Ubuntu / Debian / Fedora / Arch
Install OpenClaw on Linux
OpenClaw (formerly Moltbot) runs natively on any Linux distribution. Perfect for VPS, home servers, or desktop use.
⚡ Quick Install (Recommended)
One command to install OpenClaw on any Linux distribution:
curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install | bashThis script detects your distro and installs all dependencies automatically.
System Requirements
- ✓Linux kernel 4.18+ (Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian 11+, Fedora 32+)
- ✓2GB RAM minimum (4GB+ recommended for local AI models)
- ✓10GB free disk space
- ✓curl, git (usually pre-installed)
Distribution-Specific Instructions
🐧 Ubuntu / Debian
# Update packages
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
# Install dependencies
sudo apt install -y curl git
# Install OpenClaw
curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install | bash
🎩 Fedora / RHEL
# Install dependencies
sudo dnf install -y curl git
# Install OpenClaw
curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install | bash
🏛️ Arch Linux
# Install dependencies
sudo pacman -S curl git
# Install OpenClaw
curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install | bash
Alternative: Docker Installation
If you prefer containers or have Docker installed:
docker run -d --name openclaw \
-v ~/.openclaw:/root/.openclaw \
-p 3000:3000 \
openclaw/openclaw:latest
Recommended VPS Providers
Run OpenClaw 24/7 on a cheap VPS:
- DigitalOcean Droplet$5/mo
- Hetzner Cloud€3.79/mo
- Vultr$5/mo
- Linode$5/mo
Installation Complete?
Configure your AI provider and start chatting with your personal assistant.