openclaw
Your own personal AI assistant. Any OS. Any Platform. The lobster way. 🦞
What is it?
What it is
**OpenClaw** is a _personal AI assistant_ you run on your own devices. It answers you on the channels you already use. It can speak and listen on macOS/iOS/Android, and can render a live Canvas you control. The Gateway is just the control plane — the product is the assistant.
Why it exists
Your own personal AI assistant. Any OS. Any Platform. The lobster way. 🦞
Who should use it
Teams building with TypeScript who want an open-source, self-hosted option.
Who should avoid it
Teams that need a fully managed SaaS with enterprise SLAs out of the box.
How it works
A quick walkthrough in plain English
How openclaw works in 4 steps
Step 1 of 4
Something triggers the flow
A schedule, webhook, or manual click tells openclaw to start.
Features
Advantages
- Open source (NOASSERTION)
- Active TypeScript ecosystem
- Self-hosted deployment options
Disadvantages
- Requires operational ownership for self-hosted setups
- Community support varies by project maturity
Installation
native
git clone https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw.git cd openclaw pnpm install # First run only (or after resetting local OpenClaw config/workspace) pnpm openclaw setup # Optional: prebuild Control UI before first startup pnpm ui:build # Dev loop (auto-reload on source/config changes) pnpm gateway:watch
FAQ
What is openclaw?
openclaw is an open-source project licensed under NOASSERTION.
What language is openclaw built with?
Primary language: TypeScript.
Is it free to use?
Yes. Licensed under NOASSERTION. Check the license for commercial use.
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