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What Is OpenClaw? Complete Guide (2026)

OpenClaw is a free, open-source AI agent that runs on your computer and connects to WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, and more. Everything you need to know.

How to Install OpenClaw: Step-by-Step (2026)

Install OpenClaw on Mac, Windows, or Linux in under 20 minutes. One-liner, npm, and Docker methods covered.

OpenClaw Pricing: How Much Does It Cost? (2026)

OpenClaw is free, but API costs range from $5-800/month. Complete breakdown of all costs and how to minimize them.

What Is a Chief AI Officer? Install One This Afternoon

Big companies hire CAIOs at $200-400K. Here's how to install one in your business this afternoon using OpenClaw — and get 20+ hours back every week.

OpenClaw for Coaches: Cut Admin by 15 Hours/Week

How coaches and consultants use OpenClaw to automate scheduling, follow-ups, email, and WhatsApp — 24/7 without hiring anyone. Real workflows, not theory.

OpenClaw vs Virtual Assistant: The Real Cost Comparison

A VA costs $1,500-3,000/month. OpenClaw costs a fraction of that. Here's an honest breakdown of what each does better — and the hybrid approach that saves $40K/year.

OpenClaw vs Claude Code: Which Should You Use?

OpenClaw is a personal AI agent. Claude Code is a coding agent. Here's when to use each — and why many use both.

Is OpenClaw Safe? Security Guide (2026)

OpenClaw has significant security risks. CVE-2026-25253, malicious skills, enterprise bans — and how to protect yourself.

15 Best OpenClaw Use Cases (2026)

From email automation to smart home control to multi-agent teams. Real use cases that actually work.

OpenClaw Skills & ClawHub Guide (2026)

5,705+ skills in the ClawHub marketplace. How to find, install, build, and vet OpenClaw skills.

7 Best OpenClaw Alternatives (2026)

From Nanobot to Claude Code to Zapier. The best alternatives compared by features, security, and cost.

How to Run OpenClaw for Free

Combine Oracle Cloud free tier with Ollama local models for a $0/month OpenClaw setup. Step-by-step.

Connect OpenClaw to WhatsApp & Telegram

Step-by-step setup for WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack, iMessage, and all 15+ supported platforms.

OpenClaw for Business: Use Cases & Risks

What OpenClaw can do for businesses, the security risks, enterprise bans, and safer alternatives.

What Is Moltbook? The AI Social Network (2026)

Moltbook is a social network for AI agents with 1.6M+ registered bots. How it works, what the bots are doing, and why experts are watching.

How to Uninstall OpenClaw Completely (2026)

Deleting the folder isn't enough. API keys, messaging connections, and memory files remain. Step-by-step removal guide.

Best AI Models for OpenClaw: Ranked (2026)

Claude vs GPT vs DeepSeek vs Ollama local models. Which AI model works best with OpenClaw, and how much each costs.

OpenClaw System Prompt Guide (2026)

SOUL.md, IDENTITY.md, USER.md — how OpenClaw's personality works and how to customize your agent.

OpenClaw Memory: How It Works (2026)

OpenClaw memory is just markdown files. How auto-compaction, FSRS-6 spaced repetition, and optimization work.

OpenClaw Not Working? Fix Every Error (2026)

401 auth errors, 429 rate limits, Telegram not responding, Docker issues. Every common OpenClaw error and how to fix it.

Run OpenClaw on a VPS or Cloud Server (2026)

Always-on OpenClaw on DigitalOcean, Oracle Free Tier, or Hetzner. Docker deployment, security, and cost comparison.

Best OpenClaw Skills to Install First (2026)

The 8 foundational tools, top productivity skills, and the cognitive memory skill. Plus how to vet skills for security.

Why Companies Are Banning OpenClaw (2026)

Palo Alto Networks calls it a 'lethal trifecta.' Naver, Kakao, and Google have banned it. Here's why.

OpenClaw Review: Is It Worth It? (2026)

157K GitHub stars but mixed real-world results. An honest assessment of what works, what doesn't, and who should use it.

The Complete Guide to Claude Code for Marketers

Everything you need to know about using Claude Code for campaigns, content, and competitor research.

How to Automate Your Content Calendar with AI

Turn one content idea into a full month of platform-native posts in under 10 minutes.

Build a Competitor Research System (No Coding Required)

Analyze competitor positioning, ads, and landing pages in minutes instead of days.

