OpenClaw Guide - Deploy OpenClaw with confidence

OpenClaw Guide is a practical documentation portal that provides structured tutorials, deployment walkthroughs, and reference material for developers and operators using the open-source OpenClaw AI agent runtime and tooling ecosystem.

What is OpenClaw Guide?

OpenClaw Guide is an independent, community-maintained documentation site focused on the operational side of OpenClaw. It takes a user’s need to install, configure, or troubleshoot the agent runtime and produces step‑by‑step lessons, YAML examples, and troubleshooting fixes. The site covers Mac, Linux, Windows, Docker, VPS, and channel integrations (Telegram, WhatsApp, Feishu/Lark). No upstream repository or pricing information is hosted here—the official OpenClaw GitHub and FAQ serve those.

Key Features

• Structured learning path — A five‑step sequence from local install through multi‑agent YAML configuration, with time estimates (e.g., 10 min for local install, 20 min for multi‑agent config).
• Categorized tutorials — Five sections (Installation, Basics, Advanced, Tips, Troubleshooting) with 12+ lessons covering Docker/VPS deployment, Telegram setup, WhatsApp channel, and advanced config.
• Real‑world use cases and glossary — A use cases page and a glossary definition that explain the runtime’s practical applications.
• Skills leaderboard — A browsable skills section with examples to understand what OpenClaw agents can do.
• Transparent update history — Each tutorial lists a last‑updated date (e.g., “2026‑03‑09”), and all content is versioned to deployment workflows.
• Free and open access — The entire guide is freely available; no paywall or registration is required.

Who is it for?

• Developers installing OpenClaw locally on Mac/Linux or Windows, who need a reproducible getting‑started walkthrough.
• Operators deploying OpenClaw on Docker or a VPS, who require guidance on persisting gateway data and restarting services safely.
• Channel integrators setting up Telegram, WhatsApp, or Feishu/Lark bots, who need channel‑specific configuration steps and troubleshooting.

How does OpenClaw Guide work?

The site organizes content into a learning path. Users start with the local install or Docker/VPS setup, then proceed to channel configuration, advanced settings, and multi‑agent YAML. Each tutorial is self‑contained, includes code blocks and CLI commands, and links to related glossary entries or FAQ answers. The Docs hub serves as a single entry point for all deployment and troubleshooting topics.

FAQ

Is OpenClaw free to use?

Yes. OpenClaw is an open‑source project, and this guide documents its free, self‑hosted deployment. No pricing information appears on the site; the FAQ addresses GitHub and community questions.

What operating systems are supported?

Tutorials cover Mac, Linux, and Windows. A dedicated Windows installation guide exists for beginner‑friendly setup.

Which messaging channels can I connect?

The guide includes setup for Telegram, WhatsApp, and Feishu/Lark, with step‑by‑step configuration and troubleshooting pages for each.

Where do I find the official OpenClaw source code?

The guide links to the official GitHub repository and notes that upstream releases, community forums, and ecosystem updates live there, not on this documentation site.