Tutorial

How to Install OpenClaw on VPS

A step-by-step guide to deploying OpenClaw on your own VPS.

Quick Answer

You have two options: ClawAI (easiest — one-click deployment, managed for you, $15.99/month) or self-hosted (free OpenClaw, requires Docker knowledge, you manage the server).

Option 1: ClawAI (Recommended)

The easiest way to run OpenClaw on a VPS. No server configuration needed.

  1. 1.Sign up at clawai.one
  2. 2.Choose Docker ($4/mo) or VPS ($9-14/mo) plan
  3. 3.Connect your Telegram account
  4. 4.Add your API key (Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google)
  5. 5.Your AI is ready — start chatting on Telegram

Option 2: Self-Hosted OpenClaw

If you prefer running OpenClaw directly, here's the process:

  1. 1.Get a VPS (Hetzner, DigitalOcean, or similar)
  2. 2.Install Docker on your VPS
  3. 3.Clone OpenClaw repository
  4. 4.Configure your AI provider API keys
  5. 5.Set up Telegram bot via BotFather
  6. 6.Configure port forwarding if needed

Which Should You Choose?

Choose ClawAI if:

  • • You want zero technical setup
  • • You prefer managed hosting
  • • You need VNC access
  • • You want support if things break

Choose Self-Hosted if:

  • • You have Docker experience
  • • You want full control
  • • You prefer free software
  • • You enjoy troubleshooting

Ready to Get Started?

ClawAI handles everything — just sign up and your AI is deployed.

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