What is OpenClaw?
OpenClaw is a powerful, open-source personal AI assistant designed to run on any platform. Unlike standard chat interfaces, OpenClaw is built for action. It can browse the web, control your computer, manage your files, and interact with hundreds of external services through its extensible "Skills" architecture.
The Lobster Way: OpenClaw is built on the philosophy of privacy, speed, and absolute user
control. Your data, your keys, your AI.
Core Capabilities
- Cross-Platform Strategy: Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and even mobile via specialized integrations.
- Skill Multiverse: Easily add capabilities for coding, research, social media management, and more.
- Persistent Memory: OpenClaw remembers your preferences and past interactions to provide a truly personalized experience.
- Gateway Architecture: Control your agent via WhatsApp, Discord, Slack, or any messaging platform.
How it Works
OpenClaw operates as a local "Gateway" that connects your preferred Large Language Model (LLM) to your interface of choice. Whether you're using OpenAI, Anthropic, or local models via LM Studio, OpenClaw acts as the bridge that turns static chat into dynamic execution.
Prerequisite: OpenClaw requires Node.js 22 or higher to run the latest feature set.
Next Steps
Ready to dive in? Follow our Installation Guide to get OpenClaw running in under 60 seconds.