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Written by Vangari Sai Sampath · Automation Specialist · Hyderabad, India  |  Reviewed June 2026

How to Connect n8n and MySQL

How to set up this integration (step-by-step)

1

Create a free Make.com account

Go to Make.com and sign up. The free plan includes 1,000 operations/month — enough for most automations.

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2

Connect n8n as the trigger

In Make.com, create a new scenario. Search for n8n and choose your trigger event (e.g. "New message", "New record", "New row").

3

Connect MySQL as the action

Add MySQL as the next module. Map the data fields from n8n to the corresponding fields in MySQL.

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Test and activate

Run a test with real data. Once it works, turn on the scenario. Make.com will run it automatically — no more manual work.

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About n8n and MySQL

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n8n

Self-Hosted Automation

n8n is the most powerful open-source workflow automation platform, combining 400+ app integrations with native AI agent support. Unlike Zapier or Make.com, n8n is self-hostable, giving you full control over your data. Its LangChain-based AI nodes let you build multi-step AI agent workflows that use local models (Ollama) or cloud APIs (Claude, Gemini, OpenAI) — making it the top choice for technical teams in 2026.

  • 400+ integrations including all major SaaS tools
  • Native AI agent nodes with LangChain support
  • Connect to Ollama, Claude, Gemini, and OpenAI
  • Self-hosted for full data privacy and control
  • Visual workflow builder with custom JavaScript/Python
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MySQL

Database

MySQL is the world's most popular open-source relational database, powering over half of all websites including Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Integrating MySQL with automation tools like Make.com, n8n, and Zapier allows teams to automatically sync CRM data, update records from form submissions, export database reports to Google Sheets, and trigger Slack notifications based on database changes.

  • World's most popular open-source database
  • Connects to Make.com, n8n, and Zapier natively
  • Sync with Google Sheets, HubSpot, and Salesforce
  • Trigger automations from database events
  • Widely supported by all hosting providers
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⚡ Why connect n8n + MySQL?

Connecting n8n and MySQL with Make.com eliminates the manual work of copying data between the two tools. Automate data syncing, trigger actions in MySQL when events happen in n8n, and build workflows that save your team hours every week — all without writing any code.

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n8n

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MySQL

Free & open source

The world's most popular database — integrate with any SaaS tool.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I connect n8n and MySQL?
Use Make.com to connect them without code. Sign up free, create a scenario with n8n as trigger and MySQL as action. Setup takes under 10 minutes.
Is this integration free?
Yes. Make.com's free plan includes 1,000 operations/month — enough for most small teams. No credit card required to start.
Do I need coding skills?
No. Make.com is a visual drag-and-drop builder. You connect modules by clicking, not writing code.
What can I automate between n8n and MySQL?
Connecting n8n and MySQL with Make.com eliminates the manual work of copying data between the two tools. Automate data syncing, trigger actions in MySQL when events happen in n8n, and build workflows that save your team hours every week — all without writing any code.
What is n8n used for?
n8n is the most powerful open-source workflow automation platform, combining 400+ app integrations with native AI agent support. Unlike Zapier or Make.com, n8n is self-hostable, giving you full control over your data. Its LangChain-based AI nodes let you build multi-step AI agent workflows that use local models (Ollama) or cloud APIs (Claude, Gemini, OpenAI) — making it the top choice for technical teams in 2026.
What is MySQL used for?
MySQL is the world's most popular open-source relational database, powering over half of all websites including Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Integrating MySQL with automation tools like Make.com, n8n, and Zapier allows teams to automatically sync CRM data, update records from form submissions, export database reports to Google Sheets, and trigger Slack notifications based on database changes.
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About the author — Vangari Sai Sampath · Automation & SaaS Specialist

Vangari Sai Sampath built Integration Directory to help businesses automate their SaaS workflows without writing code. Based in Hyderabad, India, he has hands-on experience with Make.com, Zapier, and 50+ tools covered in this directory, helping teams set up no-code automations that save hours every week.

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