N8n installation for local version

[Samiryan]

Hello. I’m trying to install n8n on my computer but there is always something wrong showing in the terminal : Can I get some help please ?

[Miquel_Colomer]

Hi @Samiryan,

I’m sorry to hear you’re encountering issues while installing n8n on your computer. To assist you effectively, could you please provide more details about the errors you’re experiencing? Additionally, knowing your operating system and the installation method you’re using (e.g., npm, Docker) would be helpful.

In the meantime, here are some general steps to guide you through the installation process:

1. Install Node.js and npm:

• Ensure you have Node.js installed on your system, which includes npm (Node Package Manager).

2. Install n8n Globally:

• Open your terminal or command prompt.
• Run the command:

  npm install -g n8n
  

• This command installs n8n globally on your system.

3. Start n8n:

• After installation, start n8n by running:

  n8n
  

• This should launch n8n, and you can access its interface by navigating to http://localhost:5678 in your web browser.

If you encounter any errors during these steps, please share the exact error messages. This information will help in diagnosing the issue more accurately.

For comprehensive guidance, you can refer to the n8n installation documentation, which provides detailed instructions and troubleshooting tips.

Feel free to provide more details about the issues you’re facing, and I’ll be glad to assist you further.