Master Self-Hosted Automation in 60 Minutes 🚀
Learn how to install, configure, and secure n8n on a DigitalOcean server with our step-by-step ebook. Build powerful workflows and take full control of your automations.

Your Complete Step-by-Step Setup Guide
Inside the ebook, you’ll find everything you need to install, configure, and start using n8n on a DigitalOcean droplet — even if you’re not a developer.
Chapter Highlights:
- Chapter 1: Setting up your DigitalOcean account
- Chapter 2: Preparing your DigitalOcean server
- Chapter 3: Setting up domain
- Chapter 4: Configuring your n8n platform
- Chapter 5: Securing your DigitalOcean server
- Chapter 6: How to connect from your local computer to your server using SSH
- Chapter 7: How to update your n8n platform
- Chapter 8: Scaling your droplet and backups
Built for Beginners, Loved by Pros
Whether you’re just getting started with automation or scaling complex workflows, this ebook is for you:
Take Control of Your Automations Today
Stop relying on expensive SaaS tools. Build your own automation hub with n8n self-hosted on DigitalOcean and own your workflows.
FAQ
What is n8n and why should I use it?
n8n is a powerful open-source automation tool that lets you connect apps, create workflows, and automate tasks — without expensive SaaS tools like Zapier or Make.
By self-hosting n8n on DigitalOcean, you get full control, privacy, and unlimited workflow possibilities.
Do I need coding skills to follow this ebook?
Nope! 🎉
This ebook is beginner-friendly and provides step-by-step instructions with screenshots.
Even if you’ve never used a server before, you’ll learn how to set up n8n on DigitalOcean without writing a single line of code.
Why should I self-host n8n instead of using Zapier or Make?
While Zapier and Make are great tools, they:
- Limit the number of workflows you can run
- Get expensive as your automations scale
- Store your data on third-party servers
With n8n self-hosted on DigitalOcean:
🛠 Full customization for advanced automations
🔐 Your data stays private
⚡ Unlimited workflows at a fraction of SaaS costs
How long does it take to set up n8n on DigitalOcean?
On average, you can install and configure n8n in under 60 minutes using this ebook.
It includes step-by-step instructions, commands and screenshots.
Is this ebook beginner-friendly?
Absolutely ✅
Whether you’re new to automation or already familiar with tools like Zapier, this guide breaks everything down into simple, actionable steps.
By the end, you’ll have your own automation hub running on DigitalOcean.
Do I need a paid DigitalOcean plan?
You can start with DigitalOcean’s $6/month droplet, which is enough for most workflows.
If you already have heavier automation needs, the ebook explains how to scale your setup.
We also include a guide on using DigitalOcean’s free credits to get started.
What if I get stuck during the setup?
No worries — we’ve got you covered.
You can reach out to us anytime at support@efficiencynest.com, and we’ll help you out.
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