Three ways to host OpenClaw 24/7

1. A VPS you manage

A small cloud server is the classic route. You control everything, but you also own OS updates, Node upgrades, firewall rules, backups and monitoring. Budget for the server plus your model API usage.

2. Docker on a home server or NAS

Containers make upgrades and isolation easier, and hardware you already own keeps costs low. Reliability depends on your power, internet connection and router configuration.

3. Managed hosting

A managed platform like MobiClaw runs the agent, the sandbox, the browser and the scheduler for you. You trade some low-level control for zero maintenance, predictable pricing and a mobile-friendly dashboard.

• Live in about a minute
• Per-agent sandbox containers
• Models included — no API keys
• Cancel any time

Security checklist for any option

• Never run an agent as root on a machine with personal data
• Isolate command execution in a container or VM
• Keep API keys in environment variables or a secrets manager, not in prompts
• Restrict which chat accounts can talk to your bot
• Review scheduled tasks regularly

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest way to host OpenClaw?

Hardware you already own is cheapest in cash but costs you maintenance time. A small VPS is predictable. Managed hosting costs more than a bare VPS but includes model usage, isolation and upkeep.

Is my agent isolated from other users?

Yes. Each agent gets its own workspace, its own sandboxed Linux container for commands, and its own private browser session. Files, logins and memories are never shared between accounts.

Is there a free trial?

Yes. Every paid plan starts with a 24-hour trial for $1 so we can keep abuse out. If you do nothing, the subscription starts automatically after the trial; cancel any time before that from Billing and you will not be charged again.