This workflow corresponds to n8n.io template #3096 — we link there as the canonical source.
This workflow follows the GitHub → HTTP Request recipe pattern — see all workflows that pair these two integrations.
The workflow JSON
Copy or download the full n8n JSON below. Paste it into a new n8n workflow, add your credentials, activate. Full import guide →
Credentials you'll need
Each integration node will prompt for credentials when you import. We strip credential IDs before publishing — you'll add your own.
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About this workflow
This workflow restores all n8n instance workflows from GitHub backups using the n8n API node. It complements the Backup Your Workflows to GitHub template by allowing users to seamlessly restore previously saved workflows.
Source: https://n8n.io/workflows/3096/ — original creator credit. Request a take-down →
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Remixed Backup your workflows to GitHub from Solomon's work. Check out his templates.
This workflow provides everything you need to package and deploy multiple workflows from a single workflow you distribute.
Say goodbye to messy JSON exports. Treat your n8n automations like real software with a built-in CI/CD pipeline.
Based on Jonathan & Solomon work.