What you are downloading
OpenClaw Easy is the one-click desktop installer for the OpenClaw AI runtime. It bundles everything OpenClaw needs to add AI to your messaging apps — WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord, Feishu, LINE — into a signed desktop app that takes about 60 seconds to install.
The download is free, open source under Apache-2.0, and contains no ads, no telemetry on your messages, and no hidden upsell. The source code is at github.com/openclaw-easy/openclaw-easy-desktop; release builds are produced by an auditable GitHub Actions workflow.
System requirements
| Platform | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| macOS | macOS 12 (Monterey), Intel or Apple Silicon | macOS 14+, Apple Silicon |
| Windows | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 11 |
| RAM | 4 GB free | 8 GB free (16 GB if running Ollama locally) |
| Disk | ~250 MB free for install | ~5 GB free if running local Ollama models |
| Internet | Required for first-launch setup & cloud AI | Optional after install if using local Ollama models |
What happens after you install
- You open the app. A welcome flow walks you through three steps: connect a channel, configure AI, start chatting.
- You connect a channel. Scan a QR code for WhatsApp, paste a bot token for Telegram or Discord, OAuth for Slack — whichever you want first.
- You pick an AI. Paste your Anthropic / OpenAI / Google API key, or set up local Ollama, or use the optional Premium credit tier for managed cloud AI.
- The bot replies. Send a message in the connected app. The AI answers. That is the whole product.
If you want a guided walkthrough, the install guide covers each step with screenshots.
Is OpenClaw really free?
Yes. The OpenClaw Easy desktop installer is free forever. The underlying OpenClaw runtime is open-source Apache-2.0.
The only money involved is what your chosen AI provider charges per token — Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, OpenRouter, Venice. If you use a local Ollama model, your AI is also free. The optional Premium credit tier is for users who do not want to manage an upstream API key; pre-paid credits route through AWS Bedrock.
Is the download safe?
Yes — the installer is code-signed:
- macOS: Notarized by Apple. Gatekeeper does not warn on first launch.
- Windows: EV-signed. Microsoft SmartScreen does not warn on first launch.
Source code is public at github.com/openclaw-easy/openclaw-easy-desktop. Release builds are reproducible from the GitHub Actions workflow on every tag push. Installer SHAs and signatures are visible in each GitHub release.
Other ways to install OpenClaw
If you are a developer who prefers the canonical CLI path over a desktop app, install upstream OpenClaw directly from openclaw.ai via npm, Homebrew, or Docker. See OpenClaw Easy vs OpenClaw.ai for the side-by-side comparison.
Linux?
Linux is on the roadmap but not yet shipped as a one-click installer. Linux users today should install the upstream OpenClaw CLI from openclaw.ai via npm or Docker. We will publish a Linux AppImage when the OpenClaw Easy GUI is ready for that platform.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the OpenClaw download link?
For the desktop GUI, the download links are at the top of this page (one per OS). For the CLI, see openclaw.ai.
Is OpenClaw free to download?
Yes. Free forever. No credit card required. No trial period that expires.
Do I need an OpenAI / Anthropic API key to download?
No. The download and install are free with no account. You only need an AI provider when you actually want to chat with the bot — and you can also chat free using local Ollama models with no API key at all.
Will OpenClaw work on Mac with Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes. The DMG is a universal binary that runs natively on both Intel and Apple Silicon. No Rosetta required.
Will OpenClaw work on Windows 10?
Yes. Windows 10 (64-bit) and Windows 11 are both supported.
Why is OpenClaw Easy a separate download from openclaw.ai?
openclaw.ai distributes the CLI for developers; OpenClaw Easy bundles the same runtime inside a signed desktop installer for non-technical users. Same underlying technology, different package — see the comparison.