Actions39
- Client Actions
- Client Contact Actions
- Invoice Actions
- Order Actions
- Account Actions
- Service Actions
- Domain Actions
Overview
The HostBill node for n8n allows you to interact with the HostBill API, specifically to retrieve information about a client using their unique Client ID. This is useful in automation scenarios where you need to fetch client details as part of a workflow, such as enriching data, validating client existence, or integrating with other systems.
Example use cases:
- Automatically retrieving client details when processing support tickets.
- Validating client information before creating invoices or orders.
- Syncing client data between HostBill and other platforms.
Properties
| Name | Type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Client ID | Number | The unique identifier of the client whose information you want to fetch. |
Output
The node outputs a JSON object (or an array of objects) containing the details of the requested client. The exact structure depends on the HostBill API response, but typically includes fields such as client name, contact information, status, and other relevant attributes.
If an error occurs and "Continue On Fail" is enabled, the output will include an error field with the error message.
Dependencies
- External Service: Requires access to a HostBill instance with API enabled.
- API Credentials: You must configure valid HostBill API credentials in n8n under the credential type
hostBillApi. - n8n Configuration: No special environment variables are required beyond standard credential setup.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues:
- Invalid Credentials: If the provided API credentials are incorrect or lack permissions, authentication errors will occur.
- Client Not Found: Supplying a non-existent Client ID will result in an error from the API.
- Network Issues: Connectivity problems between n8n and HostBill can cause request failures.
Error Messages:
"Invalid credentials": Check your HostBill API key and permissions."Client not found": Verify that the Client ID exists in your HostBill system."Request failed with status code XXX": Indicates a problem with the HostBill API endpoint or network connectivity.