OpenClaw on a VPS: What Beginners Should Know

Running OpenClaw on a VPS can be useful if you want your AI agent available without keeping your personal computer running all the time.

Before choosing a VPS, beginners should check a few important things:

Security is also important. Keep the operating system updated, use SSH keys where possible, configure a firewall, and avoid exposing unnecessary ports.

The cheapest VPS isn't necessarily the right choice. Your requirements will depend on how heavily you're using OpenClaw and what other services are running on the server.

Also read: 10 Best OpenClaw VPS Hosting Providers

If you're already running OpenClaw on a VPS, what CPU and RAM configuration are you using?