Clawdbot - An open-source AI personal assistant that enables local deployment and control of devices using natural language.

What is Clawdbot?

Clawdbot is a free and open-source personal AI assistant that runs on personal computers (such as Mac, Windows, and Linux). It supports receiving commands and directly operating the computer to complete tasks via chat software such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and iMessage. Clawdbot can organize files, fix code, and manage emails, and supports integration with top-tier models such as Anthropic and OpenAI. Clawdbot possesses permanent memory, remembering user preferences and context to evolve itself and develop new skills based on new commands. Clawdbot's powerful flexibility and scalability make it an ideal tool for improving personal efficiency and productivity.

Clawdbot's main functions

• Task executionIt supports receiving instructions via chat software (such as WhatsApp, Telegram, iMessage) and performing tasks directly on the local computer, such as organizing files, fixing code, sending emails, and managing schedules.
• Multi-platform supportClawdbot can run on multiple operating systems such as Mac, Windows, and Linux, and supports access to mainstream AI models such as Anthropic and OpenAI, as well as local models.
• Persistent memoryIt has powerful memory capabilities, able to remember user preferences, contextual information, and task details, achieving persistent memory across sessions.
• Self-evolutionUsers can teach skills or operational logic, which Clawdbot can internalize as permanent skills and apply in subsequent tasks.
• System OperationClawdbot has the same level of system privileges as human users, allowing it to directly access terminals, write scripts, install software tools, and control smart home devices.
• Gateway integrationClawdbot connects to various chat platforms through a gateway to enable real-time transmission of commands and feedback, supports multi-agent collaboration, and can clone multiple agents as needed.
• Skill expansionIt supports a wide range of skill plugins, allowing users to extend its functionality as needed, such as web research, browser automation, and file management.
• Automated workflowIt supports setting up scheduled tasks and automated workflows, such as scheduled email checks, automated code testing, and report generation.

How to use Clawdbot

• Check prerequisitesEnsure that Node.js (version >= 22) and pnpm (optional, recommended for building from source) are installed on your system.
• Install CLIBy running curl -fsSL https://clawd.bot/install.sh | bash Or run on Windows iwr -useb https://clawd.bot/install.ps1 | iex Install Clawdbot CLI.
• Run the wizard:implement clawdbot onboard --install-daemonConfigure model authentication (OAuth is recommended), gateway configuration, chat channels (such as WhatsApp, Telegram), and pairing defaults.
• Start the gatewayIf the background service was installed via the wizard, the gateway should be running automatically; manual startup is available. clawdbot gateway --port 18789 --verbose.
• Quick Verification:run clawdbot status and clawdbot healthCheck the gateway status and health.
• Connect to the first chat platform:use clawdbot channels login Log in to WhatsApp (scan the QR code), or manually configure a token for platforms such as Telegram and Discord.
• Pairing approvalWhen sending a message for the first time via DM, it is necessary to go through... clawdbot pairing approve <platform> <code> Approve the pairing to ensure the message is processed.
• Run from source code (for development purposes)Cloning Repository git clone https://github.com/clawdbot/clawdbot.gitInstall dependencies and build the project, then run clawdbot onboard --install-daemon.
• End-to-end verificationSend a test message on the new terminal, such as clawdbot message send --target <phone_number> --message "Hello"Ensure Clawdbot responds.
• Optional extensionsInstall macOS menu bar apps, iOS/Android nodes (supporting Canvas, camera, and voice), or set up remote access (such as SSH tunnels or Tailscale).

Examples of Clawdbot usage

• Automated browser shopping

• Automated photo capture

• Chinese learning

Clawdbot's official website address

• Official website addresshttps://clawd.bot/
• GitHub repositoryhttps://github.com/clawdbot/clawdbot

Application scenarios of Clawdbot

• Personal efficiency improvementBy sending commands through chat software, Clawdbot can manage schedules, organize files, and search information, improving personal work efficiency.
• Job automationClawdbot can assist in code development, handle emails, generate project reports, and automate workflows.
• Home AutomationTools for controlling smart home devices, managing family shopping lists, and automatically placing orders make home management more convenient.
• Learning and ResearchIt is used to organize academic materials, provide language learning assistance, and generate study notes to help with learning and research.
• Creativity and Content CreationIt is used to assist in writing, design, and video production, providing creative inspiration and content optimization suggestions.

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