How Can I Use n8n as the Backend Automation Layer for a Mobile App?

[robertwilliam]

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• N8n as a SaaS backend — How much does the license allow?
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[kjooleng]

Hi @robertwilliam

Perhaps you can do it this way:

Mobile App → Your Backend API → n8n Webhook → External Services → Response to Mobile App

This gives you proper separation: your backend handles auth/security, while n8n becomes powerful automation for integrations and workflows.