n8n launches Nod, an open-source AI agent that works across apps and websites

n8n has introduced Nod, a free, open-source AI agent designed to complete tasks across desktop applications and websites, including services that lack traditional API integrations.
Released as a research preview by n8n Labs, Nod runs on macOS and Windows 11, operating through its own isolated computer environment and browser.
Unlike conventional chatbots that primarily provide instructions, Nod can navigate websites, complete forms, manage emails, retrieve invoices and cancel subscriptions on behalf of users.
The agent connects with services including Gmail, Google Calendar, Drive and Slack, while also supporting websites without dedicated integrations. Users can choose their preferred AI model provider.
Nod can also handle recurring tasks, such as monitoring prices or preparing daily briefings. Its local environment stores credentials and task history, with additional approval checks for sensitive actions.
The software is available under the Apache 2.0 license and operates independently of n8n's existing automation platform. Although the application is free, AI model usage may carry additional costs.
The launch reflects a broader shift in AI development toward agents capable of interacting directly with software interfaces rather than relying exclusively on APIs.
Nod remains an early research preview, and its reliability in complex real-world workflows has yet to be established.