Free Chrome Extension

n8n Boy — AI Workflow Builder for n8n

n8n Boy lives inside your n8n editor and turns written prompts into ready-to-run workflows. Generate nodes, transform data, and document automations without dragging anything on the canvas. Bring your own OpenAI or Gemini key, keep everything local, and stay in control of your n8n cloud or self-hosted instance.

100% Free download
AI node, data & doc generation
Works with OpenAI & Gemini keys

Download & Quick Facts

Looking for the official n8n Boy Chrome extension download? Start here. Everything below comes straight from the public Chrome Web Store listing and the tool's creator, Ken Kai.

Works on Chromium browsers

Install it on Google Chrome, Arc, Brave, Vivaldi, and the latest Microsoft Edge as long as you can sign into the Chrome Web Store.

Self-hosted or Cloud n8n

n8n Boy attaches to whichever n8n editor tab you're in: n8n Cloud, desktop, Docker, or any self-hosted deployment.

BYO AI key

Uses your own OpenAI or Google Gemini API key. Usage is billed directly by the AI provider — the extension itself stays free.

Local storage only

The API key lives in your browser's extension storage. Prompts and workflow drafts stay inside your n8n instance.

No Windows .exe

There's no standalone installer or terminal EXE. n8n Boy only ships as a Chrome extension today.

How to Install & Use n8n Boy

Get started with n8n Boy in 3 simple steps - installation takes less than 5 minutes

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Step 1: Install Extension

Visit the Chrome Web Store and click "Add to Chrome". Pin the extension to your browser toolbar for easy access.

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Step 2: Configure API Key

Open your n8n editor and click the n8n Boy icon. Enter your OpenAI or Google Gemini API key. Don't worry - your key stays in your browser, never sent to third parties.

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Step 3: Start Building

Describe your workflow in plain English: "Create a workflow that sends Slack notifications when new Gmail emails arrive". Watch n8n Boy generate nodes automatically!

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Advanced: Screenshot Import

Have a workflow design on paper or in another tool? Take a screenshot and upload it to n8n Boy - it will reconstruct the entire workflow on your canvas.

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Optimize & Debug

Ask n8n Boy to add error handling, optimize node sequences, or explain how a workflow works. It acts as your AI pair programmer for automation.

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Core Capabilities of n8n Boy

Everything inside the extension is designed to move you from prompt to production in minutes. Use it as your AI co-pilot while you stay inside the native n8n canvas.

🤖 AI-Powered Node Generation

Describe triggers, APIs, and business rules in natural language. n8n Boy translates that text into nodes, variables, and credentials so you can skip manual configuration.

🔄 Complete Workflow Creation

Chain entire workflows with loops, branches, and filters through chat. Ask it to explain what was built and it will annotate each step as documentation.

🖼️ Screenshot-to-Workflow

Upload screenshots or whiteboard photos of an automation and have n8n Boy reconstruct the nodes directly on your board — perfect for tutorials or handoffs.

🔒 Privacy-Focused

Use your own OpenAI or Google Gemini API key. Keys and chat history stay inside the browser extension so your data never leaves your workspace.

See n8n Boy in Action

Watch how the n8n Boy extension works inside the workflow editor

Need help implementing what you saw? Talk to our experts →

Sample Prompts & Tutorials

Searching for an n8n Boy tutorial? Start with these real prompts, then dive into community walkthroughs that mirror the Chrome extension UI.

Prompt Ideas

  • "Generate a workflow that turns every new Typeform response into a ClickUp task and sends a Slack summary."
  • "Build a monitoring workflow that retries a failed HTTP request three times and alerts me on Telegram."
  • "Create an automation that enriches leads via Clearbit, updates HubSpot, and emails my AE list."
  • "Draft a tutorial-style snippet that documents each node with inline comments."

Tutorial Links

Watch Ken Kai's official video, browse Reddit discussions, or read detailed docs to keep learning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is n8n Boy and how does it work?

It's a lightweight Chrome extension by Ken Kai that embeds a chat window inside the official n8n editor. You type what you want to automate, the AI proposes nodes, and it writes the configuration directly into your canvas.

Is n8n Boy really free?

Yes. The Chrome extension costs $0 to install. You only pay OpenAI or Google for the tokens used through your personal API key.

Which browsers and AI models are supported?

Any Chromium browser that can access the Chrome Web Store (Chrome, Brave, Arc, Edge) works. For models, it currently supports OpenAI (GPT-4o, GPT-4, GPT-3.5) and Google Gemini 1.5 / Pro via your own API credentials.

Does n8n Boy store my API key or workflow data?

Your API key is saved inside Chrome extension storage on your device. Workflow drafts stay in the same browser tab as your n8n instance. Nothing is uploaded to Realn8nBoy or third-party servers.

Can I use it with self-hosted n8n or custom nodes?

Yes. If the browser tab is pointed at your self-hosted editor, the extension latches onto that session. It can reference any custom nodes already available in your instance.

Is there a Windows terminal / EXE version?

No. The only supported release is the Chrome extension. Use Microsoft Edge if you prefer a native Windows experience.

When should I involve Realn8nBoy experts?

Bring us in when you need production SLAs, custom integrations, governance, or debugging that stretches beyond AI suggestions. We specialize in hardening whatever n8n Boy generated so it survives enterprise workloads.

Helpful Resources

n8n Boy Extension

Download the Chrome extension:

Chrome Web Store →

n8n Boy Website

Visit the official n8n Boy site:

n8nboy.kenkais.com →

n8n Platform

Learn more about n8n automation:

n8n.io →

n8n Documentation

Official n8n docs and guides:

docs.n8n.io →

n8n Community Forum

Search for "n8n Boy" to see tips from other builders:

community.n8n.io →

Reddit Threads

Join the /r/n8n subreddit for user reviews and troubleshooting:

reddit.com/r/n8n →

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