# OpenClaw

OpenClaw is an open-source, self-hosted AI assistant gateway that connects large language models (LLMs) to Discord, Telegram, and WhatsApp, letting homelab users run an LLM-powered assistant with file access, shell. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub, Kubernetes (Helm), ZimaOS, TrueNAS, Umbrel and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/221/openclaw

## Description

OpenClaw is an open-source, self-hosted AI assistant gateway that connects large language models (LLMs) to Discord, Telegram, and WhatsApp, letting homelab users run an LLM-powered assistant with file access, shell commands, web browsing, scheduled tasks, optional advanced skills, and a web control interface.

## Platform availability

Available on 5 of 9 platforms: Unraid, TrueNAS, Umbrel, ZimaOS, Helm.

## Health score

36/100 (Low), based on 3 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 0 (GitHub repository no longer exists)
- Easy to install: 75 (5 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)
- Light to run: 80 (1 GB minimum RAM, runs on ARM)

## Links

- Documentation: https://docs.openclaw.ai/
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/openclaw/openclaw
- Kubernetes (Helm): https://artifacthub.io/packages/helm/openclaw-helm/openclaw
- ZimaOS: https://github.com/IceWhaleTech/CasaOS-AppStore/tree/main/Apps/OpenClaw
- TrueNAS: https://apps.truenas.com/catalog/openclaw/
- Umbrel: https://apps.umbrel.com/app/openclaw
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/openclaw-1fn1qio0gu9o7w?q=OpenClaw
- GitHub: https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw

## Common questions

### What should I do if my OpenClaw instance had the OpenProse plugin before v2026.8.1?

OpenClaw no longer bundles OpenProse or the /prose command, and the removed plugin did not store state in the SQLite database. Run openclaw doctor --fix to remove stale plugin configuration, then install the upstream OpenProse skill if you still need it.

### What if the installer does not open OpenClaw's setup screen?

Run openclaw onboard, or use openclaw configure later to change settings. Completing the wizard writes the core configuration OpenClaw needs to start and connect correctly.

### Is there a recommended validation step before fully committing to a self-hosted OpenClaw deployment?

The guide recommends starting with a month of managed hosting to validate the workflow. It also suggests using OpenRouter as the model provider.

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