests every release before it goes live - built in, no extra charge | Per agency - often the same people who built it | On you to review and verify | Your own review process, if you have one |
| When the model changes (or n8n upgrades) | The same developer tests the upgrade, applies it, swaps the model - book an hour, or it is in the monthly plan | A support ticket, or a new maintenance retainer | Auto-upgraded; integration breaks are on you | Whoever built it, if they are still at the company (notice periods run long across much of Europe) |
| Time to start, and invoicing | 48 hours; invoiced with the EU VAT reverse-charge | 2-6 weeks (proposal, SOW, kickoff); per agency terms | Hours to sign up; days to ship a real flow | 2-4 months, then a long notice period; payroll, social contributions |
Figures are typical European market ranges, not quotes. LLM-token, vector DB, and (where applicable) n8n licence costs apply on top of any build cost in every option and are billed to your own accounts in ours. A fixed-price agency build of a comparable n8n flow set commonly lands in the €5K-€40K range per build-out before change orders.
Working hours and European overlap
Our team works 09:30 AM - 07:30 PM IST and a project manager is on call 07:30 AM - 10:30 PM IST, Monday to Friday. Here is exactly when that lands for clients in the US, Europe and Australia, your region first.
UK & Ireland (London, Dublin) - full team online 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM, project manager 3:00 AM - 6:00 PM.Most of your working day overlaps ours - live standups, pair-coding and same-hour replies.
Central Europe (Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, Madrid) - full team online 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM, project manager 4:00 AM - 7:00 PM.Most of your working day overlaps ours - live standups, pair-coding and same-hour replies.
US Eastern (New York, Boston, Atlanta) - full team online 12:00 AM - 10:00 AM, project manager 10:00 PM - 1:00 PM (next day).
US Pacific (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle) - full team online 9:00 PM - 7:00 AM (next day), project manager 7:00 PM - 10:00 AM (next day).
Australia East (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane) - full team online 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM (next day), project manager 12:00 PM - 3:00 AM (next day).
Want it to the half-hour in your own time? Slide through your day and book a slot below.
Why European teams build their n8n with a dedicated developer, not a fixed-price agency
In London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Paris, Dublin, or Madrid, the automation engineer who can self-host n8n, write a typed custom node, and put GDPR-aware redaction in front of an AI step is the same person three companies are trying to hire, with notice periods that run long in much of Europe. A fully loaded in-house automation engineer who could do this is roughly €6,500 to €11,000 a month once you add employer social contributions, benefits, and equipment, and the role rarely justifies a full-time hire on its own. A fixed-price n8n agency build typically runs €5,000 to €40,000 per workflow build-out before the first change order. Empiric Infotech is billed two ways - €25 an hour for a defined scope, or the standard €2,000 a month per developer for 160-172 hours of full-time, exclusive work - in EUR with the VAT reverse-charge, with the same person on your n8n estate next month.
Most n8n builds fail in the same places: a flow that 429s on the rate limit; a 'self-host' with no backup and no upgrade path; an AI node that hallucinates because nobody set up evals; custom nodes committed nowhere; no GDPR-aware logging, so PII bleeds into observability. A dedicated Empiric developer has shipped automations and integrations for UK and EU SaaS, fintech, and B2B teams - and self-hosts n8n on EU infrastructure (Hetzner, OVH, Scaleway, AWS eu-west, Azure Europe) with the GDPR-aware ops discipline a DPO can sign off on.
We have built web and mobile products since 2014 and AI/LLM features since the current wave began. The depth shows up in the parts a quickstart skips: n8n self-host on EU infra with EU data residency, backups, an upgrade cadence, custom nodes for European integrations (Xero, FreeAgent, SAP, DATEV), AI nodes with GDPR-aware PII redaction, integrations that survive an API quirk, a Git-backed workflow export, multilingual handling where the flow needs it.
Recent automation, integration, and product work
Vedu - AI image generation and TTS in an EdTech app
An AI-powered German language learning product built for a German client by a two-person Empiric Infotech team - the Flutter app, the flashcard and quiz engine, text-to-speech, and AI image generation wired into the content backend. The kind of integration discipline n8n flows need.
