FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about OpenClaw Launch — pricing, features, deployment, and more.
What is OpenClaw Launch?
OpenClaw Launch is a managed hosting platform for OpenClaw AI agents. You configure your bot visually, click deploy, and your AI assistant is live on Telegram, Discord, or the web in under 10 seconds. No Docker, no servers, no command line.
How much does it cost?
The Lite plan starts at $3/month (first month, then $6/month) and includes 1 vCPU, 2 GB RAM, and $1 in free AI credits. The Pro plan is $20/month with 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, and $10 in AI credits. Both include Telegram, Discord, and Web UI support. See full pricing.
What AI models are supported?
OpenClaw Launch supports all major AI models through OpenRouter: Claude Opus 4.6, Claude Sonnet 4.6, GPT-5.2, Gemini 3 Pro, Gemini 3 Flash, DeepSeek V3.2, Kimi K2.5, and more. You can switch models anytime without redeploying. See model comparison.
Do I need technical knowledge?
No. OpenClaw Launch has a visual configurator — you pick your AI model, choose a chat platform (Telegram, Discord, or Web), and click deploy. Everything else (Docker, SSL, monitoring, updates) is handled automatically.
How long does deployment take?
About 10 seconds. After you click deploy, your AI agent instance launches with auto SSL, monitoring, and a connection to your chosen chat platform.
Can I use my own API key?
Yes. You can bring your own OpenRouter API key (BYOK) to use your own credits instead of the included ones. This is useful if you have an existing OpenRouter account or need higher usage limits.
Is my data secure?
Yes. Each instance runs in an isolated Docker container with encrypted configuration. Credentials-authenticated users can optionally enable end-to-end encryption (AES-256-GCM) with user-controlled keys — meaning even we cannot read your configuration. See our security page.
What chat platforms are supported?
Telegram, Discord, and a built-in Web UI are fully supported. Your AI bot runs 24/7 on any of these platforms. You can also connect multiple platforms to the same instance.
What are skills?
Skills are plugins that extend your AI agent's capabilities. OpenClaw has 3,200+ skills available on ClawHub — including web search, file management, email, smart home control, GitHub integration, and much more. See all skills.
Can I self-host OpenClaw instead?
Yes. OpenClaw is open-source software. You can self-host it on your own server using Docker. OpenClaw Launch is for people who want managed hosting without the DevOps work. See our self-hosting vs managed comparison.
How do I cancel my subscription?
You can cancel anytime from the Stripe customer portal — accessible from your dashboard settings page. Your instance will remain active until the end of your billing period.
Do you offer a free trial?
The Lite plan at $3 for the first month is effectively a low-risk trial. If it's not for you, cancel before the month ends and you'll only have paid $3.