OpenClaw Usage Guide
Get started with your AI assistant in 5 minutes
Everything you need to know about setting up, configuring, and using OpenClaw through AiBotClaw hosting
Quick Start
Follow these 5 simple steps to deploy your AI assistant
1
Choose Your Plan
Select from Hosting ($16.99/mo), Pro ($43.99/mo), or Max ($199/mo). All plans include unlimited platform integrations.
2
Configure Your Instance
Set up AI model preferences (Claude, GPT, GLM, or your own API keys). Choose your preferred AI model and configure API keys if using Hosting plan.
3
Connect Platforms
Select chat platforms (WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack, etc.). Follow platform-specific setup wizards. Get your instance connected in minutes.
4
Install Skills
Browse 3,000+ ClawHub skills. Install with one click. Customize your AI assistant capabilities.
5
Start Using
Begin chatting with your AI assistant. Issue commands and requests. Watch your AI agent work for you.
Platform Integration Tutorials
Step-by-step guides for connecting your favorite chat platforms
Telegram
Requirements:
Telegram account, bot token from @BotFather
Setup Steps:
- Chat with @BotFather on Telegram
- Create new bot and copy token
- Paste token in AiBotClaw dashboard
- Add bot to groups or start direct chat
- Configure bot permissions
Best for: Group chats, automation, development
Requirements:
WhatsApp account, QR code scanner
Setup Steps:
- Navigate to Platform Integrations in dashboard
- Select WhatsApp
- Scan QR code with WhatsApp mobile app
- Confirm pairing
- Your AI assistant is now live on WhatsApp
Best for: Personal use, family communication
Discord
(Coming soon)
Requirements:
Discord account, server admin permissions
Setup Steps:
- Create Discord bot in Developer Portal
- Copy bot token and client ID
- Configure bot permissions (Read Messages, Send Messages, etc.)
- Invite bot to your server using OAuth2 URL
- Configure in AiBotClaw dashboard
Best for: Gaming communities, large groups
Common Issues and Troubleshooting
Solutions to frequently encountered problems
Bot not responding
- Check instance status in dashboard
- Verify platform connection is active
- Check API key validity (if using own keys)
- Review recent logs
API quota exhausted
- Pro/Max: Purchase extension packs
- Hosting: Add quota pack or use your own API key
- Switch to alternative model temporarily
Skill installation failed
- Check skill compatibility with OpenClaw version
- Verify required dependencies
- Check for conflicting skills
- Review installation logs
Connection issues
- Verify platform credentials
- Check firewall rules
- Test with platform's native tools
- Restart instance if needed
Slow response times
- Check current API load
- Consider upgrading to Pro/Max for priority resources
- Switch to faster AI model (GLM for speed)
- Optimize skill usage
Best Practices
Optimize your OpenClaw experience
Security
- Never share API keys publicly
- Use private channels for sensitive data
- Regularly update security settings
- Review installed skills periodically
Performance
- Start with essential skills only
- Remove unused skills to reduce overhead
- Use GLM 5 for high-volume tasks
- Use Claude Opus for complex reasoning
- Monitor quota usage regularly
Skill Management
- Read skill documentation before installing
- Test skills in private channels first
- Keep skills updated
- Uninstall unused skills
- Check skill ratings and reviews
Cost Optimization
- Choose right plan for your usage
- Mix AI models based on task complexity
- Use own API keys for very high volume
- Monitor usage via dashboard
- Consider annual billing for savings
Getting Help
Multiple support channels available
Dashboard
Check status and logs
Documentation
Comprehensive guides available
Support
Email for Hosting, Priority for Pro, Dedicated for Max
Community
Join user forums and discussions
Security
Report issues immediately
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