Installation &
Setup

OpenClaw Install: The Complete Step-by-Step Setup Guide

Everything you need to install OpenClaw from scratch — prerequisites, the install command, first run verification, and what to do if something breaks.

OpenClaw NPM Package: Install and Run in Under 5 Minutes

Install OpenClaw via npm, handle version conflicts, and verify your global install works before moving on to configuration.

OpenClaw install.sh: The One-Line Script That Does Everything

The official install script — what it does, how to verify it before running, and how to customize it for non-standard environments.

OpenClaw Homebrew Install: The Dead-Simple Mac Setup Guide

One command, zero fuss. Install OpenClaw via Homebrew on macOS and keep it updated automatically with brew upgrade.

Uninstall OpenClaw: The Clean Removal Guide (No Leftovers)

Remove every trace of OpenClaw — global npm package, config files, data directories, and gateway services — without leaving stale files behind.

OpenClaw System Requirements: 5 Things You Must Check First

Node version, RAM minimums, disk space, OS compatibility, and network requirements — everything to check before running the install command.

OpenClaw Node Version: The Hidden Requirement Nobody Mentions

The exact Node.js version OpenClaw needs, how to check what you're running, and the fastest way to upgrade without breaking other projects.

OpenClaw GPU Requirements: What Your Machine Actually Needs

GPU requirements for running local LLMs with OpenClaw — VRAM minimums per model size, CPU fallback options, and Apple Silicon notes.

OpenClaw on Apple Silicon: The Optimized M-Chip Setup Guide

M1, M2, M3, and M4 Mac setup specifics — Rosetta considerations, native arm64 builds, and performance tuning for Apple Silicon.

Install OpenClaw on Mac: Step-by-Step in Under 10 Minutes

The complete macOS install walkthrough — from Homebrew to first agent run. Covers Intel and Apple Silicon Macs with tested commands.

OpenClaw on Mac: Master the Effortless macOS Install Today

Everything macOS users need to know before installing OpenClaw — prerequisites, recommended setup, and the common gotchas that trip people up.

OpenClaw on Mac Mini: Turn a $500 Box Into an AI Powerhouse

Why the Mac Mini M2/M4 is the ideal always-on OpenClaw host — setup guide, performance benchmarks, and recommended configuration.

Install OpenClaw on Mac Mini: The Proven Home Server Setup

Step-by-step install and configuration for running OpenClaw as an always-on service on Mac Mini — autostart, remote access, and gateway setup.

OpenClaw Install Windows: The Definitive Windows Setup Guide

Install OpenClaw on Windows — native install options, PATH configuration, and the WSL alternative for users who want a Linux-like environment.

OpenClaw on Windows 11: What Microsoft Doesn't Tell You

Windows 11-specific quirks — Defender interference, PowerShell execution policies, and the fastest path to a working OpenClaw install.

OpenClaw WSL Setup: Run Linux Agents on Windows the Right Way

How to install and run OpenClaw inside Windows Subsystem for Linux — WSL2 setup, systemd support, and networking gotchas explained.

OpenClaw on Linux: Master Effortless Server Deployment

The universal Linux install guide — works on Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, and Arch. Covers systemd service setup for always-on agent hosting.

Install OpenClaw on Ubuntu: The Step-by-Step Server Guide

Ubuntu-specific install walkthrough — Node via nvm, npm install, firewall rules, and running OpenClaw as a systemd service on a fresh VPS.

OpenClaw on Ubuntu 24.04: The Fully Tested Deployment Guide

Tested on a fresh Ubuntu 24.04 LTS install — every command, every gotcha, and the final working configuration you can trust in production.

OpenClaw on NixOS: Reproducible AI Agent Setup Explained

Declarative OpenClaw setup on NixOS — flake configuration, service module, and how to make your entire agent stack reproducible.

OpenClaw on Termux: Run AI Agents From Your Android Phone

Install OpenClaw inside Termux on Android — package dependencies, storage permissions, and keeping your agent alive with wakelock.

OpenClaw on Debian: Clean Install Guide for Stable Servers

Debian Stable and Testing install guide — Node version management, backport considerations, and running OpenClaw reliably long-term.

OpenClaw on Alpine Linux: The Minimal Container Setup Guide

Minimal Alpine Linux install for Docker-based deployments — musl libc compatibility, package differences, and the smallest working image.

OpenClaw Shell Completion: The Tiny Setup That Saves Hours

Enable tab completion for OpenClaw CLI in bash, zsh, and fish — the two-minute setup that makes working in the terminal dramatically faster.