This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Manual Rssfeedread Automate Triggered n8n agent. It connects HTTP Request, Webhook across approximately 1 node(s). Expect a Intermediate setup in 15-45 minutes. One‑time purchase: €29.

What This Agent Does

This agent orchestrates a reliable automation between HTTP Request, Webhook, handling triggers, data enrichment, and delivery with guardrails for errors and rate limits.

It streamlines multi‑step processes that would otherwise require manual exports, spreadsheet cleanup, and repeated API requests. By centralizing logic in n8n, it reduces context switching, lowers error rates, and ensures consistent results across teams.

Typical outcomes include faster lead handoffs, automated notifications, accurate data synchronization, and better visibility via execution logs and optional Slack/Email alerts.

How It Works

The workflow uses standard n8n building blocks like Webhook or Schedule triggers, HTTP Request for API calls, and control nodes (IF, Merge, Set) to validate inputs, branch on conditions, and format outputs. Retries and timeouts improve resilience, while credentials keep secrets safe.

Third‑Party Integrations

• HTTP Request
• Webhook

Import and Use in n8n

1. Open n8n and create a new workflow or collection.
2. Choose Import from File or Paste JSON.
3. Paste the JSON below, then click Import.
4. Show n8n JSON

   Title:  
   How to Read RSS Feeds Automatically with n8n: A Simple Two-Step Workflow
   
   Meta Description:  
   Learn how to build a simple n8n workflow to fetch blog updates from an RSS feed using a manual trigger and the built-in RSS Feed Read node. Ideal for beginners exploring automation.
   
   Keywords:  
   n8n workflow, RSS feed automation, RSS reader, RSS integration, no-code automation, beginner n8n tutorial, fetch blog updates, failedmachine.com RSS, manual trigger n8n
   
   Third-Party APIs Used:  
   - RSS Feed: https://failedmachine.com/rss/  
   (Note: The workflow uses the RSS feed as an external data source, but no additional third-party APIs are required.)
   
   Article:
   
   Automate Your Blog Monitoring with a Simple n8n RSS Workflow
   
   If you’ve ever wished you could automatically keep tabs on your favorite blog without checking it manually, n8n offers an intuitive way to automate that with just a few simple steps. In this guide, we’ll walk you through a basic yet highly useful workflow built using n8n—an open-source workflow automation tool—that allows you to fetch new posts from a blog via its RSS feed.
   
   This tutorial is particularly suited for beginners who are just starting to explore the power of automation in their digital workflows. The specific example features the blog "Failed Machine," whose RSS feed we’ll use to demonstrate the concept.
   
   Understanding the Workflow
   
   At its core, this n8n workflow consists of two nodes:
   
   1. A Manual Trigger Node
   2. An RSS Feed Read Node
   
   Here’s a breakdown of how each component works and what it does.
   
   1. Manual Trigger Node ("On clicking 'execute'")
   
   The first part of the workflow is the Manual Trigger node, labeled here as “On clicking 'execute’.” This node allows a user to manually start the workflow from within the n8n editor interface. It's ideal for testing or one-off checks when you don’t want the workflow to run on a schedule.
   
   While manual triggers are incredibly useful during workflow development, you can later replace or supplement them with time-based or event-driven triggers—for example, a Cron node if you want to fetch updates every hour or day.
   
   2. RSS Feed Read Node
   
   The second node in the workflow is the RSS Feed Read node. This built-in n8n node allows you to pull in the latest entries from any standard RSS or Atom feed URL. In our example, it fetches posts from:
   
   https://failedmachine.com/rss/
   
   When the workflow is executed, the RSS Feed Read node fetches the most recent entries from the feed and passes them downward in the workflow for further processing—whether that’s storing them in a database, forwarding them via email, or posting them into Slack.
   
   In this simplified version, the output is returned as raw data for examination in the n8n editor. However, it’s easy to expand on this by connecting additional nodes, such as:
   
   - An Email node (e.g., to notify subscribers)
   - A Webhook (to expose the data to external apps)
   - A Google Sheets node (to log post titles and publication dates)
   
   Why Use RSS in Automation?
   
   RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is an excellent tool for staying up to date on blog content, podcasts, YouTube channels, and more. By combining RSS with automation tools like n8n, you free yourself from repetitive tasks and ensure that updates are never missed.
   
   In business or content marketing contexts, this can mean automatically monitoring industry blogs, competitor updates, or integrating new content directly into your content queue. For personal use, it’s a great way to track your favorite blogs in a centralized or programmatic way.
   
   How to Expand This Workflow
   
   While the current setup is ideal for getting started, you can easily build upon this workflow by adding more functionality. Here are a few popular enhancements:
   
   - Add a Cron Node: Replace the manual trigger with a scheduled Cron node to check the RSS feed every hour or day.
   - Filter New Posts: Use an IF node to evaluate publication dates and only process articles published since the workflow’s last run.
   - Notify Yourself: Send each new post via email, Telegram, Slack, or Discord.
   - Store Posts: Insert blog data into Airtable, Notion, or Google Sheets for archiving and future reference.
   
   Conclusion
   
   With just two nodes—Manual Trigger and RSS Feed Read—you can build an efficient automation in n8n that fetches blog updates on demand. This basic foundation lays the groundwork for more complex workflows you may want to build later, turning n8n into your personal digital assistant.
   
   If you're new to n8n, this is a perfect starting point. From here, you can experiment with different triggers, destinations, and filters to tailor your automation to your needs. Whether for work or personal content tracking, the possibilities are endless.
   
   Stay ahead of the curve—automate your content monitoring today.

5. Set credentials for each API node (keys, OAuth) in Credentials.
6. Run a test via Execute Workflow. Inspect Run Data, then adjust parameters.
7. Enable the workflow to run on schedule, webhook, or triggers as configured.

Tips: keep secrets in credentials, add retries and timeouts on HTTP nodes, implement error notifications, and paginate large API fetches.

Validation: use IF/Code nodes to sanitize inputs and guard against empty payloads.

Why Automate This with AI Agents

AI‑assisted automations offload repetitive, error‑prone tasks to a predictable workflow. Instead of manual copy‑paste and ad‑hoc scripts, your team gets a governed pipeline with versioned state, auditability, and observable runs.

n8n’s node graph makes data flow transparent while AI‑powered enrichment (classification, extraction, summarization) boosts throughput and consistency. Teams reclaim time, reduce operational costs, and standardize best practices without sacrificing flexibility.

Compared to one‑off integrations, an AI agent is easier to extend: swap APIs, add filters, or bolt on notifications without rewriting everything. You get reliability, control, and a faster path from idea to production.

Best Practices

• Credentials: restrict scopes and rotate tokens regularly.
• Resilience: configure retries, timeouts, and backoff for API nodes.
• Data Quality: validate inputs; normalize fields early to reduce downstream branching.
• Performance: batch records and paginate for large datasets.
• Observability: add failure alerts (Email/Slack) and persistent logs for auditing.
• Security: avoid sensitive data in logs; use environment variables and n8n credentials.

FAQs

Can I swap integrations later? Yes. Replace or add nodes and re‑map fields without rebuilding the whole flow.

How do I monitor failures? Use Execution logs and add notifications on the Error Trigger path.

Does it scale? Use queues, batching, and sub‑workflows to split responsibilities and control load.

Is my data safe? Keep secrets in Credentials, restrict token scopes, and review access logs.