Read case studyMarketPlace Monitor - a UK B2B platform engineered end to end
A UK B2B platform built for a UK client by an Empiric Infotech team - the data, the integrations, and the backend behind it. Integration-heavy product work, the kind n8n typically connects.
Read case studyGrobs - a European product engineered end to end
A consumer product built for a European client by an Empiric Infotech team. Inside-Europe overlap and a DPA on day 0.
Read case studyReady to ship your n8n workflows?
Tell us the workflow you want shipped for your UK or EU team, whether you want self-hosted n8n on EU infra (AWS eu-west, Hetzner, OVH, Scaleway) or n8n Cloud, the data sensitivity, and what would count as a real outcome. Within 24 hours we will send back a workflow design, a self-host plan, a custom-node list, the AI evals plan if applicable, a team proposal, the DPA, and an estimate both ways. Your developer starts inside 48 hours on full European overlap.
Who This Is For
n8n-Powered Automation for
Teams Managing Real Operational Complexity
We help engineering, operations, and product teams replace brittle automations and manual work with custom workflows built on n8n - designed for scale, reliability, and integration with your real business logic.
This Is for You If:
You've hit the limits of Zapier or Airtable and need more control, speed, and reliability.
Your team is still doing things manually updating spreadsheets, chasing approvals, or copying data between tools.
You want systems that run reliably in the background, not workflows that break when things scale.
Your business logic is too specific for plug-and-play tools and you’re tired of workarounds.
You're done wasting time duct-taping tools together and ready for clean, scalable automation built right.
What We Do
We Build Powerful n8n Workflows That Reflect How Your Business Actually Operates
Forget basic zaps and bots. We design end-to-end automations using n8n tailored to your real business processes, tech stack, and growth goals.
No templates. No brittle shortcuts. Just scalable, maintainable systems that work like your team would only faster.
What We Build:
Custom workflows built for your exact use cases
Dynamic, multi-step automation with conditional logic
Cross-tool integration at any depth
Secure, scalable systems designed for long-term reliability
Full-stack implementation - from workflow design to deployment
Platforms & Tools We Work With:
We’re platform-agnostic - if it can be automated, we’ll make it happen.
What You Can Automate with n8n
End-to-End Workflow Automation
Design powerful, multi-step automations across your business systems: from CRMs and ERPs to finance, ops, and internal tools.
Built with: n8n, Make, Zapier, and custom API orchestration
Smart AI Inside Your Workflows
Turn static automations into smart systems with built-in AI that handles context, language, and decision-making.
Powered by: Chat-GPT, LangChain, OpenAI, Gemini
Automated Document & Data Pipelines
Extract, tag, and route data from PDFs, forms, and emails without any manual effort.
Tech behind the scenes: OCR, LLMs, vector search, Pinecone
Conversational Interfaces & Voice Flows
Trigger workflows from WhatsApp, Telegram, or phone calls and let automation do the rest.
Built using: Twilio, Vapi, Retell AI, Telegram, OpenAI
AI-Augmented Reporting & Alerts
Automate reports, alerts, and summaries so your team knows what’s important instantly.
Integrated into: Notion, Data Studio, PowerBI, and more
Our Step-by-Step Process for Custom n8n Automation at Scale
A Collaborative Process,
Designed Around Your Team
and Tools
We don’t just drop in automation we architect smart, scalable systems using n8n that integrate seamlessly with how your business already works.
Our proven 6-phase approach ensures every workflow we build delivers value fast and grows with your operations.
Discovery & Opportunity Mapping
We dive deep into your existing workflows, tools, and bottlenecks to identify where automation can save time, reduce errors, and create impact.
Outcome: ROI-driven roadmap aligned with your business goals
System Design & Stack Planning
We design a custom automation system using n8n - choosing the right tools, integrations, and logic for your needs, not ours.
Outcome: Flexible, future-ready blueprint with no platform lock-in
Prototype & Validate
We ship a working v1 of your top-priority workflow, validate it with your team, and refine based on real feedback.
Outcome: Quick wins and stakeholder buy-in
Full Build & Integration
We develop the full system using n8n, connecting every app, API, and internal tool needed - and ensure it’s robust, secure, and production-ready.
Outcome: Live automation that actually works, end to end
Onboarding & Handoff
We train your team to manage and update workflows confidently - so you stay in control, without relying on us for every tweak.
