This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Manual Medium Automation 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:
   Automate Your Medium Publications with n8n: A Simple Workflow
   
   Meta Description:
   Learn how to automate publishing posts to a Medium publication using n8n’s visual workflow builder. Save time, reduce manual work, and streamline your content distribution.
   
   Keywords:
   n8n workflow, Medium automation, publish to Medium, Medium API, no-code automation, Medium publication, content automation, API workflow, no-code tool, writing automation
   
   Third-Party APIs Used:
   - Medium API
   
   Article:
   
   Streamlining Content Publishing: Automate Your Medium Posts with n8n
   
   If you're a content creator or manage a blog regularly, you know the routine: spend hours crafting the perfect post, format everything just right, then manually upload it to your chosen publishing platform—such as Medium. These tasks, while necessary, can be repetitive and time-consuming. What if you could automate this process with just a click? Enter n8n, the powerful open-source workflow automation tool.
   
   This article will walk you through a simple n8n workflow designed specifically to publish a post automatically to a Medium publication. The automation is initiated manually through a trigger, minimizing the effort and letting you focus on what matters: creating content.
   
   What is n8n?
   
   n8n (short for “node everywhere”) is an extensible workflow automation platform that enables users to connect different apps and services using a visual interface. It allows non-developers to create powerful automation using no-code or low-code workflows. With compatibility for over 300 apps and services—ranging from Google Sheets and Slack to GitHub and Medium—it has become a popular solution among marketers, developers, and entrepreneurs.
   
   The Goal of the Workflow
   
   The workflow in question is straightforward but powerful: when you click ‘Execute’ in the n8n interface, it publishes a pre-written post to a designated Medium publication through the Medium API. This is useful for writers, content marketers, and bloggers who want to automate content distribution efficiently.
   
   Understanding the Workflow
   
   Let’s break down the structure of this n8n workflow.
   
   1. Manual Trigger (On clicking 'execute')
   The workflow starts with a manual trigger node labeled “On clicking 'execute'.” This node enables users to run the workflow manually—perfect for cases where you want to preview or control the timing of the post before it goes live. This is handy for writers who prefer publishing during optimal engagement hours or when synchronizing a release with other campaigns.
   
   2. Medium Node
   The trigger is directly connected to the “Medium” node, which handles the interaction with Medium’s API. This node has configurable parameters such as:
   
   - title: The title of the article
   - content: The body of the post (can include formatting, images, etc.)
   - contentFormat: Determines if the content is formatted in HTML or Markdown
   - publication: A boolean that indicates whether the post is meant for a publication
   - publicationId: A unique ID to specify which Medium publication to post to
   
   The Medium node uses authenticated credentials (Medium API) that allow secure interaction with your Medium account and its associated publications.
   
   How It Works in Practice
   
   When you click “Execute” in n8n:
   
   - The Manual Trigger wakes the workflow.
   - The Medium node picks up the content (title, body, and more).
   - The workflow sends the content to Medium via the API.
   - The article is then published either on your personal Medium profile or within a specific publication, depending on the configuration.
   
   This simple yet effective automation can save you considerable time, especially if you batch content or publish frequently.
   
   Requirements for This Workflow
   
   To make this automation work, you’ll need:
   
   - An n8n account (cloud or self-hosted instance)
   - A Medium account
   - A Medium publication where you’re a writer or editor
   - A valid Medium API token integrated into n8n as credentials
   
   Adding Flexibility
   
   Though the workflow described is minimal—a single trigger and a publishing node—it’s easy to expand its functionality:
   
   - Add a “Set” node before the Medium node to dynamically define title, content, format, or tags.
   - Add a Google Docs or Notion integration to pull drafts directly.
   - Use scheduling nodes to automate regular posting (e.g., every Monday at 10 AM).
   - Trigger posting upon file upload or Jira ticket completion.
   
   Conclusion
   
   Automating the content publishing process to Medium using n8n isn't just a time saver—it’s a game changer for content teams and individual bloggers alike. With a single click, you can launch your next big story into the world, all while focusing more on crafting your message and less on managing tools.
   
   Whether you're looking to publish on your own profile or as part of a larger publication, this n8n workflow gives you the control, consistency, and convenience you've been looking for.
   
   Explore n8n today and turn your content routine into an automated powerhouse.
   
   —  
   Written by your AI assistant, helping you work smarter with automation.

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.