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Overview

This node integrates with the Namecheap API to manage user accounts among other resources. Specifically, for the User - Create operation, it allows creating a new user account on the Namecheap platform by providing essential user details such as username, first name, last name, email, and password.

Common scenarios where this node is beneficial include automating user onboarding processes, integrating Namecheap user management into broader workflows, or bulk-creating users programmatically without manual intervention.

For example, an IT administrator could use this node in an automation workflow to create multiple Namecheap user accounts from a CSV file containing user details, streamlining account provisioning.

Properties

Name Meaning
Username The desired username for the new Namecheap user account.
First Name The first name of the user being created.
Last Name The last name of the user being created.
Email The email address associated with the new user account.
Password The password for the new account; must be at least 8 characters long.

Output

The node outputs a JSON object for each input item processed, structured as follows:

{
  "success": true,
  "data": { /* response data from the Namecheap API for the created user */ }
}
  • success: A boolean indicating whether the operation was successful.
  • data: Contains the detailed response from the Namecheap API related to the newly created user account.

If the operation fails and the node is configured to continue on failure, the output will instead contain:

{
  "success": false,
  "error": "Error message describing what went wrong"
}

No binary data output is produced by this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an active connection to the Namecheap API via an API key credential configured in n8n.
  • The node depends on the Namecheap API service being available and accessible.
  • Proper permissions on the API key are necessary to create user accounts.

Troubleshooting

  • Common Issues:

    • Invalid or missing required fields (e.g., username, email, password) will cause the API call to fail.
    • Passwords shorter than 8 characters may be rejected by the API.
    • Network connectivity issues or incorrect API credentials can lead to authentication errors.
    • Attempting to create a user with a username or email that already exists may result in an error.

  • Error Messages:

    • "The operation "create" is not known for resource "user"!" — indicates a misconfiguration in the operation parameter.
    • API errors returned from Namecheap will be passed through in the error field when continuing on failure.

  • Resolution Tips:

    • Ensure all required properties are provided and valid.
    • Verify API credentials and network connectivity.
    • Check for uniqueness of username and email before attempting creation.
    • Use the node's "continue on fail" option to handle errors gracefully in batch operations.

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