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: Automate Saving Starred RSS Articles to Wallabag Using n8n
   
   Meta Description: Learn how to automate the process of saving your starred RSS articles from Tiny Tiny RSS (TTRSS) directly to Wallabag using a custom n8n workflow. A perfect self-hosted solution for content curation.
   
   Keywords: n8n workflow, RSS automation, Wallabag, Tiny Tiny RSS, TTRSS, starred articles, self-hosted, API automation, read-it-later automation, open source automation
   
   Third-Party APIs Used:
   
   - Wallabag API
   - Tiny Tiny RSS (TTRSS) API
   
   Article:
   
   If you're an RSS power user and frequently save articles for later reading, you're likely familiar with both Tiny Tiny RSS (TTRSS) and Wallabag. The former is a self-hosted web-based news feed (RSS/Atom) reader, while the latter is an open-source read-it-later application that allows you to save articles in a clean, reader-friendly format. But wouldn’t it be nice if these two tools worked together?
   
   This guide walks you through an n8n workflow that connects TTRSS with Wallabag, automatically sending your starred articles from TTRSS to your Wallabag account without lifting a finger.
   
   How It Works
   
   This n8n workflow automates the following process:
   
   - Authenticates with your TTRSS instance.
   - Retrieves a list of starred (favorited) articles.
   - Authenticates with your Wallabag instance.
   - Identifies newly starred articles (since the last check).
   - Sends those articles to Wallabag using its API.
   
   The workflow runs every 10 minutes using a Cron trigger but can also be executed manually.
   
   Let’s break down the key components of the workflow.
   
   1. Trigger Systems: Cron and Manual Execution
   
   The workflow provides two ways to trigger the automation:
   
   - Manual Trigger (On clicking 'execute'): Useful for testing or running on-demand.
   - Cron Node: Automatically triggers the workflow every 10 minutes, ensuring regular syncing of starred articles.
   
   2. Authenticate with TTRSS
   
   The process starts with the Auth TTRSS node. This HTTP Request node makes a POST request to the TTRSS API, logging in with your username and password. The API returns a session ID used for further requests.
   
   3. Fetch Starred Articles
   
   With your session ID in hand, the workflow proceeds to the Get starred articles node, which performs another POST request to the TTRSS API, specifically calling the getHeadLines operation for the “starred” feed (feed_id: -1). This fetches a list of your most recently starred articles.
   
   4. Authenticate with Wallabag
   
   Simultaneously, the Auth Wallabag node sends a POST request to the Wallabag OAuth token endpoint, using your client credentials, username, and password to retrieve an access token. This token is required for making authorized API requests to Wallabag.
   
   5. Merge and Filter Content
   
   A Merge node brings together the two streams of data (starred articles and Wallabag token), which are then passed to a Function node. This script compares the latest list of starred articles against a static variable that stores the ID of the last synced article.
   
   The goal is to prevent duplicate entries by stopping the workflow once it reaches an article that has already been processed. It creates a list of new articles only and includes corresponding metadata like tags and the Wallabag access token.
   
   6. IF Node: Should the Workflow Continue?
   
   The IF node checks whether there are any new articles by comparing the article ID with "NaN" (used as a fallback condition). If no new articles are found, the workflow ends with a NoOp (no operation) node.
   
   7. Posting to Wallabag
   
   If new articles exist, the HTTP Request node sends a POST request to Wallabag’s /api/entries.json endpoint for each new article. The body includes the article’s URL, and authentication is handled via a Bearer token in the header.
   
   Why Use This Workflow?
   
   - Save time: No need to manually copy/paste or use browser extensions; just star and go.
   - Clean design: Automatically archives articles in clean, reader-friendly format via Wallabag.
   - Self-hosted control: Both TTRSS and Wallabag can run on your own servers, meaning no reliance on third-party ecosystems.
   
   Customization Ideas
   
   You can further enhance this workflow by:
   
   - Adding a Telegram or email notification for each successful sync.
   - Tagging entries in Wallabag based on TTRSS categories.
   - Automatically un-starring articles in TTRSS after saving them to Wallabag.
   
   Wrap-Up
   
   This n8n automation is a game-changer for RSS enthusiasts who want a seamless way to preserve and read their favorite content. Leveraging two powerful open-source platforms, you can create a robust read-it-later pipeline that respects your data sovereignty and streamlines your content flow.
   
   With just a few nodes, this workflow demonstrates the power of n8n to bridge APIs, making your digital life more efficient, organized, and automated.
   
   Take back control of your reading list — one starred article at a time.

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.