| /// note | Self-hosting knowledge prerequisites | |
| Self-hosting n8n requires technical knowledge, including: | |
| * Setting up and configuring servers and containers | |
| * Managing application resources and scaling | |
| * Securing servers and applications | |
| * Configuring n8n | |
| n8n recommends self-hosting for expert users. Mistakes can lead to data loss, security issues, and downtime. If you aren't experienced at managing servers, n8n recommends [n8n Cloud](https://n8n.io/cloud/){:target=_blank .external-link}. | |
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