Directus (DrWade)Install

Overview

The Directus (DrWade) n8n node for the resource Authentication and operation Reset Password allows you to reset a user's password in a Directus instance using a one-time JWT token. This is typically used as part of a password recovery or reset workflow, where a user has requested a password reset and received a token via email.

Common scenarios:

• Automating password reset flows for users who have forgotten their passwords.
• Integrating Directus authentication with custom user management or support systems.
• Building self-service password reset features in customer portals.

Practical example:
A user requests a password reset on your website. Your system sends them an email with a reset link containing a JWT token. The user clicks the link, enters a new password, and this node is triggered to update their password in Directus using the provided token and new password.

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Properties

Name	Type	Meaning
Token	String	One-time use JWT token that verifies the user. Required for resetting the password.
Password	String	The new password to set for the user.
JSON/RAW Parameters	Boolean	If true, allows passing all body parameters as raw JSON; otherwise, uses individual fields.
Body Parameters	JSON	(Used only if "JSON/RAW Parameters" is true) Raw JSON object with body parameters for the request.

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Output

• The output will be a single item with a json field containing the response from the Directus API.
• The structure of the json field depends on the Directus API's response for the password reset endpoint (auth/password/reset). Typically, it may include status information or confirmation of the password reset.
• Example output:

  {
    "json": {
      // Directus API response, e.g.,
      "data": { /* ... */ }
    }
  }
  

• No binary data is produced by this operation.

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Dependencies

• External Service: Requires access to a running Directus instance.
• API Credentials: Needs valid Directus API credentials configured in n8n under the name directusApi.
• Environment: The Directus instance must have password reset functionality enabled and properly configured (e.g., email sending).

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Troubleshooting

Common issues:

• Invalid or expired token: If the JWT token is invalid or has expired, the API will reject the request. Ensure the token is current and matches what was sent to the user.
• Weak password: If the new password does not meet Directus's password policy, the API may return an error.
• Missing required fields: Both "Token" and "Password" are required unless using raw JSON mode.

Error messages and resolutions:

• "Token is invalid or expired": Obtain a fresh reset token and try again.
• "Password does not meet requirements": Use a stronger password that meets Directus's policy.
• "Missing required parameter": Ensure all required fields are filled or correctly structured in the JSON body.

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Links and References

• Directus Authentication API Documentation
• Directus Password Reset Flow
• n8n Documentation: Using Credentials