Outcome: Full visibility, ownership, and independence
Ongoing Optimization
As your business grows, we review performance, gather feedback, and improve automations to keep pace with your evolving needs.
Outcome: A scalable system that gets better over time
Industries We Automate with n8n
Smart Workflow Automation for
Complex, High-Impact Operations
Whether you're a fast-moving startup or an operations-heavy team, we use n8n to build custom automations that simplify the complex, connect fragmented tools, and eliminate repetitive work without forcing you into a template.
Industries We Serve:
SaaS & Tech Startups
Automate GTM workflows, onboarding, CRM updates, and support escalations.
E-commerce & DTC Brands
Streamline order processing, inventory sync, customer notifications, and returns.
HR & Recruitment Teams
Simplify candidate screening, ATS syncing, and onboarding checklists.
Healthcare Admin & Support
Automate patient intake, scheduling, and compliance tracking securely.
Logistics & Operations Teams
Route orders, sync inventory, trigger dispatch workflows - all in real time.
EdTech Platforms
Automate testing, grading, learner onboarding, and progress updates.
If your operations feel too complex for templates, you're in the right place.
Why Choose Empiric for n8n Workflow Automation
Custom Automation Built to Fit Your Business
We don’t offer bots or one-size-fits-all flows. We design scalable, intelligent systems on n8n that align with your real-world operations and grow with you.
What Sets Us Apart:
n8n-First, Not No-Code Gimmicks
We use n8n to build logic-rich, API-driven automations - not duct-taped shortcuts.
Tailored Workflows, Zero Templates
Every system is custom-built to match your tools, processes, and goals.
Privacy-First Architecture
GDPR-compliant, self-hostable, and secure by default - your data stays in your hands.
Build Fast, Validate Early
We prototype high-impact workflows quickly to prove value and gain internal buy-in.
Work Directly with Automation Experts
You’ll collaborate directly with automation experts - no handoffs, no fluff.
Long-Term Support, Not Just a Handoff
We stay with you post-launch to refine, expand, and evolve as your needs grow.
Tools We Integrate - Built Around Your Stack, Not Ours
n8n at the Core. Everything Else Plugged In Seamlessly.
We use n8n as the automation engine and integrate it with the tools and platforms you already use. Whether you prefer open-source, enterprise-grade, or hybrid setups, we design systems that work for your business - not around our tooling.
What We Work With:
AI & Language Models
Automation Platforms
AI Frameworks
Voice & Communication
Backend & Database
OpenAI
Claude
Gemini
Mistral
Meta LLaMA
We’ll design a setup that fits your compliance and control needs.
Why Businesses Choose Empiric Infotech LLP?
We worked with Empiric Infotech to build a chatbot for our children’s theater project, and we’re so glad we did. The team was fast, responsive, and kept working until everything was perfect. The project was delivered on time, within budget, and the end result looks and works great. We’re truly grateful for their support
E-commerce Brand
I found in Empiric Infotech an excellent partner to build my blockchain platform. They are professional, knowledgeable, and supportive at every stage. Even after launch, we keep collaborating - and the results have always been wonderful
Founder Winupdraws
I was looking for a skilled software team to help me transform my prototype into a complete app. Empiric Infotech not only delivered exactly what I needed, but also added custom features, backend notifications, and guided me through publishing on both app stores. Their communication was smooth and reliable. I can gladly recommend them.
Founder and consultant at tak innovation
We needed support to strengthen our technical platform, and Empiric Infotech delivered exactly what we were looking for. The team was professional, responsive, and kept everything on track with both time and cost. As our company grows, we’re glad to have them as a trusted partner and would happily recommend their services.
Founder Skapasaga
Finding the right agency for our My Ayur app was challenging, but Empiric Infotech delivered exactly what we needed. Over past months, their expertise in FlutterFlow and MongoDB stood out, consistently delivering high-quality work. Professional, friendly, and reliable - a partner I would confidently recommend.
