How to switch from "self-host" community version to enterprise version

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Hi,
I’m wondering, when we are using the “self-host” community version, if we want to switch to the enterprise version what it imply, what updates/changes we have to do ?

Thank you by advance, for your feedback !
Regards

Configuration used:

  • n8n version: 1.58.1
  • Database (default: SQLite): postgres
  • n8n EXECUTIONS_PROCESS setting (default: own, main): main
  • Running n8n via (Docker, npm, n8n cloud, desktop app): Docker
  • Operating system: Linux
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It looks like your topic is missing some important information. Could you provide the following if applicable.

  • n8n version:
  • Database (default: SQLite):
  • n8n EXECUTIONS_PROCESS setting (default: own, main):
  • Running n8n via (Docker, npm, n8n cloud, desktop app):
  • Operating system:
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Hi,
We are also considering to start with n8n community version and have the same question if it is possible to upgrade from community to enterprise after a while. and what should we expect in that case.

Will there be an answer to Kant question?
Thanks a lot.

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Hi guys,

If you’re already self-hosted, it’s very simple to apply the Enterprise license. Basically, you will get a key from us, that you can activate in your instance and the features will automatically be applied.

If you’re currently on the registered community license, we would expire it and issue a new Enterprise license.

Please get in touch with our sales team for a quote for your specific needs - Enterprise Enquiry

Our Enterprise features are listed here:

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Hi there,

I’m seriously considering implementing n8n at the company I work for. However, after reviewing the licensing terms, I have a feeling we may need an Enterprise license for the way we intend to use it.

We’re a small MSP, and my goal is to use n8n to build automations not just within our internal environment, but also in ways that interact with our clients’ systems. For example, when we receive a request through our PSA to create a new Microsoft 365 user, n8n would automatically trigger the corresponding workflow. Initially, this would involve connecting with 2–4 client environments.

Given that these automations would interact directly with our clients’ infrastructure, I’m concerned that using the community version might violate the license terms. I could be mistaken, so I’d really appreciate it if someone from your sales team could confirm what’s permitted in this scenario.

I submitted the online form to reach out to the sales team last week, but I haven’t heard back yet—so I’m following up here in case this channel is more active.

I also noticed that the Enterprise license appears to start at €10,000, which might unfortunately be out of reach for us—but again, I’d love to confirm the details before making any decisions.

Thanks in advance!

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