OpenClaw Guides & Tutorials
Guides, tutorials, and tips for OpenClaw.
OpenClaw calendar setup: the four paths I tried
OpenClaw calendar setup across four paths: gog, CalDAV, MCP, ICS. Walkthrough, the timezone bug nobody warns you about, which path fits which user.
17 min read
How I connected OpenClaw to iMessage. The FDA gotcha.
How I connected OpenClaw to iMessage with the imsg CLI on a Mac, the Full Disk Access trap that breaks it on reboot, and the fix that sticks.
15 min read
OpenClaw use cases: 13 I've seen survive a real workflow
OpenClaw use cases I've seen survive a real workflow: 13 patterns with setup time, what they cost, and the ones nobody else lists.
23 min read
I run OpenClaw on a Raspberry Pi: what nobody tells you
I run OpenClaw on a Raspberry Pi. Here's the real install path, the $180/mo Opus-heartbeat bill nobody warns you about, and when a Pi is wrong.
13 min read
I ran OpenClaw on Windows: 3 errors nobody warns you about
I ran OpenClaw on Windows and hit 3 named errors before WSL2 stuck. Here are the fixes, and when a 47-second managed VPS is the saner answer.
18 min read
OpenClaw email: the Gmail OAuth path, end to end
OpenClaw email setup over Gmail OAuth: Cloud Console clicks, the localhost-redirect trap, scopes, test users, and what breaks after seven days. 10 minutes.
15 min read
OpenClaw guide: what it is, how it works, what it does
OpenClaw is an open-source AI agent you run on your own hardware. This guide covers what it is, how its four parts fit, and what people use it for.
17 min read
MiniMax M2.7 in OpenClaw: I Ran the Benchmarks Myself
I ran MiniMax M2.7 inside OpenClaw against Claude Opus 4.6 on real coding tasks. Benchmarks, pricing, hardware, and where the open-weight bet breaks.
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OpenClaw security best practices: the day-1 checklist
OpenClaw security best practices reduce to seven defenses. Bind the gateway to 127.0.0.1, sandbox sessions, scope tokens, and vet every ClawHub skill.
17 min read
OpenClaw Hardware Requirements: Pi, Mac Mini, or VPS?
OpenClaw hardware requirements decoded: 1GB RAM minimum, when a Pi works, when a Mac Mini wins, and the $5/mo VPS that beats both for most people.
9 min read
OpenClaw + Home Assistant: setup, security, $0 local path
Connect OpenClaw to Home Assistant over MCP: two install paths, a security checklist, and $0/month local-model setup with Ollama that most guides skip.
16 min read
OpenClaw memory: how it works and why your agent forgets
OpenClaw memory lives in plain Markdown files: MEMORY.md, daily notes, the wiki, dreams. Here is how each layer survives compaction, and how to host it.
15 min read
OpenClaw WhatsApp setup: QR, dedicated number, 24/7
OpenClaw WhatsApp setup in five minutes: QR pairing, the red pairing-required fix, ban-safe number rules, and how to keep the bot running 24/7.
14 min read
Hermes Agent vs OpenClaw: Which One Fits Your Workflow
Hermes Agent vs OpenClaw compared. Self-improving memory vs 50+ platforms. Security, costs, features, and when to pick each one. Updated April 2026.
10 min read
What Is OpenClaw? The Open-Source AI Agent Platform Explained
What is OpenClaw? It's a free, open-source AI agent platform that runs on your machine. It controls files, apps, and messaging. I run 4 agents daily.
7 min read
OpenClaw Statistics 2026: Growth, Users, Security, Data
OpenClaw stats for 2026. 346K GitHub stars, 38M visitors, 3.2M users, 44K skills, 500K instances, security CVEs, enterprise adoption. Updated April 2026.
6 min read
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.
9 min read
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.
11 min read
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.
10 min read
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.
6 min read
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.
8 min read
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.
15 min read
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.
8 min read
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.
8 min read
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.
12 min read
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.
12 min read
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.
12 min read
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.
8 min read