This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Stopanderror Stickynote Create Webhook 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:
   Automating Ko-fi Webhooks with n8n: Donations, Subscriptions, and Shop Orders
   
   Meta Description:
   Learn how to automate and process Ko-fi webhooks using n8n. This guide walks through a no-code workflow that handles donations, subscriptions, and shop orders with verification and categorization.
   
   Keywords:
   n8n, Ko-fi webhooks, automation, no-code tools, Ko-fi integration, workflow automation, Ko-fi donations, Ko-fi subscriptions, Ko-fi shop orders, webhook automation, Ko-fi API, payment automation
   
   Third-Party APIs Used:
   - Ko-fi Webhook API
   
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   Article:
   
   Automating Ko-fi Webhooks with n8n: Donations, Subscriptions, and Shop Orders
   
   In the world of content creation and online patronage, platforms like Ko-fi allow creators to receive support in the form of donations, recurring memberships, and even shop orders. While Ko-fi is simple and intuitive for supporters, managing and organizing incoming support manually can become tedious for creators. That’s where automation steps in.
   
   In this article, we'll explore a fully functional no-code workflow using n8n to automate the handling of Ko-fi payment webhooks. Whether you're receiving a donation, gaining a new subscriber, or selling items through your Ko-fi shop, this workflow takes care of it all — organizing the data, validating requests with a verification token, and allowing further automation or reporting.
   
   Let’s break it down step by step.
   
   🧩 What This Workflow Does
   
   At a high level, this n8n workflow:
   
   1. Receives incoming POST webhook requests from Ko-fi.
   2. Verifies the payload authenticity using a verification token.
   3. Parses the payload and determines the type of support (Donation, Subscription, or Shop Order).
   4. Routes the parsed data to different branches based on support type.
   5. Prepares useful data for further processing — like sending notifications, triggering CRM updates, or storing in a database.
   
   📦 The Components of the Workflow
   
   1. Webhook Node
   
   It starts with a Webhook node that listens for incoming POST requests from Ko-fi. This is the public-facing entry point that Ko-fi calls when a payment is made.
   
   2. Prepare Node
   
   Next, a Set node named "Prepare" extracts the payload data and sets a static verification token (which you retrieve from your Ko-fi webhook settings). This token ensures that only legitimate webhooks are processed.
   
   3. Check Token
   
   An IF node compares the incoming webhook’s token with the preset token. If the tokens don’t match, the workflow triggers an error response (“Invalid verification token”) via a Stop and Error node. This is essential for protecting against unauthorized requests.
   
   4. Determine Payment Type
   
   Once verified, a Switch node named "Check type" inspects the payload’s type field to determine whether the payment was a:
   
   - One-time Donation
   - Monthly Subscription
   - Shop Order
   
   5. Data Processing by Type
   
   For each payment type, a separate Set node is used to extract and structure relevant data appropriately:
   
   - 🪙 Donation Node: Captures info like donor name, message, amount, email, and timestamp.
   - 🎁 Subscription Node: In addition to basics, it captures subscription tier and whether this is the first subscription payment.
   - 🛍 Shop Order Node: Gathers details of the buyer and the purchased items in array format.
   
   6. First-Time Subscriber Check
   
   For Subscriptions, another IF node checks if the transaction is the supporter’s first subscription payment. This can optionally trigger a special "welcome" automation or alerts.
   
   📄 Setup Guide
   
   Want to replicate this workflow yourself? Here’s how to get started:
   
   Step 1: Grab Your Webhook URL
   
   In the "Webhook" node, you’ll find your uniquely generated webhook URL. Copy this.
   
   Step 2: Paste URL in Ko-fi Dashboard
   
   Head over to your Ko-fi Webhooks settings page (https://ko-fi.com/manage/webhooks), and paste the webhook URL. Choose the types of events you’d like to receive.
   
   Step 3: Set the Verification Token
   
   Under “Advanced” in the same Ko-fi settings page, you’ll find a verification token. Copy and paste this into the “Prepare” node in n8n.
   
   Step 4: Enable Your Workflow
   
   Activate the workflow and optionally send a test webhook from the Ko-fi settings page to ensure everything works as expected.
   
   🌟 Why This Is Powerful
   
   This workflow eliminates manual data entry and boosts reliability across your Ko-fi operation. Here are a few practical extensions you might plug in after the Set nodes:
   
   - Send thank-you emails or DMs via Gmail, Telegram, or Discord
   - Record data into Google Sheets or Airtable
   - Trigger webhooks to tools like Zapier, Integromat, or other n8n workflows
   - Update your CRM or email marketing platform with new subscriber info
   
   🎉 Bonus: Public Template
   
   This workflow was designed and shared by Audun (aka xqus), who specializes in n8n automation. Check out his work at www.xqus.com or support him via Ko-fi at https://ko-fi.com/xquscom.
   
   🧠 Final Thoughts
   
   With this n8n automation in place, you can focus on creating valuable content or products — while your backend operations hum along quietly in the background. Customizing this workflow further is easy, thanks to n8n’s visual interface and extensive node support.
   
   Whether you're a seasoned automation enthusiast or just starting to explore no-code solutions, this template is an excellent starting point for connecting Ko-fi with your workflow ecosystem.
   
   Happy automating! 🚀

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.