Is my data secure and encrypted?

All data is encrypted at rest using AES-256 and in transit using TLS 1.3. Your encryption keys are stored exclusively on your dedicated VPS.

Are my conversations truly private?

Yes. Each user gets a fully isolated container environment. We follow a zero-knowledge architecture.

Do you train AI models on my data?

Never. Your conversations and data are never used to train AI models.

What Is Self-Hosting? Self-Host vs Managed Hosting for AI Agents

Self-hosting means running software on your own server infrastructure rather than using a third-party managed service. For AI agents like OpenClaw, self-hosting involves setting up a VPS, installing Docker, configuring the software, obtaining AI API keys, and handling ongoing maintenance, updates, and security patches.

How It Relates to EasyClawd

OpenClaw (formerly Clawdbot/Moltbot) can be self-hosted — it's open source (MIT license). However, this requires Linux, Docker, and networking skills. EasyClawd is the alternative: managed hosting that handles all the complexity. You get the same OpenClaw capabilities without any server management. The choice between self-hosting and EasyClawd depends on your technical skills, time, and priorities.

Pros and Cons of Self-Hosting

Pros: Full control, unlimited customization, potentially lower cost (if you already have infrastructure), complete data sovereignty. Cons: Requires technical skills, time for setup (2-4 hours) and maintenance, separate AI API key costs ($20-100/month), risk of downtime, security is your responsibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I self-host OpenClaw or use EasyClawd?

Self-host if you're technical, want full control, and have time for maintenance. Use EasyClawd if you want zero-maintenance deployment with AI API access included. Most users find EasyClawd more cost-effective when factoring in time and API costs.

Is self-hosting OpenClaw free?

The software is free (MIT license). But you need a server ($5-24/month for a VPS) and AI API keys ($20-100/month). Total: $25-124/month plus your time for setup and maintenance.

How hard is it to self-host OpenClaw?

You need familiarity with Linux, Docker, and SSH. Setup takes 2-4 hours. Ongoing maintenance (updates, monitoring, troubleshooting) requires regular attention. EasyClawd eliminates all of this.

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