Last updated: February 2026

What Is OpenClaw?

OpenClaw is an open-source autonomous AI agent framework (MIT license) with over 60,000 GitHub stars. Formerly known as Clawdbot and also referred to as Moltbot, OpenClaw creates AI assistants that go beyond chatbots — they can execute code, browse the web, manage files, and automate complex workflows. It connects to messaging platforms (Telegram, Discord, Slack) for natural language interaction.

How It Relates to EasyClawd

EasyClawd is the official managed hosting platform for OpenClaw. While OpenClaw can be self-hosted by technical users, EasyClawd provides zero-configuration deployment. Sign up, connect your Telegram bot, and your OpenClaw agent is ready in 5 minutes. AI API access, infrastructure, security, and updates are all included.

The Name History

The project started as Clawdbot, was also known as Moltbot in community circles, and is now officially called OpenClaw. The name reflects its open-source nature and the project's ability to "grasp" and interact with the digital world. All three names refer to the same technology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OpenClaw free?

Yes. OpenClaw is free and open source under the MIT license. You can self-host it at no software cost. EasyClawd managed hosting starts at $24.9/month with everything included.

How many GitHub stars does OpenClaw have?

OpenClaw has over 60,000 GitHub stars, making it one of the most popular autonomous AI agent frameworks.

What happened to Clawdbot?

Clawdbot was renamed to OpenClaw. The technology is the same. Moltbot was also a community name for the same project.

What can OpenClaw do?

OpenClaw can execute code (Python, Node.js, shell), browse the web, manage files, automate workflows, analyze data, and communicate via Telegram, Discord, and Slack.

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