How to Connect n8n to Asana

Connecting n8n to Asana enables you to automate your project management tasks, such as creating tasks, updating projects, and managing subtasks directly from your workflows. This tutorial will show you how to generate a Personal Access Token in Asana and use it to connect the n8n Asana node.

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Prerequisites

• An n8n workflow.
• An Asana account with access to a workspace and projects.

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Step 1: Generate an Asana Personal Access Token

To allow n8n to access your Asana account, you need to create a Personal Access Token (PAT).

1. Log in to your Asana account.
2. Navigate to the Asana Developer Console.
3. Go to the "Personal access tokens" tab.
4. Click "+ Create new token".
5. Give your token a descriptive name, such as n8n Asana Setup.
6. Agree to the API terms and conditions.
7. Click "Create token".
8. Asana will generate and display your token. Copy it immediately, as you will not be able to see it again.

⚠️ Important: Treat this Personal Access Token like a password. Do not share it publicly, as it provides full access to your Asana account.

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Step 2: Configure the Asana Node in n8n

Now, let's add the Asana node to your workflow and configure the connection.

1. In your n8n workflow, add a new Asana node.
2. Select an "Operation," for example, "Create a Task".
3. In the "Credential" field, select "Create New".
4. The authentication method is "Access Token".
5. A dialog will appear asking for the "Personal Access Token". Paste the token you copied from the Asana Developer Console.
6. Click "Save". You should see a message indicating the connection was successful, and the fields in the node (like "Workspace") should now populate with data from your Asana account.

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Step 3: Test the Asana Connection

With the credential configured, you can test the connection by creating a new task.

1. In the Asana node settings:
   • Workspace: Select your Asana workspace from the dropdown list.
   • Project: Choose the project where you want to add the task.
   • Name: Enter a name for the task, for example, Testing n8n Integration.
   • You can also set other fields, such as "Completed" status or add notes.
2. Click "Execute Node".

If the setup is correct, the workflow will execute successfully. Go to your Asana project, and you will see the new task you just created via n8n. You have now successfully connected n8n to Asana and can begin automating your project management workflows.