This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Manual Http Automation 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:  
   Connecting Bubble’s API to n8n: A Simple Workflow to Fetch User Data
   
   Meta Description:  
   Learn how to connect Bubble’s API with n8n using a simple HTTP request workflow. This step-by-step guide demonstrates how to retrieve user data from a Bubble app using API authentication in n8n.
   
   Keywords:  
   n8n tutorial, Bubble API, n8n Bubble integration, Bubble API authentication, API workflow in n8n, HTTP request node, No-code automation, Bubble app data access
   
   Third-party APIs Used:  
   - Bubble API (https://bubble.io)
   
   Article:
   
   Integrating Bubble with n8n: Simplifying Data Access through Automation
   
   If you're using Bubble, the popular no-code development platform, you may eventually need to access your app’s data programmatically—perhaps to trigger a workflow, aggregate data externally, or automate repetitive tasks. That’s where tools like n8n come into play. n8n is an extendable workflow automation tool that helps connect different web services with ease and flexibility.
   
   In this article, we explore a simple yet effective n8n workflow named “Bubble Data Access.” This workflow demonstrates how to retrieve user data directly from a Bubble application using the HTTP Request node and secure authentication through custom headers.
   
   Understanding the Workflow Structure
   
   The workflow consists of just two nodes:
   1. Manual Trigger Node ("On clicking 'execute'")
   2. HTTP Request Node (to send a GET request to Bubble’s API endpoint)
   
   Let’s break down each component and understand how they work together.
   
   1. Manual Trigger Node
   
   The starting point of this workflow is a "Manual Trigger." In n8n, a manual trigger allows a workflow to be executed interactively—typically used during testing or development. When running the workflow in the n8n editor, clicking the “Execute Workflow” button will initiate the process.
   
   In this case, the manual trigger doesn't have any parameters and serves solely as a launch point for the HTTP request.
   
   2. HTTP Request Node
   
   Connected to the trigger node is the "HTTP Request" node, responsible for making an external API call to Bubble. Here's how it's configured:
   
   - URL: https://n8n-lessons.bubbleapps.io/version-test/api/1.1/obj/user  
     This endpoint accesses a list of user objects in a test version of a Bubble application hosted at n8n-lessons.bubbleapps.io.
   
   - HTTP Method: GET (default method)
     Since we're only fetching user data, a GET request is appropriate.
   
   - Authentication: Header Authentication  
     Bubble’s API uses token-based authentication, which means you need to pass an API token in the request header. In this workflow, authentication is seamlessly managed through the “httpHeaderAuth” credentials stored securely in n8n under the name "Bubble n8n Lessons Token".
   
     This ensures that anyone executing the workflow doesn't need to hard-code sensitive API keys into the request node.
   
   Security Notes:
   - All credentials used in the workflow are stored securely inside n8n’s credential management system.
   - You can rotate or revoke tokens from your Bubble app dashboard for added security.
   
   What Happens When You Execute the Workflow?
   
   Upon triggering the workflow manually:
   - n8n initiates the HTTP request to the Bubble API endpoint.
   - The request includes a valid authentication token passed via the request headers.
   - Bubble responds with a JSON payload containing user data from the app.
   
   The returned data can then be displayed inside the n8n editor or routed to additional nodes for further processing—such as storing into a Google Sheet, performing validations, or even sending notifications.
   
   Practical Use Cases
   
   This base workflow can serve as the foundation for a variety of real-world scenarios:
   - Syncing Bubble user data with external databases
   - Sending user data to CRMs like HubSpot or Salesforce
   - Triggering email campaigns based on user activity in your app
   - Validating data pipelines for no-code platforms
   
   Enhancing the Workflow
   
   Once the basic integration is in place, there are many ways to expand its functionality:
   - Add filters to retrieve users based on conditions (via Bubble API constraints)
   - Use Loop or SplitInBatches nodes to handle large datasets
   - Automate execution with a Cron node instead of a manual trigger
   - Add error handling nodes or conditional logic to address failed API responses
   
   Conclusion
   
   Integrating Bubble’s API with n8n is not only possible but surprisingly simple. With just a couple of nodes—a manual trigger and an authenticated HTTP request—you can start leveraging user data from your Bubble application in powerful, automated workflows.
   
   Whether you're enhancing customer engagement, streamlining operations, or building internal tools, this foundational workflow opens the door to a more automated and interconnected app ecosystem.
   
   Start small, scale wisely, and let workflows like this be the backbone of your no-code infrastructure.
   
   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.