Describe the problem/error/question I have a self hosted instance of n8n installed via npm. After updating from 1.29.1, I enter my credentials in the login screen and it looks like I am being logged in but I get a 401 error from all of the REST backend calls. I think the problem happens during the l…

Hey @tmorello , The below should be what you are after. [image] Problem setting up Owner 401 Questions Are you accessing your n8n instance over HTTP or HTTPS? If you are using HTTP you may see this issue and it would be worth trying to set the N8N_SECURE_COOKIE env option…

Issues logging in after v1.29.1 on self hosted instance

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Jon March 18, 2024, 1:34pm 2

Hey @tmorello,

The below should be what you are after.

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Issues logging in after v1.29.1 on self hosted instance

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