Azure AI Search credentials
You can use these credentials to authenticate the following nodes:
Prerequisites
- An Azure subscription (opens in a new tab)
- An Azure AI Search service created in the Azure Portal (opens in a new tab)
Supported authentication methods
This node uses API key authentication.
Related resources
Refer to Azure AI Search documentation (opens in a new tab) for more information about the service.
Using API key
To configure this credential, you'll need:
- Endpoint: Your Azure AI Search service URL (format:
https://your-service.search.windows.net) - API Key: Admin key (read-write) or query key (read-only)
To get these values:
- Navigate to your Azure AI Search service in the Azure Portal (opens in a new tab)
- Copy the URL from the Overview section
- Go to Settings > Keys and copy:
- Admin key for full read-write access, or
- Query key for read-only querying
- Enter these values in n8n
API key permissions: Admin keys provide full access including index creation and deletion. Query keys provide read-only access. Choose based on your workflow requirements.
Troubleshooting
Authentication errors
API key authentication fails:
- Verify the API key is correct and hasn't been regenerated in Azure Portal
- Confirm you're using an admin key for write operations (insert/update)
- Check that the key hasn't expired or been rotated
Connection issues
- Verify endpoint URL format:
https://your-service.search.windows.net - Confirm your Azure AI Search service is running
- Check network security rules and firewall settings allow access from your n8n instance