One-Click Deployment of n8n on Azure with Automation Scripts (Step-by-Step)

Introduction to n8n: Flexible Automation with Azure Integration

n8n is a flexible, open-source workflow automation platform that combines the ease of no-code with the power of code. Designed for developers and technical teams, it supports over 400 native integrations, offers built-in AI capabilities, and operates under a fair-code license—giving you full control over data, workflows, and infrastructure.

This guide provides a complete walkthrough for deploying n8n on Azure App Service, integrating with Azure OpenAI and Microsoft Outlook. You’ll use automated deployment scripts and follow clear, visual instructions to create intelligent, enterprise-grade workflows.

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Key Features of n8n

• Flexible Development: Build with JavaScript or Python, or use the visual interface—no coding required. Add custom logic using npm packages.
• AI-Native Platform: Integrate with LangChain and Azure OpenAI to develop AI-powered agents and decision systems.
• Full Deployment Control: Deploy self-hosted under a fair-code license or opt for the managed n8n Cloud.
• Enterprise-Ready: Supports advanced features such as RBAC, SSO, audit logs, and air-gapped deployments.
• Expansive Ecosystem: 400+ native integrations and 900+ ready-to-use workflows.

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Why Choose Azure for n8n?

• Managed Infrastructure: No need to manage VMs or servers.
• Elastic Scalability: Automatically handles workflow spikes.
• Enterprise Security: Integrated with Azure AD and enterprise-grade compliance.
• Native AI Access: Seamless integration with Azure OpenAI.
• Cost-Efficiency: Pay-as-you-go model with consumption-based billing.

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What This Guide Covers

• ✅ One-click deployment of n8n and Azure resources
• ✅ Integration with Azure OpenAI
• ✅ Optional Outlook 365 OAuth2 setup
• ✅ Visual troubleshooting and step-by-step screenshots

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Prerequisites

• Azure Account (Free Tier available with $200 credits)
• GitHub Account (For optional Codespaces deployment)
• Azure CLI installed (installation guide)
• Basic Terminal Knowledge

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One-Click Deployment on Azure

This method uses an automated Bash script to provision everything required for n8n to run on Azure, including:

• Azure Login Verification
• Resource Group Creation
• Storage Account & Connection String
• Linux-based Azure App Service Plan
• Docker-based Web App Deployment
• Azure OpenAI Resource Setup
• Optional Outlook OAuth2 Configuration
• App Settings and Auto-Restart Configuration

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Step-by-Step Deployment Instructions

Step 1: Clone the (n8n Azure Deployment repository) and execute the Script

# Clone repository
git clone https://github.com/3tallah/n8n-azure-deployment.git
cd n8n-azure-deployment

# Make the script executable
chmod +x deploy-n8n-azure.sh

# Run the full deployment
bash deploy-n8n-azure.sh

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Step 2: Script Provisions Azure Resources

The script will:

• Log into Azure (if not already logged in)
• Create a resource group and a storage account
• Deploy the App Service using a Docker container
• Set required environment variables (WEBSITES_PORT, AZURE_STORAGE_CONNECTION_STRING)
• Provision Azure OpenAI with endpoint and key
• Placeholder for Outlook OAuth2 Configuration

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Step 3: Access Your n8n Instance

Once the script completes:

• Your Web App has been restarted
• The public URL is displayed in the terminal
• You can access the n8n editor via the browser

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AI-Powered Workflows with Azure OpenAI

With the Azure OpenAI integration:

• Build workflows that auto-generate emails, summaries, or responses
• Use your data in LangChain-enabled workflows
• Connect to external APIs or enterprise systems for decision automation

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Optional: Microsoft Outlook OAuth2 Setup

Outlook integration allows workflows to:

• Read and send emails
• Automate meeting scheduling
• Trigger flows from inbox events

The script includes placeholders to configure:

• Client ID / Secret
• Redirect URI
• Required Microsoft Graph Permissions

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Troubleshooting and Tips

• Web App not starting? Ensure WEBSITES_PORT is set to 5678
• Environment variables not loading? Double-check the App Service configuration
• OpenAI errors? Validate the key and endpoint from the Azure portal