Claude Code for Data Analysts: From Manual to Automated

Stop doing the same data work over and over. Build systems that do it for you.

Clean and Transform Data Using Plain English

No formulas, no pivot tables, no VBA. Just describe what you want.

Build Self-Updating Dashboards Without Code

Create reports that refresh themselves. Never copy-paste data again.

How to Train AI on Your Writing Voice

Get AI outputs that actually sound like you, not generic robot copy.

Repurpose One Piece of Content Into 30 Posts

The system for turning a single idea into a month of platform-native content.

AI Content Creation for Non-Technical Writers

A practical guide to using Claude Code when you're not a developer.

AI Meeting Prep: Get Briefings in 2 Minutes

Walk into every meeting prepared without spending hours on research.

How Executives Save 10+ Hours Weekly with Claude Code

Real workflows from leaders who've automated their information overload.

From Information Overload to Signal: AI for Busy Leaders

Cut through the noise. Extract what matters. Make better decisions faster.

Claude Code for Freelancers: Automate Your Business

Build proposal generators, project dashboards, and invoice systems — all without coding.

Document Your SOPs with AI in Under an Hour

Stop being the bottleneck. Get the knowledge out of your head and into systems.

Automate Client Proposals with Claude Code

Generate professional proposals in minutes, customized for each client.

Building Business Systems When You're Not Technical

How non-technical founders are using Claude Code to build operational systems.

Claude Code External Tools: Complete MCP Guide

Connect Claude Code to Slack, databases, and APIs using MCP. Build powerful automations that integrate your entire tech stack.

How to Change Models in Claude Code

Switch between Opus, Sonnet, and Haiku for every task. Save 60% on costs while boosting output quality.

How to Use MCP Servers in Claude Code

Connect Claude Code to GitHub, databases, and 200+ tools using MCP servers. Step-by-step setup guide.

How to Use Hooks in Claude Code

Automate workflows with PreToolUse, PostToolUse, and other hooks for formatting, notifications, and security.

How to Use CLAUDE.md Files: The Complete Guide

CLAUDE.md is the most important file in Claude Code. Set it up once and Claude remembers your preferences forever.

How to Use Slash Commands in Claude Code

Master every shortcut: /init, /model, /resume, and 20+ more commands that make you faster and more productive.

How to Use Plan Mode in Claude Code

Plan Mode lets Claude analyze your code without making changes. The safety net for complex work.

How to Build a Website with Claude Code (Step-by-Step)

Build a complete website using only plain English. No coding required. From description to deployment.

How to Write Better Prompts for Claude Code

Real before-and-after examples showing what works, what doesn't, and why. Dramatically improve your results.

Claude Code Not Working? Here's How to Fix It

Step-by-step solutions for installation problems, authentication errors, and performance issues.

How to Reduce Claude Code Costs

Cut costs by up to 80%. Token optimization, model selection, and smart pricing strategies.

Claude Code vs Cursor vs GitHub Copilot (Honest Comparison)

Features, pricing, and use cases. Which AI coding tool to choose for your needs in 2026.

Claude Code vs Cursor: Which AI Coding Tool Should You Use?

Both tools use AI to help you code, but they take fundamentally different approaches. Here's how to choose.

Claude Code Pricing: What Does It Actually Cost?

Complete breakdown of Claude Code costs, from subscription options to API pricing.

Claude Code for Non-Coders: Yes, You Can Use This

You don't need to be a programmer to use Claude Code. Here's how non-technical professionals are getting value.

What Is Claude Code? The AI Agent That Actually Executes

Claude Code isn't a chatbot. It's an AI agent that runs in your terminal and does real work on your computer.

How to Install Claude Code: Complete Setup Guide

Get Claude Code running on your computer in under 10 minutes. Works on Mac, Windows, and Linux.

Claude Code Tutorial for Beginners: Your First Real Project

Build your first automation in 15 minutes with no coding experience required.

25 Useful Claude Code Prompts You Can Use Today

Copy-paste prompts for file organization, data processing, automation, and more.

Claude Code vs ChatGPT: What's Actually Different?

They're both AI, but they work in fundamentally different ways — and that changes everything.

How to Use Skills in Claude Code

Build custom slash commands with Claude Code skills. Master SKILL.md format, pass arguments, and automate repetitive workflows.

How to Use Subagents in Claude Code

Master Claude Code subagents: Explore, Plan, and custom agents that handle specialized tasks automatically.