Clawdbot
Personal AI Assistant
The AI That Actually Does Things.
Meet Clawdbot AI, the open-source, self-hosted personal AI assistant that clears your inbox, manages your calendar, and integrates with 100+ platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, and Slack. Run it on your Mac mini, PC, or Linux machine with full privacy control.
Get StartedWhat is Clawdbot AI?
| Feature | Clawdbot AI | Conventional AI |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting | Self-hosted on your device | Cloud-based |
| Privacy | Full control, your data stays local | Data sent to third parties |
| Behavior | Proactive (takes action) | Passive (waits for commands) |
| Integrations | 100+ platforms & services | Limited integrations |
| Customization | Fully customizable with skills | Fixed capabilities |
| Cost | One-time setup + API costs | Monthly subscription |
›What It Does
Self-Hosted & Private
Deploy on Mac, Windows, or Linux. Choose between cloud AI providers or run completely offline with local models. Your conversations and data never leave your control.
Universal Chat Integration
Connect through your favorite messaging platform—WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack, Signal, or iMessage. Seamlessly works in both private messages and group conversations.
Contextual Memory System
Builds a personalized understanding of your habits, preferences, and workflow over time. The more you interact, the more tailored your AI assistant becomes.
Web Automation
Navigate websites, complete forms, scrape information, and interact with web applications automatically. Your AI can handle repetitive browser tasks while you focus on what matters.
Deep System Integration
Manage files, execute terminal commands, and run custom scripts directly from chat. Configure permission levels from fully sandboxed to complete system access based on your security needs.
Extensible Architecture
Add capabilities through community-built skills or create custom plugins for your specific workflows. Advanced users can even let the AI develop and deploy its own extensions.
›How to Install Clawdbot AI
Choose your preferred installation method below. All methods work on macOS, Windows & Linux.
1. One-liner (macOS/Linux)
Installs everything automatically. Recommended for most users.
curl -fsSL https://clawd.bot/install.sh | bash2. One-liner (Windows PowerShell)
For Windows users with PowerShell.
iwr -useb https://clawd.bot/install.ps1 | iex3. One-liner (Windows CMD)
For Windows users with Command Prompt.
curl -fsSL https://clawd.bot/install.cmd -o install.cmd && install.cmd && del install.cmd4. npm Package
Install via npm if you already have Node.js.
npm i -g clawdbot && clawdbot onboard5. pnpm Package
Install via pnpm for faster package management.
pnpm add -g clawdbot && clawdbot onboard6. Hackable (Git Clone + Installer)
For those who want to read and modify the source code.
curl -fsSL https://clawd.bot/install.sh | bash -s -- --install-method git7. Hackable (Git Clone + pnpm Build)
Clone, build, and run from source. For advanced developers.
git clone https://github.com/clawdbot/clawdbot.gitcd clawdbot && pnpm install && pnpm run build# You built it, now meet itpnpm run clawdbot onboard8. macOS Companion App (Beta)
Menubar access to your lobster. Works great alongside the CLI.
Requires macOS 14+ · Universal Binary
After Installation
- 1Run
clawdbot onboardto set up your assistant - 2Connect your preferred chat app
(WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, etc.)
- 3Configure your AI model
(Claude, GPT, Gemini, or local model)
- 4Start chatting and watch your AI assistant come to life!
Works With Everything
Clawdbot integrates with 100+ platforms and services out of the box
Understanding Clawdbot Cost
Hardware Requirements
Clawdbot can run on various devices. A Mac mini is a popular choice for its balance of performance and energy efficiency:
- Mac mini M2: $599 (one-time cost)
- Raspberry Pi 4: $75 (budget option)
- Existing PC/Mac: $0 (use what you have)
API Costs
The primary ongoing clawdbot cost comes from AI model API usage:
- Claude API: ~$5-20/month (depending on usage)
- GPT-4 API: ~$10-30/month
- Gemini API: Free tier available, then pay-as-you-go
Total estimated monthly cost: $5-50 depending on your usage and chosen models.
Why Self-Hosting Saves Money
Compared to subscription-based AI assistants ($20-50/month), clawdbot offers:
- No monthly subscription fees
- Pay only for what you use (API calls)
- Full control over costs and usage
- One-time hardware investment
What People Are Saying
Sarah Chen
Product Manager
"Clawdbot has transformed how I manage my workflow. It automatically triages my emails, schedules meetings, and even drafts responses. The WhatsApp integration is a game-changer!"
Marcus Rodriguez
Software Engineer
"As a developer, I love that clawdbot is open-source and self-hosted. I've customized it with my own skills, and it now handles my GitHub notifications and deploys code automatically."
Emily Watson
Entrepreneur
"Running clawdbot on my Mac mini has been incredibly cost-effective. No monthly subscriptions, just pay-as-you-go API costs. Plus, my data stays private!"
David Kim
Freelance Designer
"The Discord and Telegram integrations are perfect for managing my client communications. Clawdbot helps me stay on top of everything without being glued to my phone."
Lisa Anderson
Marketing Director
"I was skeptical about self-hosting, but the installation was surprisingly easy. Now clawdbot manages my calendar, sends reminders, and even generates social media content drafts."
Alex Thompson
Data Scientist
"The skills system is incredibly powerful. I've built custom automations for data analysis and reporting. Clawdbot has become an essential part of my daily workflow."