n8n V2 Upgrade: What You Must Check First!

n8n Version 2 is officially here — and this is the biggest shift the platform has made in the last two years. This update isn’t just a visual refresh. n8n V2 introduces auto-save, a redesigned UI & UX, enterprise-grade security changes, major performance improvements, and a much more solid foundation moving forward. But here’s the part most people miss 👇 Some workflows can break if you upgrade without knowing what changed under the hood. In this video, I’ll walk you through: • What’s actually new in n8n V2 • What changed behind the scenes • The 3 critical things you must check before upgrading • And how to upgrade the smart way, without risking your automations or client systems If you’re using n8n seriously — for production workflows, client work, or business-critical automation — this is a video you should not skip. ❓ Do you need to upgrade immediately? I answer that question strategically, not emotionally — and I’ll explain exactly why timing matters. This channel isn’t about theory or hype. It’s about real systems, real builds, and practical automation strategies you can apply immediately. If you care about working smarter — not harder — you’re in the right place. 👉 Subscribe if you want deep dives into n8n, automation, and AI systems that actually work. ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 — n8n V2 is officially here 0:14 — Why this is the biggest n8n update in 2 years 00:42 — Security changes you can’t ignore 01:03 — New UI & UX overview 01:14 — Auto-Save 01:25 — Performance & architecture improvements 2:01 — ⚠️ WARNING: 3 things to check before upgrading 2:09 — 2nd Thing: Code nodes & credentials 2:23 — 1st Thing: Sub-workflows & wait nodes 2:36 — 3rd Thing: Database compatibility changes 2:49 — How to upgrade to n8n V2 the smart way 3:25 — Final thoughts & what to do next