OpenClaw โ 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.
Learn more โMulti-Platform
WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack & more. One AI for all your channels.
Learn more โInfinite Memory
Remembers everything. Context persists across days, months, years.
Learn more โExtensible Skills
Add capabilities with simple Markdown files. No coding required.
Learn more โRun Free with Ollama
$0 API costs. Run AI models locally with complete privacy.
Learn more โPrivacy First
All data stored locally in plain files. You own everything.
Learn more โKey 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, Teams, Google Chat, 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 โGet 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.
- โConfig file:
~/.openclaw/config.json - โWorkspace:
~/openclaw/with skills, memories, notes - โSkills: Simple Markdown files in
~/openclaw/skills/ - โMemories: 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 โBuild 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 โSet 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 โCreate Custom Skills
Teach OpenClaw new tricks by creating skills - simple Markdown files that define specialized behaviors for your workflow.
Skills Documentation โKeep 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 โFeatured In
What the Press Says
MacStories
โOpenClaw Showed Me What the Future of Personal AI Assistants Looks Likeโ
โ Federico Viticci
The Register
โThe open-source AI assistant that's taking the developer world by stormโ
โ Security Desk
Dev Community
โFrom Clawdbot to OpenClaw: The Most Exciting AI Project of 2026โ
โ Tech Editorial
Testimonials
What People Are Saying
โOpenClaw 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.โ
Federico Viticci
MacStories
โEverything Siri was supposed to be. And it goes so much further. I've automated my entire morning routine and it just works.โ
@devlead
Software Engineer
โOpenClaw 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.โ
Tech Review
MacStories
โFinally, an AI assistant that runs on my own hardware and respects my privacy. The WhatsApp integration is seamless.โ
@privacyfirst
Privacy Advocate
Stay Updated
Latest News
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.
How to Run OpenClaw 100% Free with Ollama and Local Models
A complete guide to running OpenClaw with zero API costs using Ollama and open-source models like Llama and Mistral.
Community Creations
Showcase
Automated Email Triage System
by @techfounder
Uses OpenClaw to automatically categorize incoming emails, draft responses, and schedule follow-ups. Saves 2+ hours daily.
WhatsApp Family Concierge
by @dadofthree
A family group chat bot that tracks schedules, reminds about events, answers homework questions, and orders groceries.
Research Assistant for Writers
by @novelist
Helps research historical facts, generate character backstories, and maintain story continuity across chapters.
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