The missing manual for OpenClaw (formerly Clawdbot). One-click setup, curated skills, and pro configs.
Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux • No coding required
If you're looking for Clawdbot or Moltbot, you're in the right place. The project has been renamed to OpenClaw, but it's still the same powerful, open-source autonomous agent that took GitHub by storm.
It doesn't just chat. It executes code, browses the web, and manages files on your local machine.
Your data stays on your device. Connects to LLMs via API, but execution happens locally.
Extend capabilities with community-made "Skills" – from stock analysis to coding assistants.
Most guides tell you to use terminal commands. We show you the easiest way to get OpenClaw running.
For 24/7 operation, we recommend running OpenClaw on a cloud server. Get $200 Credit on DigitalOcean to run it for free for 2 months.
Download and install Docker Desktop for your OS. It handles all the complex dependencies for you.
Open your terminal (Command Prompt on Windows) and paste this single line:
docker run -d --name openclaw -p 8000:8000 ghcr.io/openclaw/openclaw:latestOpen http://localhost:8000 in your browser. You'll need an API key.
We recommend DeepSeek V3 (via OpenRouter) for the best
balance of intelligence and cost.
Don't run a "naked" agent. Supercharge OpenClaw with these essential skills.
Allows OpenClaw to browse the live internet. Essential for research.
Pro Tip: Determine specific search intents with Tavily API.
Read, write, and organize files on your hard drive. Perfect for coding tasks.
Executes shell commands. Warning: Give this skill only if you trust the agent!
Skip the setup. Download our optimal config.json with pre-tuned system prompts and skill
settings.
Updated for OpenClaw v0.8.2