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Full installation guide: docs.openclaw.ai/start/getting-started

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Requirements

  • Node.js 22+
  • An API key (Anthropic recommended)
  • A server with persistent process (EC2, Railway, VPS, etc.)

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Quick Start

# Install OpenClaw globally
npm install -g openclaw@latest

# Run guided setup
openclaw onboard --install-daemon

# Connect channels
openclaw channels login

# Start the Gateway
openclaw gateway --port 18789

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Ultron’s Setup

Ultron runs OpenClaw on an AWS EC2 instance. The Gateway process stays alive 24/7, serving all connected channels simultaneously.

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Remote Access

For accessing the Gateway from outside your local network:
  • SSH tunnel: ssh -L 18789:localhost:18789 user@server
  • Tailscale: Connect via tailnet for secure remote access
  • Reverse proxy: Nginx/Caddy for HTTPS access
For full remote access guide: docs.openclaw.ai/gateway/remote

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