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Confused about when to use an API, HTTP Request, or Webhook in n8n? You're not alone! Here's a quick breakdown 👇 🔌 API (Application Programming Interface) Think of it as a menu at a restaurant — it defines WHAT you can ask for and HOW. In n8n, when we say "use an API", we mean interacting with a service (like OpenAI or Notion) using its defined rules. 📡 HTTP Request Node This is the actual waiter in n8n — it's the tool you use to SEND that request to an API. GET, POST, PUT, DELETE — it's how your workflow talks to the outside world. 👉 Use it when n8n doesn't have a native node for the service you need. 🪝 Webhook A webhook is the reverse — instead of n8n asking for data, an EXTERNAL service pushes data TO your n8n workflow when something happens (e.g. a form is submitted, a payment is made). 👉 It's your workflow listening, not asking. ⚡ Quick Summary: • API = The rules of communication • HTTP Request = n8n sending a message • Webhook = n8n receiving a message Master these 3 concepts and you'll unlock 80% of what n8n can do! 🚀 Drop a 💬 if this helped or if you have questions!