Open-source Clawdbot integrates Claude AI, runs on Mac Mini, and executes real tasks. Join 30,000+ developers on GitHub using Clawdbot for WhatsApp, Telegram, and Discord automation. Learn Clawdbot setup, API integration, and skills in minutes.
Clawdbot AI is an open-source personal AI assistant with 30,000+ GitHub stars. Clawdbot integrates Claude AI and runs locally on Mac Mini, Windows, Docker, and Raspberry Pi. Features persistent memory, 565+ skills, and integrates with WhatsApp, Telegram, and Discord.
Clawdbot is more than a chatbot โ it's "Claude with hands" that can actually execute tasks on your device. Created by Peter Steinberger, it combines the intelligence of Claude AI with local execution capabilities.
# Install Clawdbot
git clone https://github.com/clawdbot/clawdbot.git
cd clawdbot && npm install
npm start
Run Clawdbot on Mac Mini, MacBook, or any macOS device. Perfect for 24/7 AI assistant deployment.
Full Windows support with WSL. Deploy your personal AI assistant on any Windows PC.
Containerized deployment for easy scaling and isolation. Perfect for server environments.
Run Clawdbot on Raspberry Pi for affordable, always-on AI assistance.
565+ community skills available on ClawdHub. Integrates with WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack, iMessage, and more. Extend Clawdbot's capabilities with custom skills.
Full API access for developers. Open source on GitHub with active community support. Built with TypeScript, runs on Node.js 22+.
View on GitHub โClawdbot AI prioritizes security and privacy with open-source transparency, local-first architecture, and complete data control. Learn how Clawdbot protects your data and why it's trusted by 30,000+ users worldwide.
Clawdbot is fully open source under MIT license. Every line of code is auditable on GitHub. No hidden backdoors, no telemetry, complete transparency.
All data stays on your device. Clawdbot Gateway runs locally (127.0.0.1:18789). Your conversations, files, and credentials never leave your computer.
Use your own Claude Pro/Max subscription or Anthropic API keys. No middleman services. Direct connection to AI providers with your credentials.
Yes, with proper configuration. Clawdbot is production-ready when deployed correctly:
Follow our security guide for safe deployment: use WSL2 on Windows, enable firewall rules, rotate API keys regularly, and review permissions before granting.
Read Security Guide โ38,600+ GitHub stars, 200+ contributors actively reviewing code. Security issues are addressed rapidly by the community.
Why Clawdbot on Mac Mini M4 became the #1 choice for self-hosted AI in 2026. Learn how to deploy Clawdbot on Mac Mini, configure it for 24/7 operation, and optimize for Apple Silicon performance.
The "ClawdBot Effect": Mac Mini sales surged in early 2026 as thousands discovered it's the perfect Clawdbot server.
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One-line install command:
curl -fsSL https://clawd.bot/install.sh | bash
Automatically installs Node.js 22, ClawdBot, and configures daemon for 24/7 operation.
First Year:
Prefer containers? Deploy Clawdbot with Docker on any Linux/macOS system:
git clone https://github.com/clawdbot/clawdbot.git
cd clawdbot && ./docker-setup.sh
Budget option: Run Clawdbot on Raspberry Pi 4 (2GB+ RAM). Perfect for learning or low-traffic personal use. Performance is limited but fully functional.
Raspberry Pi Guide โClawdbot Skills are modular extensions that give your AI assistant superpowers. Browse 565+ community-created skills for email management, calendar integration, smart home control, coding assistance, and more. Install with one command from ClawdHub.
Skills transform Clawdbot from a chatbot into an action-taking assistant.
Browse and install skills from the community marketplace:
Control Clawdbot from Telegram:
Setup: Create bot via @BotFather, add token to Clawdbot config
Use Clawdbot on WhatsApp:
Most popular messaging platform integration for Clawdbot
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Create your own skills with TypeScript:
npm create clawdbot-skill@latest
cd my-skill && npm run dev
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Problem: Clawdbot Gateway runs but doesn't respond to messages.
Common causes:
Fix: Re-run `claude setup-token` or check your .env fileFix: Check port 18789 is accessible, test with `curl http://127.0.0.1:18789`Fix: Re-scan WhatsApp QR code or regenerate Telegram bot tokenFix: Update with `nvm install 22 && nvm use 22`Symptom: "Authentication failed" or "Invalid API key" errors.
