OpenClaw Setup Skill

Guide OpenClaw installation, configuration, and troubleshooting for messaging platforms.

Updated Feb 22, 2026
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Skill: OpenClaw Setup Skill
Source: https://github.com/dhruvinparikh/skills/tree/main/openclaw
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dhruvinparikh/skills --skill openclaw-setup-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the complex process of setting up and configuring OpenClaw, an AI assistant that integrates with various messaging platforms, ensuring a smooth and secure connection between users, AI models, and their preferred communication channels.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided Installation: Provides step-by-step instructions for installing OpenClaw across different operating systems and deployment methods (quick install, npm, source, Docker).
  • Configuration Management: Details essential configuration settings for gateway, agents, and channels (WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack, Signal, iMessage), including security best practices.
  • Channel Integration: Offers specific setup guides for popular messaging platforms, covering authentication, permissions, and privacy settings.
  • Troubleshooting: Includes comprehensive guides for common installation, runtime, channel, and model-related issues, with diagnostic commands and solutions.
  • Use Case: A user wants to connect their personal AI assistant to their WhatsApp and Discord accounts. They can follow the detailed instructions in this Skill to install OpenClaw, configure the necessary API tokens and settings for both platforms, and troubleshoot any connection issues that arise.

Quick Start

Follow the guided installation process by running the openclaw onboard command in your terminal.

Frequently Asked Questions about OpenClaw Setup Skill

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I connect an AI assistant to messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Discord?

To connect an AI assistant to messaging platforms, you need to install a gateway like OpenClaw, configure model provider authentication, and set up specific API tokens for channels like WhatsApp and Discord. This Skill provides detailed channel integration guides covering authentication, permissions, and privacy settings.

What are the installation methods for configuring OpenClaw with communication channels?

OpenClaw configuration supports multiple installation methods including a quick install, npm, building from source, and Docker deployment. You can initiate the guided installation process by running the `openclaw onboard` command in your terminal to seamlessly integrate your messaging apps.

Does OpenClaw support integration with Telegram, Slack, Signal, and iMessage?

Yes, OpenClaw supports integration with Telegram, Slack, Signal, and iMessage. The setup includes detailed channel configuration for these platforms, covering the necessary authentication, permissions, and privacy settings required to connect your AI assistant securely.

Why is my messaging channel connection not working after AI assistant setup?

If your messaging channel connection is not working, you can use runtime diagnostics and gateway management command references to identify the issue. Common channel and model-related errors during installation or runtime can be resolved using the provided troubleshooting guides and diagnostic commands.

How do I apply security hardening when deploying an AI assistant to messaging apps?

To apply security hardening when deploying an AI assistant to messaging apps, you must configure essential gateway, agent, and channel settings following security best practices. This ensures a smooth and secure connection between users, AI models, and communication channels.