Founder and CEO Sresht Ayur
We worked with Empiric Infotech to build a chatbot for our children’s theater project, and we’re so glad we did. The team was fast, responsive, and kept working until everything was perfect. The project was delivered on time, within budget, and the end result looks and works great. We’re truly grateful for their support
Eva MesmanE-commerce Brand
I found in Empiric Infotech an excellent partner to build my blockchain platform. They are professional, knowledgeable, and supportive at every stage. Even after launch, we keep collaborating - and the results have always been wonderful
John FelipeFounder Winupdraws
I was looking for a skilled software team to help me transform my prototype into a complete app. Empiric Infotech not only delivered exactly what I needed, but also added custom features, backend notifications, and guided me through publishing on both app stores. Their communication was smooth and reliable. I can gladly recommend them.
Andrzej KarelFounder and consultant at tak innovation
We needed support to strengthen our technical platform, and Empiric Infotech delivered exactly what we were looking for. The team was professional, responsive, and kept everything on track with both time and cost. As our company grows, we’re glad to have them as a trusted partner and would happily recommend their services.
Fredrik HagenFounder Skapasaga
Finding the right agency for our My Ayur app was challenging, but Empiric Infotech delivered exactly what we needed. Over past months, their expertise in FlutterFlow and MongoDB stood out, consistently delivering high-quality work. Professional, friendly, and reliable - a partner I would confidently recommend.
Eshu MiddhaFounder and CEO Sresht Ayur
Compliance & Security
Automation Without Compromising Privacy or Control
What We Deliver:
GDPR-compliant data flows
Role-based access controls (RBAC)
Self-hosting available for all core services
Audit logging + data retention governance
Built for teams who need automation - but can’t afford risk.
Let’s Build the Smart System Your
Business Deserves
FAQs
Answers to Common Questions - From Founders, Ops Teams & Tech Leads
Frequently asked questions
Default for European teams: self-hosted on EU infrastructure (AWS eu-west / eu-central, Azure Europe, GCP Europe, Hetzner, OVHcloud, Scaleway) when you have any of these - GDPR data-residency requirements, internal-tool access on a VPC, heavy execution volume, or a desire to own the runtime. n8n Cloud fits when flows are SaaS-to-SaaS, low volume, and the team does not want to run anything (check the n8n Cloud DPA and data residency on their EU region first).
Two ways, billed in EUR with the EU VAT reverse-charge and a signed DPA. By the hour at €25 - pay as you go, time tracked, a weekly report and demo, no monthly commitment. Or monthly at the standard €2,000 per dedicated developer for 160-172 hours of full-time, exclusive work on full European overlap, with a 7-day risk-free trial. Either way: a senior lead reviews and tests every release. Model and platform usage is billed to your own accounts at cost. n8n licence is yours, billed by n8n.
Yes - GDPR-aware handling, EU data residency where the use case calls for it, and a signed DPA come on day 0. EU data stays on EU infrastructure (AWS eu-west / eu-central, Azure Europe, GCP Europe, Hetzner, OVHcloud, Scaleway), with a data map, a sub-processor list (model providers on AI nodes, vector DB, observability), GDPR-aware PII redaction in logs, and a DPO-readable audit trail. Model providers with EU data residency options (Anthropic, OpenAI EU, Mistral) are favoured where the use case calls for it.
Yes - HubSpot, Salesforce, Pipedrive, Xero, FreeAgent, SAP, DATEV, your internal API, or any other system n8n does not have a node for. Typed inputs, typed outputs, pagination, retry-safe writes, distributed via your private npm or your n8n custom-nodes folder.
Yes - typically a like-for-like migration first, then a tightening pass once flows are running. We will tell you which flows survive the migration as-is, which deserve a redesign, and which should stay in Zapier or Make if the volume does not justify a move.
Yes. Anthropic Claude, OpenAI EU, Mistral, Gemini, or self-hosted Llama or Qwen on Hetzner / OVH for fully residency-bound cases - wired as proper steps with structured outputs, retries, budget caps, prompt versioning. GDPR-aware PII redaction at write time. Multilingual prompts where your users need them.
You own it - your EU cloud account, your n8n instance, your DB and Redis, your workflows exported to your Git, your model keys - from day one. EU data stays on EU infrastructure where the use case calls for it.
Within 48 hours of sign-off: a scoping call on a European-overlap slot, a written scope and team proposal plus the DPA, then onboarding on day one. The first 7 days on the monthly plan are a risk-free trial with a full refund. After that it is monthly billing with 7 days notice to stop, or hourly with stop-any-time.
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