Solution: Verify your API key in Anthropic Console, ensure you're using the correct setup method (setup-token vs API key), and check for trailing spaces in .env file.
Symptom: QR code doesn't scan or connection drops frequently.
Solution: Clear Clawdbot session data, use fresh WhatsApp account (not business), ensure phone has stable internet, re-pair using `clawdbot onboard`.
Symptom: Native module build errors, permission denied.
Solution: Use WSL2 (Windows Subsystem for Linux) instead of native Windows. Clawdbot officially only supports WSL2 on Windows. Follow our WSL2 setup guide.
Symptom: Container exits immediately or shows volume mount errors.
Solution: Check volume permissions, ensure config directory exists, verify environment variables are set correctly in docker-compose.yml.
Enable debug mode to see detailed logs:
DEBUG=* clawdbot gateway
Logs are saved in ~/.clawdbot/logs/
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Clawdbot is an open-source personal AI assistant that runs locally on your device. Unlike cloud-based AI assistants, Clawdbot operates on your Mac, Windows PC, Linux machine, or even Raspberry Pi. It uses Claude AI for intelligence but executes commands locally, giving you full control and privacy. With 565+ community skills, persistent memory, and integration with 10+ messaging platforms (WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack, etc.), Clawdbot is the most versatile self-hosted AI assistant available.
Yes, Clawdbot is 100% free and open source under the MIT license. You can download, modify, and use it without any cost. However, Clawdbot requires API keys from AI providers like Anthropic (Claude) or OpenAI to function. These providers have their own pricing - Anthropic offers some free usage, but heavy users may incur API costs. The Clawdbot software itself has no licensing fees.
Absolutely! Mac Mini M4 is one of the most popular platforms for running Clawdbot. Many users run Clawdbot 24/7 on Mac Mini as a dedicated AI assistant server. The M4 chip provides excellent performance for local task execution, and the low power consumption makes it ideal for always-on operation. Our Mac Mini deployment guide covers the complete setup process including headless operation, auto-start configuration, and remote access setup.
Installing Clawdbot is straightforward: 1) Install Node.js version 22 or higher, 2) Clone the repository from GitHub with git clone https://github.com/clawdbot/clawdbot.git, 3) Navigate to the directory and run npm install, 4) Create a .env file with your API keys (ANTHROPIC_API_KEY or OPENAI_API_KEY), 5) Run npm start to launch Clawdbot. We have detailed tutorials for Mac, Windows, Docker, and Raspberry Pi installations.
Clawdbot Skills are modular plugins that extend Clawdbot's capabilities. Each skill adds specific functionality - email management, calendar integration, smart home control, web scraping, code execution, and more. The ClawdHub currently features 565+ community-created skills. You can browse available skills, install them with a simple command, and even create your own custom skills using TypeScript. Skills are the key to making Clawdbot truly personalized to your workflow.
Clawdbot is designed with security in mind, but it's important to understand the risks. Since Clawdbot can execute commands on your system, you should: 1) Run it on a dedicated machine when possible, 2) Configure the allowlist to restrict which commands it can execute, 3) Be careful about prompt injection attacks from untrusted sources, 4) Regularly review and audit the skills you install. The project is open source, so you can inspect all code. For production use, consider running Clawdbot in a Docker container for isolation.
The key difference is that Clawdbot runs locally and can execute actions, while ChatGPT is a cloud-based chat service. Clawdbot can: run shell commands, control browsers, manage files, send messages across platforms, and automate workflows on your device. ChatGPT is limited to conversation and generating text. Clawdbot also features persistent memory across sessions, multi-platform messaging integration, and extensibility through skills. Think of Clawdbot as "Claude with hands" - it doesn't just talk, it acts.
Running Clawdbot costs vary based on usage. The software is free, but API costs depend on your usage patterns. Light users might spend $5-20/month on API calls. Heavy users have reported spending $100-300+/month. To control costs: 1) Set API usage limits, 2) Use caching for repeated queries, 3) Optimize prompts to reduce token usage, 4) Consider using local models for simple tasks. Hardware costs are one-time - a Mac Mini M4 starts at $599, or use your existing computer.
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