OpenClaw — The AI That Actually Does Things
Formerly known as Moltbot / Clawdbot
OpenClaw is a self-hosted AI assistant for WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord & Slack. Run it on your Mac Mini, Windows, Linux, or a $5 VPS. Your assistant. Your machine. Your rules.
npm install -g openclaw@latestWhy OpenClaw?
AI That Works Your Way
100% Self-Hosted
Run on your Mac Mini, VPS, or home server. Your data never leaves your infrastructure.
Why OpenClaw? →Multi-Platform
WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack & more. One AI for all your channels.
Why OpenClaw? →Infinite Memory
Remembers everything. Context persists across days, months, years.
Why OpenClaw? →Extensible Skills
Add capabilities with simple Markdown files. No coding required.
Why OpenClaw? →Run Free with Ollama
$0 API costs. Run AI models locally with complete privacy.
Why OpenClaw? →Privacy First
All data stored locally in plain files. You own everything.
Why OpenClaw? →Key Highlights
Everything You Need
OpenClaw is packed with features that make it the most powerful personal AI assistant
Local-first Gateway
Single control plane for sessions, channels, tools, and events. Everything runs on your machine.
Multi-channel Inbox
WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord, Signal, iMessage, Mattermost, and WebChat - all in one place.
Multi-agent Routing
Route different channels to isolated agents. Create separate workspaces for work and personal use.
Voice Wake + Talk Mode
Always-on speech for macOS/iOS/Android with ElevenLabs integration. Just say the wake word.
Live Canvas
Agent-driven visual workspace. OpenClaw can render interactive UIs and dashboards for you.
First-class Tools
Browser automation, canvas rendering, cron jobs, and native Discord/Slack actions built-in.
Companion Apps
Native macOS menu bar app plus iOS/Android apps for on-the-go access to your assistant.
Onboarding Wizard
Step-by-step setup guide walks you through gateway, workspace, channels, and skills configuration.
See It In Action
Real Conversations with OpenClaw
Chat naturally from WhatsApp, Telegram, or any messaging app. OpenClaw understands context and gets things done.
Works With Everything
Connect to Your Favorite Tools
OpenClaw integrates with the messaging apps and services you already use
And 60+ more integrations
View All Integrations →Get Started
Choose Your Platform
Run OpenClaw on your Mac, a cheap VPS, or anywhere Docker works.
Flexible AI Backend
Choose Your AI Model
Use Claude, GPT-4, Gemini, or run completely free with Ollama.
Simple Configuration
Just JSON Files
OpenClaw stores all settings as plain JSON and Markdown files on your machine. No complex databases, no cloud sync required. Edit directly or use the config wizard.
- ✓Config file:
~/.openclaw/config.json - ✓Workspace:
~/openclaw/with skills, memories, notes - ✓Skills: Simple Markdown files in
~/openclaw/skills/ - ✓Memories: Daily notes auto-generated as Markdown
{
"agent": {
"model": "anthropic/claude-sonnet-4"
},
"channels": {
"whatsapp": {
"enabled": true,
"allowFrom": ["+1234567890"]
},
"telegram": {
"enabled": true,
"botToken": "your-bot-token"
}
},
"workspace": "~/openclaw"
}Best Practices
Tips for Success
Get the most out of OpenClaw with these proven strategies from power users.
Start with Telegram
Telegram is the easiest to set up - just create a bot via @BotFather and paste the token. Rich formatting, voice messages, and file sharing work out of the box.
Telegram Setup Guide →Build Memory Gradually
Share your preferences, projects, and important contacts over time. OpenClaw remembers everything and gets more helpful as it learns about you.
Learn About Memory →Set Up Morning Briefings
Configure proactive check-ins: "Every morning at 8 AM, send me my calendar, top priorities, and weather." Let OpenClaw come to you.
Cron Automation Guide →Create Custom Skills
Teach OpenClaw new tricks by creating skills - simple Markdown files that define specialized behaviors for your workflow.
Skills Documentation →Keep It Running 24/7
Deploy to a $5/month VPS or keep your Mac Mini always on. Use the health check endpoint and uptime monitoring to ensure reliability.
VPS Deployment Guide →Featured In
What the Press Says
MacStories
“OpenClaw Showed Me What the Future of Personal AI Assistants Looks Like”
— Federico Viticci
The Register
“The open-source AI assistant that's taking the developer world by storm”
— Security Desk
Dev Community
“From Clawdbot to OpenClaw: The Most Exciting AI Project of 2026”
— Tech Editorial
Testimonials
What People Are Saying
“OpenClaw is the ultimate expression of a new generation of malleable software that is personalized and adaptive. I get to choose what OpenClaw should be capable of, and I can always inspect what's going on behind the scenes.”
Federico Viticci
MacStories
“Everything Siri was supposed to be. And it goes so much further. I've automated my entire morning routine and it just works.”
@devlead
Software Engineer
“OpenClaw has shown me that we've barely begun to tap into the potential of LLMs as personal assistants. There's no going back after wielding this kind of superpower.”
Tech Review
MacStories
“Finally, an AI assistant that runs on my own hardware and respects my privacy. The WhatsApp integration is seamless.”
@privacyfirst
Privacy Advocate
Stay Updated
Latest News
Introducing OpenClaw: The New Name for Your Favorite AI Assistant
The project has rebranded from Moltbot to OpenClaw, emphasizing its open-source nature while keeping the beloved lobster mascot.
Security Alert: Exposed Control Panels Risk Credential Leaks
Researchers discovered hundreds of internet-facing OpenClaw control interfaces that could expose API keys and conversation histories.
Warning: $CLAWD Crypto Token is a Scam - How to Protect Yourself
There is NO official OpenClaw cryptocurrency. The $CLAWD token that reached $16M market cap is a scam. Learn how to identify and avoid crypto scams.
Community Creations
Community Showcase
Automated Email Triage System
by @techfounder
Uses OpenClaw to automatically categorize incoming emails, draft responses, and schedule follow-ups. Processes 200+ emails daily with 95% accuracy.
WhatsApp Family Concierge
by @dadofthree
A family group chat bot that tracks schedules, reminds about events, answers homework questions, and even orders groceries when asked.
Research Assistant for Writers
by @novelist
Helps research historical facts, generate character backstories, and maintain story continuity across chapters. Essential for my novel writing process.
Built Something Cool with OpenClaw?
Submit Your Project →Ready to Get Started?
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