Hosting
Managed OpenClaw Hosting
Skip the server setup. We host your OpenClaw AI agent — fully managed, always online, from $3/month.
Watch: OpenClaw Deployed in 19 Seconds
One continuous take on the live product — click Start Free Trial, watch the real-time counter, and the agent answers its first message 19 seconds later.
Why Use Managed OpenClaw Hosting?
Running OpenClaw yourself means renting a VPS, installing Docker, editing JSON config files, setting up SSL certificates, and monitoring your server 24/7. One config typo and your bot goes silent.
OpenClaw Launch handles all of that. You choose a chat platform and click deploy. Your hosted OpenClaw instance is live in under 30 seconds — with automatic SSL, monitoring, and updates included.
What's Included in OpenClaw Hosting
One-Click Deploy
Configure your AI agent visually and deploy in under 30 seconds. No Docker commands, no SSH, no config files.
Auto SSL / HTTPS
Every hosted instance gets automatic SSL certificates. Telegram webhooks and browser access work out of the box.
Real-Time Monitoring
Built-in dashboard with live logs, health checks, and instance controls. Start, stop, and restart from your browser.
Telegram & Discord Hosting
Your AI bot runs 24/7 on Telegram, Discord, or the built-in Web UI. No downtime, no babysitting.
Thousands of Skills
Access the full ClawHub skill library — web search, file management, smart home, email, and thousands more.
Encrypted Configs
Your API keys and configurations are encrypted at rest with AES-256-GCM. We never access your conversations.
Self-Hosting vs. Managed OpenClaw Hosting
Here's how self-hosting OpenClaw on your own server compares to managed hosting with OpenClaw Launch:
| Self-Hosting | OpenClaw Launch | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | 2–6 hours | 30 seconds |
| Server required | Yes — Mac Mini or VPS | No — fully managed |
| Docker knowledge | Required | Not needed |
| Configuration | JSON files (error-prone) | Visual editor |
| SSL / HTTPS | Manual (Caddy/Nginx) | Automatic |
| Monitoring | DIY scripts | Built-in dashboard |
| Updates | Manual docker pull | Automatic |
| Cost | $5–20/mo (VPS) + your time | From $3/mo |
Supported AI Models
OpenClaw hosting supports 8 leading AI models:
- GPT-5.2 — OpenAI's latest flagship model
- Claude Opus 4.6 & Sonnet 4.6 — Anthropic's most capable models
- Gemini 3 Pro & Flash — Google's multimodal models
- DeepSeek V4 Pro & V4 Flash — Frontier performance at ultra-low cost
- Kimi K2.6 — Moonshot AI's latest model
- Free tier — Try OpenClaw with no API costs
Switch models anytime without redeploying. See the full model pricing comparison.
Hosting Plans
Both plans include managed OpenClaw hosting, Telegram & Discord bot hosting, Web UI, auto SSL, monitoring, and access to thousands of ClawHub skills.
| Lite — $3/mo* | Pro — $20/mo | |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1 vCPU | 2 vCPU |
| RAM | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 10 GB | 40 GB |
| Free AI credits | $1/mo | $10/mo |
| Max instances | 1 | 3 |
*First month $3, then $6/mo.
See full pricing details and feature comparison.
How to Get Started
- Configure — Go to openclawlaunch.com and use the visual editor to pick your AI model and chat platform.
- Deploy — Click one button. Your managed OpenClaw instance launches in under 30 seconds.
- Connect — Chat with your AI agent on Telegram, Discord, or the Web UI. Monitor everything from the dashboard.
How We Compare
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Already Self-Hosting?
If you're currently running OpenClaw on your own server and want to switch to managed hosting, just recreate your configuration in the visual editor and deploy. Your bot will be live in seconds. No migration scripts needed — just configure and go.
For a detailed comparison of self-hosting vs. managed hosting, see our OpenClaw install guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OpenClaw hosting?
OpenClaw hosting is a managed service that runs your OpenClaw AI agent in the cloud, so you do not have to operate a server yourself. Self-hosting OpenClaw normally means renting a VPS, installing Docker, editing JSON config files, and managing SSL and uptime — typically 2–6 hours of setup. With managed hosting on OpenClaw Launch, you configure the agent visually in the browser and deploy in about 30 seconds; the platform provisions an isolated Docker container with automatic SSL, real-time logs, a web terminal, a file manager, and automatic framework updates. Your agent connects to Telegram, Discord, WhatsApp, and 9+ other channels, and you keep full control through the dashboard, including direct terminal access when you want it.
How much does OpenClaw hosting cost?
OpenClaw Launch has three tiers. A free 30-minute trial (no credit card) lets you test a real agent on web chat with free models. The Lite plan is $3 for the first month, then $6/month — or $60/year ($5/month effective) — and includes 1 vCPU, 2 GB RAM, 10 GB storage, one instance, and $1/month in AI credits. The Pro plan is $20/month — or $200/year ($16.67/month effective) — with 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 40 GB storage, up to 3 instances, and $10/month in AI credits. For comparison, self-hosting typically costs $5–20/month for a VPS plus several hours of setup and ongoing maintenance. Annual plans include a 30-day refund window, and you can cancel monthly plans anytime.
Do I need Docker or a server for OpenClaw hosting?
No. OpenClaw Launch is fully managed: Docker, servers, networking, SSL certificates, monitoring, and framework updates are all handled for you. You choose an AI model and a chat platform in the visual configurator and click Deploy — the platform provisions an isolated container and your agent is live in about 30 seconds. This is the key difference from VPS-based OpenClaw hosting (Hostinger, DigitalOcean, Hetzner, and similar), where a one-click template still leaves you responsible for the operating system, Docker, security patches, SSL, and framework upgrades. Power users still get a full web terminal and file manager for direct access to the running instance.
What is the best OpenClaw hosting option?
It depends on how much infrastructure work you want. Fully managed hosting (OpenClaw Launch) is best if you want zero DevOps: deploy in 30 seconds, automatic updates and SSL, isolated containers, web terminal, and support for Telegram, Discord, WhatsApp, and 9+ channels, from $3 for the first month. A VPS with a one-click template (Hostinger, DigitalOcean) suits users comfortable managing Linux and Docker who want root control, from roughly $5–10/month plus maintenance time. Fully DIY self-hosting on your own hardware is free apart from hardware and electricity but requires the most setup and upkeep. A detailed comparison of all options is in our best OpenClaw hosting guide.
Which AI models can a hosted OpenClaw agent use?
Hosted OpenClaw agents on OpenClaw Launch support the leading models: GPT-5.2 (OpenAI), Claude Opus 4.6 and Sonnet 4.6 (Anthropic), Gemini 3 Pro and Flash (Google), DeepSeek V4 Pro and Flash, Kimi K2.6, and a free-tier model for trials. You can switch models anytime from the dashboard without redeploying. Plans include monthly AI credits ($1 on Lite, $10 on Pro) that route through OpenRouter at standard rates, and BYOK is supported — bring your own OpenRouter API key, or connect an existing ChatGPT Plus or Claude subscription to use those models at no extra API cost.
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