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Tips, guides, and insights about deploying and running OpenClaw AI assistants.
Run an AI Feishu Bot with OpenClaw
OpenClaw runs as a Feishu bot on your own server, available in DMs or group chats, with the AI model you choose and streaming replies via interactive cards.
OpenClaw 101: What It Is and How to Get Started
A plain-language intro to OpenClaw — what it does, what you need, and two paths to get your own AI bot running on Telegram or Discord.
Running DeepSeek and Qwen Models on OpenClaw with ClawCloud
DeepSeek and Qwen models are available on ClawCloud right now. Here's what's in the catalog, how to switch, and when each model fits.
How to Install Custom OpenClaw Skills via Chat
Learn how to create and install custom OpenClaw skills by dropping a zip file into Telegram, Discord, or Feishu. No SSH or server access required.
Why OpenClaw npm install Fails (and How to Actually Fix It)
npm version issues, PATH problems, and the 'not discoverable' error explained. Fix OpenClaw install failures fast with these concrete steps.
How OpenClaw Memory Works on a Dedicated Server
OpenClaw memory stores notes as Markdown files on disk. Here's how it works, why a dedicated server matters, and what you can configure.
OpenClaw vs NanoClaw, IronClaw, and KimiClaw — How They Compare
An honest look at OpenClaw alternatives: NanoClaw (lightweight, container-isolated), IronClaw (Rust, security-first), and KimiClaw (not a real project).
Your OpenClaw Bot Now Reports Issues Directly in the Dashboard
ClawCloud instances now surface live health checks in the dashboard — channel conflicts, DM restrictions, and more flagged without digging through logs.
Run OpenClaw Commands From Your Browser, No SSH Required
ClawCloud's new Console tab lets you run openclaw CLI commands from the dashboard — doctor, status, models, channel checks, and more.
Run Multiple OpenClaw Bots at Once — One Account, Any Channel
ClawCloud now supports multiple simultaneous OpenClaw bots per account. Each runs on its own server with its own model, channel, and API key.
Run an AI Discord Bot with OpenClaw
OpenClaw on Discord gives you a dedicated AI bot on your own server — model you pick, no shared rate limits, configurable for groups and DMs.
Run an AI Telegram Bot with OpenClaw
OpenClaw runs as a private Telegram bot on your own server, available in DMs or groups, with the AI model you choose and no shared usage caps.
OpenClaw vs ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini — Run Your Own Bot
How OpenClaw compares to ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini — self-hosted AI on Telegram and Discord, running on your own server.
What Is a Chatbot? How OpenClaw Gives You One You Actually Own
What a chatbot is, how OpenClaw works as a private AI assistant on Discord or Telegram, and why running your own changes the experience.
Fix: OpenClaw Gateway Closed (1006 Abnormal Closure) — Plus New Bundled Tools
Fix for the OpenClaw gateway closed (1006 abnormal closure) error, plus Chromium, Python 3, and build tools now bundled on every ClawCloud server.
94 Curated Quality Models and Free Tier Options for OpenClaw
6 free models are now in the OpenClaw catalog on ClawCloud. Use them anytime — or switch to one when your credits run low to keep your bot running.
Understanding OpenClaw AI Credits on ClawCloud
How AI credits work for managed OpenClaw bots on ClawCloud — tracking usage, monthly resets, and how to switch manually to free models when exhausted.
Introducing Managed AI for OpenClaw on ClawCloud
ClawCloud now handles your OpenClaw bot's AI connection by default. No API key setup, no provider accounts — just pick a model and deploy.
API Rate Limits for OpenClaw AI Assistants
Learn how Claude, OpenAI, and Google Gemini handle rate limits and why they matter for your OpenClaw deployment on ClawCloud.
Full AI Model Catalog Now on Every OpenClaw Bot
ClawCloud now gives every OpenClaw bot the full model catalog for its AI provider. Switch between Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google models with short aliases.
Channel-Aware Config and OpenClaw v2026.2.9
ClawCloud now handles Discord and Telegram configuration separately, matching OpenClaw's strict per-channel validation. Plus dashboard improvements.
How to Deploy OpenClaw in 60 Seconds
A step-by-step walkthrough of deploying an OpenClaw AI assistant with ClawCloud. Three steps, under a minute, no server or terminal required.
OpenClaw API Costs Explained
How much does it actually cost to run OpenClaw? A breakdown of API pricing for Claude, GPT, and Gemini, plus tips to control spending.
Self-Hosting OpenClaw Is Harder Than You Think
Docker errors, API key confusion, token burn, and days of debugging. Here's what actually happens when people try to self-host OpenClaw.