> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.n8n.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.n8n.io/administer/readme.md).

# Administer

Administer n8n by controlling access, securing credentials, managing changes, and monitoring activity.

This section helps you run n8n securely and reliably as usage grows.

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### A typical administration workflow

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### Control access

Decide who can sign in, what they can do, and how work is organized. Start with [Manage users and access](/administer/manage-users-and-access.md).
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### Protect secrets

Store and share credentials safely. Use [Manage credentials](/administer/manage-credentials.md) to reduce secret sprawl.
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### Move changes safely

Use Git-backed workflows to promote changes between environments. See [Use source control and environments](/administer/use-source-control-and-environments.md).
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### Monitor activity

Track usage and send signals to your logging tools. Use [Observe and log](/administer/observe-and-log.md) to improve visibility.
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