Openclaw Setup Made Simple

Openclaw requires a minimum of 4GB RAM and 2 CPU cores for basic operation. For optimal performance, we recommend 8GB RAM and 4 CPU cores. Storage requirements depend on your usage, but 20GB SSD is a good starting point. Openclaw supports Linux, macOS, and Windows with Docker.

Yes, Openclaw is safe when properly configured. We recommend following our security best practices guide, which covers API key management, network isolation, and access controls. Self-hosting gives you complete control over your data and security configuration.

Choose Mac Mini for: privacy-focused setups, one-time hardware cost, and local network access. Choose VPS for: 24/7 reliability, remote access, easy scaling, and no hardware maintenance. Many users start with VPS for testing, then move to local hardware for production.

Yes, Openclaw can run on Raspberry Pi 4 or 5 with 4GB+ RAM. While it works for personal use and light workloads, a Raspberry Pi may struggle with heavy concurrent usage. We recommend Raspberry Pi for learning, testing, and personal projects rather than production workloads.

Costs vary by deployment method. VPS hosting starts at $4-10/month. Mac Mini is a one-time cost of $599-$1999 plus electricity (~$5/month). Raspberry Pi costs $75-150 for the kit. API costs for LLM providers are separate and depend on usage.

Yes! We offer a $100 one-time remote deployment service where our experts will set up Openclaw on your infrastructure. This includes configuration, security hardening, and a 30-minute walkthrough. Contact us to get started.