Get OpenClaw AI on Your Computer in 5 Minutes
Follow the official OpenClaw tutorial and start using it now. 100% local AI assistant, fully private and free.
OpenClaw Installation Guide - 5 Steps to Get Started
Follow these steps, complete setup in 10 minutes
Check System Requirements
Make sure you have Node.js 22 or higher installed
node --versionInstall OpenClaw
Install OpenClaw with one npm command. CLI will be globally available to start your AI assistant anytime
npm install -g openclaw@latestConfigure AI Model
OpenClaw supports multiple AI models. Choose Claude, ChatGPT, or Gemini. Intelligently routes your conversations
Connect Messaging Platform
Choose your favorite messaging app and start chatting
Start Your First Conversation
Try these use cases to experience powerful AI capabilities. Understands complex instructions and provides professional answers
What Can OpenClaw Do - Core OpenClaw Features
Powerful features, easy to use
Messaging Integration
Seamlessly integrates into WeChat, WhatsApp, Telegram. No app switching needed - always ready in your messaging apps
100% Local
100% local execution. Your conversation data stays on your device. Never uploads any data to remote servers
Skills System
Powerful skills system. Through the plugin marketplace, install community plugins with one click for unlimited possibilities
Multi-language
Supports seamless Chinese-English switching. Global user community uses it for multilingual AI conversations
Custom Workflows
Use custom workflow features to build your own AI assistant tailored to your needs
Active Community
100,000+ active developers. Community contributes plugins and tutorials. Help is always available
OpenClaw Community Resources - Explore Tutorials and Plugins
1000+ tutorials, plugins, and tips
OpenClaw GitHub
Official GitHub repository with 100,000+ stars
Open source, completely free
OpenClaw Official Website
Official website with installation guide and documentation
Free access
OpenClaw Wikipedia
Wikipedia article about OpenClaw history and features
Free access
Connect OpenClaw to WhatsApp for messaging
Free messaging platform
Telegram
Use OpenClaw through Telegram bots
Free messaging platform
Signal
Integrate OpenClaw with Signal messenger
Free messaging platform
Discord
Use OpenClaw in Discord servers
Free messaging platform
Codecademy Tutorial
Step-by-step installation to first chat setup
Free article
DEV Community Guide
Comprehensive guide for developers in 2026
Free article
LearnClawdbot.org
Community tutorials and learning resources
Free access
VentureBeat Security Guide
Security and privacy guide for CISOs
Free article
TechCrunch AI Network Article
News about OpenClaw's social network features
Free article
npm
Package manager for installing OpenClaw
Free, open source
Visual Studio Code
Recommended editor for developing OpenClaw skills
Free, open source
Playwright
Browser automation framework for skills
Free, open source
Claude Desktop
Anthropic's official AI assistant desktop app
Free tier available
ChatGPT
OpenAI's conversational AI assistant
Free tier available
GitHub Copilot
AI pair programmer by GitHub
Free for students and open source
Google Gemini
Google's multimodal AI assistant
Free tier available
Web Automation Skill
Automate web browsing and data extraction
Free, open source
Calendar Management Skill
Manage calendar events and scheduling
Free, open source
FAQ
What's the difference between OpenClaw and ChatGPT?
ChatGPT runs in the cloud, OpenClaw runs locally. Key advantages: 1) Conversations are completely private 2) Works offline 3) Choose any AI model 4) Direct messaging app integration. Local AI means privacy and freedom.
Is my computer good enough?
OpenClaw itself is lightweight, requiring only Node.js 22+. It doesn't consume much system resources as AI computation is done by your chosen provider. Most computers can run it smoothly.
Is it completely free?
OpenClaw software is completely free and open source. You need your own AI service API key (Claude, ChatGPT, etc). We charge nothing. AI services offer free tiers. Full cost control in your hands.
What if I encounter problems?
When encountering issues: 1) Check official docs 2) Ask in GitHub Issues 3) Join Discord community 4) Browse community tutorials. Our community is very active and ready to help.
Ready to Start?
Get AI on your computer and start your personalized assistant journey. Install now to experience powerful local AI