Blogs

Find out exactly what hardware you need to run OpenClaw: RAM, CPU, disk, GPU (optional), and VPS sizing. Includes cloud instance recommendations for every budget.

2026-02-24

Understand the OpenClaw Gateway component: what it does, how message routing works, how to configure it, and the commands to restart it when something goes wrong.

2026-02-24

Connect OpenClaw to DeepSeek models locally via Ollama or the DeepSeek API. Full setup guide with config examples, model comparison, and cost breakdown.

2026-02-24

Step-by-step guide to connecting OpenClaw with Ollama for a 100% local AI agent. No API key needed. Covers model selection, config, and performance tuning.

2026-02-24

Learn what the OpenClaw Chrome Extension does, how Browser Relay works, what permissions it needs, and how to connect it to your self-hosted OpenClaw instance.

2026-02-24

Explore the OpenClaw GitHub repository: folder structure, key files, how to fork, run locally, and contribute your first pull request. Updated 2026.

2026-02-23

Get started with the Gemini 3.1 Pro API in under 10 minutes. Step-by-step guide covering API key setup, Python code examples, thinking level config, and common errors.

2026-02-23

Gemini 3.1 Pro vs Claude Opus 4.6 — benchmark-by-benchmark comparison on reasoning, coding, expert tasks, context window, and price. Find out which model is right for your workflow.

2026-02-23

Gemini 3.1 Pro costs $2/M input and $12/M output — same as Gemini 3 Pro but massively more capable. See the full pricing breakdown, Batch API discounts, and how it compares to Claude Opus 4.6.

2026-02-23

Gemini 3.1 Pro launched Feb 19 2026 with a 2x reasoning boost over Gemini 3 Pro. Learn what changed, key specs, who it's for, and where to access it.

2026-02-23

Go from zero to first automation in 10 minutes: install, configure one channel, and run a working “chat to tasks” recipe.

2026-02-23

Fix OpenClaw problems fast: diagnostic steps, solutions for install/Docker/auth/dashboard failures, and when to reset configuration.

2026-02-22

Secure your OpenClaw deployment: threat model, secrets management, network hardening, least privilege, approval gates, and incident response.

2026-02-22

Protect your DeepSeek V4 workflows from prompt injection. Defense patterns for coding assistants.

2026-02-22

Understand DeepSeek V4 data retention policies before integrating. Questions for API users and self-hosting teams.

2026-02-22

A step-by-step Qwen 3.5 API guide: minimal setup, first request examples, common errors, and production safety practices.

2026-02-22

A realistic look at Qwen 3.5 for coding: what it’s good at, where it fails, and a safe workflow to avoid risky code changes.

2026-02-22

Learn practical prompt patterns to get more reliable outputs from Qwen 3.5 for writing, coding tasks, and structured research.

2026-02-22

A workflow-first comparison of Qwen 3.5, GPT-5, and Claude across reasoning, coding reliability, cost, and day-to-day usability.

2026-02-21

Master OpenClaw skills: what they are, official vs community skills, installation process, safety checks, and version management.

2026-02-20

Build a Telegram bot with OpenClaw: bot creation, command design, smart routing, session hygiene, and webhook vs polling.

2026-02-19

Connect OpenClaw to WhatsApp reliably: QR authentication, session persistence, rate limiting, and recovery from connection drops.

2026-02-18

A hands-on review of Claude Sonnet 4.6 — covering benchmark results, Excel plugin, pricing, real-world testing, and how it compares to Opus 4.5. Better, but not a breakthrough.

2026-02-18

Macaron’s mini-apps powered by GLM-5: what builds better, what still needs guidance, and 5 to try today.

2026-02-15

Install OpenClaw from scratch: step-by-step instructions for all platforms, verification commands, troubleshooting, and clean uninstall procedures.

2026-02-14