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AI · January 27, 2026

OpenClaw

The AI that actually does things

OpenClaw launched on January 27, 2026 with 836 votes, #4 of 14,585 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches.

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In plain words

OpenClaw is an AI agent that runs on your computer and connects to chat apps like WhatsApp and Telegram, letting you control your browser, run commands, manage files, and automate tasks from anywhere. It offers persistent memory, full system access with local privacy, and integrates with over 50 services. Designed for developers and power users who want to automate workflows through conversational interfaces.

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From the sources

Formerly Moltbot and Clawbot, OpenClaw turns your computer into a 24/7 personal agent accessible from any chat app. Control your browser, execute shell commands, manage files, and automate workflows via WhatsApp or Telegram. Features persistent memory, full system access, local privacy, and 50+ integrations.

OpenClaw — the open-source AI assistant that runs on your machine and works from the chat apps you already use. For you, or your whole team.

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Pricing, as stated on its site

Free — OpenClaw is a fully open-source AI assistant with no subscription, hosted tier, token system, or business model. Users run it on their own machines with no cost.

checked September 2026 · prices change

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