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Guides, tutorials, and tips for OpenClaw.

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OpenClaw Statistics 2026: Growth, Users, Data

OpenClaw stats for 2026. GitHub stars, monthly users, traffic by country, ecosystem revenue, ClawHub skills, hosting costs. Updated March 2026.

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OpenClaw DeepSeek setup showing the OpenClaw mascot connected to the DeepSeek logo on a dark background

OpenClaw DeepSeek Setup: API + Local in 5 Minutes

Set up DeepSeek in OpenClaw two ways: cloud API at $0.28/M tokens or free local via Ollama. Both take under 5 minutes. Full config included.

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OpenClaw vs ChatGPT comparison showing the OpenClaw mascot facing off against the OpenAI logo on a dark background

OpenClaw vs ChatGPT: Different Layers, Different Jobs

OpenClaw vs ChatGPT compared. ChatGPT wins at chat and research. OpenClaw wins at WhatsApp bots, multi-model agents, and 24/7 self-hosted automation.

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OpenClaw vs Claude comparison showing the OpenClaw mascot connected to the Claude AI logo on a dark background

OpenClaw vs Claude: I Use Both Daily, Here's When Each Wins

OpenClaw runs Claude as its backend model. I use both daily. Here's when claude.ai is enough and when OpenClaw with Claude actually makes sense.

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OpenClaw change model setup showing the mascot switching between different AI model provider icons

How to Change Models in OpenClaw (3 Ways, 30 Seconds)

Change your OpenClaw model with one CLI command, mid-conversation, or per agent. Covers aliases, fallbacks, the allowlist gotcha, and per-agent routing.

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OpenClaw browser relay setup showing the mascot connected to a Chrome browser through Gateway, Node Host, and extension layers

How to Set Up OpenClaw Browser Relay (Chrome + AI)

Set up the OpenClaw browser relay in 10 minutes. Install the Node Host and Chrome extension on the same machine, and your AI controls your real browser.

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OpenClaw alternatives comparison featuring logos of ZeroClaw, NanoClaw, PicoClaw, and Open WebUI

OpenClaw Alternatives: 5 Platforms I Tested, Ranked

I tested ZeroClaw, Nanobot, NanoClaw, PicoClaw, and Open WebUI against OpenClaw. Scored on privacy, setup, tools, mobile, and models.

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OpenClaw running on an Android phone via Termux terminal

How to Run OpenClaw on Android (Termux, 10 Minutes)

Run OpenClaw on any Android phone with 4GB+ RAM. Termux + proot-distro install, battery persistence, and two alternative methods. Tested on a $50 phone.

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Add Telegram to OpenClaw showing the mascot connected to a phone with Telegram chat bubbles and the BotFather bot icon

How to Add Telegram to OpenClaw (5 Minutes, No Code)

Add Telegram to OpenClaw in 5 minutes. Create a bot with BotFather, paste the token in your dashboard, and start messaging your AI assistant from your phone.

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Add MCP servers on OpenClaw — mascot connected to database, search, and filesystem tool icons through the Gateway

How to Add MCP Servers on OpenClaw (My Setup for 12 Servers)

Step-by-step guide to add MCP servers on OpenClaw. My exact openclaw.json config for 12 servers, per-agent routing, and the 5 I'd install first.

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OpenClaw AI Assistant: Build One That Actually Works for You

Build a self-hosted AI assistant with OpenClaw. Pick any model, connect WhatsApp or Telegram, and add real tools. Replaces two subscriptions.

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OpenClaw add skills setup showing the mascot browsing ClawHub skill marketplace with installed skill icons

How to Add Skills in OpenClaw (3 Methods + My Top Picks)

Install OpenClaw skills from ClawHub, the UI, or manually. Covers skill structure, security vetting, SKILL.md files, and 8 skills worth installing first.

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OpenClaw add agent setup showing the mascot managing four specialized agents for coding, personal, social media, and work tasks

How I Add Agents in OpenClaw (I Run 4 of Them Daily)

Add agents in OpenClaw: create workspaces, write SOUL.md files, register via CLI, and bind agents to Telegram, WhatsApp, or Discord channels.

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OpenClaw add models setup showing the mascot connected to multiple AI provider icons including Claude, GPT, Ollama, and DeepSeek

How to Add Models in OpenClaw (Every Provider, 5 Minutes)

Add cloud, local, and custom models in OpenClaw. Covers API keys, OAuth, Ollama, LM Studio, OpenRouter, fallbacks, and per-agent routing.

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