Claw Farm FAQs

What is Claw Farm?

Claw Farm is a deployment and hosting platform specifically designed for OpenClaw, a self-hosted AI assistant. It provides a guided setup process, infrastructure options, and integration support to help users deploy and manage their OpenClaw instance without requiring deep technical expertise in AI deployment or server management.

How does Claw Farm simplify OpenClaw deployment?

Claw Farm simplifies deployment through a three-step guided process: users enter a unique bot name, select an AI model from providers like OpenAI or Anthropic, and configure a platform-specific bot token for one-click deployment. This structured approach, combined with Docker support and documentation, reduces the complexity typically associated with self-hosted AI setups.

What deployment environments does Claw Farm support?

Claw Farm currently supports deployment via Docker containers and Mac Mini. Guides for cloud providers including AWS, Hetzner, DigitalOcean, and Google Cloud are listed as coming soon. This allows users to choose between local self-hosting or various cloud infrastructure options based on their technical requirements and resource availability.

Which messaging platforms can I integrate with OpenClaw through Claw Farm?

Claw Farm enables integration with Discord and Telegram, allowing users to deploy their OpenClaw AI as a functional bot on these platforms. Upcoming integrations for WhatsApp and Slack are announced. These connections let users interact with their AI assistant directly within familiar messaging environments.

How does Claw Farm address data privacy for OpenClaw deployments?

Claw Farm emphasizes a privacy-first approach where user data remains encrypted and under exclusive user control. The platform does not access AI conversations or personal information, ensuring that self-hosted OpenClaw deployments maintain data sovereignty and comply with privacy expectations for personal or organizational use.

• Claw Farm is a deployment platform for OpenClaw AI assistants, offering a guided setup process that supports multiple hosting environments and platform integrations for self-hosted AI.
• Access the Claw Farm setup wizard by selecting "Start OpenClaw Setup" from the website's main navigation or the designated onboarding page.
• Enter a unique bot name in the provided field; this identifier will be used across all connected platforms for user recognition.
• Select an AI model provider such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or an open-source alternative, weighing considerations like cost, latency, and data privacy.
• Obtain and input the bot token from the target platform's developer portal (e.g., Discord or Telegram) to authorize the connection.
• Initiate deployment with a single click; Claw Farm's engine configures the infrastructure, deploys the OpenClaw instance, and establishes the integration.
• Confirm successful deployment by verifying the bot's online status within the platform (e.g., server member list) and testing a basic query.
• Extend functionality by adding skills from the Claw Farm Skills Hub or exploring additional platform integrations through the dashboard's integration menu.