Self-Hosted Deployment

OpenClaw on VPS / Root Server

Deploy OpenClaw on a virtual or dedicated server with the provider of your choice. We support any Linux server with root access.

Specifications

Minimum

2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM, 20 GB SSD

Recommended

4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 80 GB SSD

Ubuntu 22.04+ or Debian 12+

Access

Root or sudo via SSH

Network

Public IP address, port 443 open

Providers

Hetzner, Netcup, Contabo, OVH, and more

Free choice of hosting provider

Full control over hardware and configuration

Existing servers can be used

No vendor lock-in

Scalable as needed

Ideal for companies with existing infrastructure

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More responsibility in provider choice

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Server management at provider level (backups, network)

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Not all providers are GDPR-compliant

Create a VPS or root server with your preferred provider. Ubuntu 22.04 or Debian 12+ with at least 2 vCPU and 2 GB RAM.

Ensure SSH access with root or sudo privileges is available. Share the credentials with us securely.

We install OpenClaw, configure firewall, SSL, monitoring, and harden the system following best practices.

Connect your messaging platforms. 14 days of hypercare included.

Which VPS providers are supported?

Any provider offering Linux servers with root access. Popular options in the DACH region: Hetzner, Netcup, Contabo, OVH, IONOS, all-inkl.com.

Can I use an existing server?

Yes, as long as it meets the minimum requirements (2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM, Ubuntu 22.04+). However, we recommend a dedicated server for OpenClaw.

What happens if my server goes down?

With the Managed Care plan, we monitor your server 24/7 and respond to outages. Backups are created automatically.

We set everything up for you — professionally, securely, and GDPR-compliant.