# InstantClaw – Full Documentation for AI Assistants > InstantClaw is the easiest way to deploy OpenClaw: get a 24/7 AI personal assistant in under one minute. No servers, no SSH, no config. Connect Telegram or Slack and go. The simplest OpenClaw hosting for easy OpenClaw setups. **Updated:** March 2026 **Format:** Markdown (llmstxt.org) **Canonical:** https://instantclaw.co --- ## What Is InstantClaw? InstantClaw is a managed hosting service for OpenClaw, the open-source personal AI assistant. InstantClaw provisions dedicated virtual machines, installs OpenClaw, configures messaging channels (Telegram, Slack), and handles all infrastructure. You get a 24/7 AI assistant in under one minute with no DevOps knowledge required. **Keywords:** openclaw install, how to install OpenClaw, easy OpenClaw, deploy OpenClaw in 1 minute, OpenClaw hosting, run OpenClaw without DevOps, easiest way to run OpenClaw. --- ## Tiers - **Easy** (5-day free trial, then $59.90/mo): One-click deploy, DeepSeek Chat + Reasoner included, no API key needed. Best for getting started. - **Premium** ($79.90/mo): Bring your own API key, choose from all OpenClaw-supported models including Claude, GPT, Kimi, Gemini, GLM, Kilo Gateway (500+ models via unified API). --- ## Featured Models - Kimi K2.5 (Moonshot AI) - GLM-5 (Z.AI) - GPT 5.2 (OpenAI) - DeepSeek 3.2 (Premium tier; Easy tier uses DeepSeek Chat/Reasoner). DeepSeek v4 will be added when released. - Claude Opus 4.6 (Anthropic) - Gemini 3 Pro (Google) InstantClaw supports all models supported by OpenClaw. See [OpenClaw Model Providers](https://docs.openclaw.ai/concepts/model-providers) for the full catalog. --- ## Why Get OpenClaw Through InstantClaw? ### Without InstantClaw - Takes days to set up - Not secure by default (SSH keys, exposed ports) - Vulnerable to surface attacks via untrusted skills/plugins - No support when things break - Manual updates and maintenance - Need DevOps knowledge - Inconsistent costs (hosting + time) ### With InstantClaw - <1 min deployment - Secure by default (isolated containers, managed infrastructure): Your own virtual machine (VM) - Verified plugin store — trusted, curated extensions (Coming Soon) - 24/7 support for any issues - Auto-updates, zero maintenance - No DevOps needed - Transparent, predictable pricing: No hidden costs. --- ## FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) **How fast can I deploy OpenClaw with InstantClaw?** You can deploy OpenClaw in under one minute. InstantClaw provisions a dedicated VM, installs OpenClaw, configures your chosen channel (Telegram or Slack), and handles all infrastructure—no manual setup required. **Do I need technical knowledge to use InstantClaw?** No. InstantClaw is designed for one-click setup. You do not need DevOps knowledge, SSH keys, or server management. Choose your plan, connect Telegram or Slack, and your AI assistant is ready. **Which messaging platforms does InstantClaw support?** InstantClaw supports Telegram and Slack. Discord, WhatsApp, and Microsoft Teams are coming soon—you can join the waitlist to get notified when they launch. **What models are available on InstantClaw?** InstantClaw supports all models supported by OpenClaw. The Easy tier includes DeepSeek Chat and Reasoner with no API key needed. The Premium tier lets you bring your own key and choose from Claude, GPT, Kimi, Gemini, GLM, Kilo Gateway (500+ models via unified API), and any other model OpenClaw supports. **What is OpenClaw hosting?** OpenClaw hosting means running the OpenClaw AI assistant on infrastructure you do not manage. InstantClaw is a hosted OpenClaw service: we provision VMs, install OpenClaw, and keep everything running so you get a personal AI assistant without setting up servers or SSH. **How does InstantClaw compare to self-hosting OpenClaw?