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# Self-hosting n8n

This section provides guidance on setting up n8n for both the Enterprise and Community self-hosted editions.

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- __Installation and server setups__

	Install n8n on any platform using npm or Docker. Or follow our guides to popular hosting platforms.

	[:octicons-arrow-right-24: Docker installation guide](/hosting/installation/docker/)

- __Configuration__

	Learn how to configure n8n with environment variables.

	[:octicons-arrow-right-24: Configuration](/hosting/configuration/configuration-methods/)

- __Users and authentication__

	Choose and set up user authentication for your n8n instance.

	[:octicons-arrow-right-24: Authentication](/hosting/configuration/user-management-self-hosted/)

- __Scaling__

	Manage data, modes, and processes to keep n8n running smoothly at scale.

	[:octicons-arrow-right-24: Scaling](/hosting/scaling/queue-mode/)

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