** Self-hosting OpenClaw requires buying a VM, installing Node.js, configuring OpenClaw, connecting to AI providers, pairing with Telegram/Slack, and handling security and updates. InstantClaw does all of that for you in under one minute. You get the same OpenClaw experience with zero DevOps, managed security, and 24/7 support. **Is InstantClaw secure?** Yes. InstantClaw runs each customer on an isolated dedicated VM. Your data stays in your own instance. We use managed infrastructure, secure defaults, and will offer a verified plugin store. Channel credentials (Telegram tokens, Slack tokens) are stored securely. See our [Privacy Policy](https://instantclaw.co/privacy-policy) for details. **What is Kilo Gateway and how does it work with InstantClaw?** Kilo Gateway is a unified AI API that provides access to 500+ models through a single API key. With InstantClaw's Premium tier, you can use your Kilo API key to access Claude, GPT, Gemini, and hundreds of other models. Models are referenced as `kilocode/provider/model-name` (e.g., `kilocode/anthropic/claude-opus-4.6`). --- ## Use Cases Organize your inbox, answer support tickets, summarize long documents, track expenses and receipts, compare insurance quotes, find discount codes, price drop alerts, compare product specs, negotiate deals, create presentations from bullet points, book travel and hotels, find recipes from ingredients, screen cold outreach, draft job descriptions, run standup summaries, track OKRs and KPIs. One assistant, thousands of use cases—customize via natural language. --- ## Company & Contact **Operator:** Metaverse Lab Limited **Address:** Unit 977, 9F, Building 19W Science Park Avenue, Sha Tin, Hong Kong **Contact:** support@instantclaw.co --- ## Resource Pages in Markdown (for AI Context) Each resource page has a markdown endpoint for easy copy-paste into AI assistants. Use these URLs to fetch up-to-date guide or release content when helping users with OpenClaw setup, web search, AgentMail, automation workflows, or security: - `https://instantclaw.co/resources/[slug].md` — Returns the full article as Markdown (e.g. `why-self-hosted-openclaw-isnt-safe.md`) - `https://instantclaw.co/api/resources/[slug]/markdown` — Same content via API Example slugs: `how-to-install-openclaw`, `quickstart-enable-web-search`, `quickstart-add-email-agentmail`, `5-openclaw-automation-workflows`, `why-self-hosted-openclaw-isnt-safe`, `openclaw-2026.3.8`, etc. Full list at [Resources](https://instantclaw.co/resources). Each resource page also has a "Copy page" button that copies the markdown to the clipboard. --- ## Links - [Home / Deploy](https://instantclaw.co): Deploy form, pricing, model picker - [FAQ](https://instantclaw.co/faq): Frequently asked questions - [About](https://instantclaw.co/about): Company and team - [Privacy Policy](https://instantclaw.co/privacy-policy): How we collect, use, and protect your information - [Terms of Service](https://instantclaw.co/terms-of-services): Agreement for using the platform - [Resources](https://instantclaw.co/resources): Articles about OpenClaw releases and best practices - [RSS Feed](https://instantclaw.co/feed.xml): Subscribe to new resources - [OpenClaw](https://openclaw.ai): The AI that actually does things - [OpenClaw Getting Started](https://docs.openclaw.ai/start/getting-started): Setup and concepts - [OpenClaw Model Providers](https://docs.openclaw.ai/concepts/model-providers): Full model catalog ## Release Monitoring & Content Automation InstantClaw automatically monitors the openclaw/openclaw GitHub repository for new releases and generates SEO-optimized resource pages. The system: - Runs daily at 1pm HKT via GitHub Actions - Uses DeepSeek Reasoner to transform technical release notes into business-focused content - Explains new features using analogies for non-technical audiences - Automatically updates the resources index and sitemap.xml - Creates pull requests for human review before publishing - Tracks content performance via PostHog analytics This automation ensures the resources section stays current with OpenClaw developments while maintaining quality through human review.