🛑 STOP! Are You Ready?
OpenClaw is NOT a toy. It's a tool for engineers. You must check ALL items to proceed.
Cloud Installation
Compare providers and deployment options.
Provider Comparison
| Provider | Method | Main Pitfall | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostinger | VPS Template | Finding Gateway Token | $6-10/mo | Beginners |
| Zeabur | Docker Image | Port binding restart loop | Usage-based | Developers |
| DigitalOcean | Droplet + Script | Firewall configuration | $6/mo | Power Users |
Hostinger: Finding Your Token
After one-click install, you need the Gateway Token to access the Web UI:
- SSH into your VPS
- Run the command below to find your token
- Use this token to log into the Web UI
ssh root@your-vps-ip
cat ~/.openclaw/.env | grep OPENCLAW_GATEWAY_TOKEN⚠️ Zeabur: Fix Restart Loop
If your container keeps restarting with Invalid --bind:
Add these environment variables:
CLAWDBOT_GATEWAY_BIND=auto
CLAWDBOT_GATEWAY_PORT=18789🔒 Security: Use SSH Tunnel
NEVER expose port 18789 to the public internet. Use SSH tunnel:
ssh -L 18789:127.0.0.1:18789 root@your-vps-ip
Then access http://localhost:18789 in your browser.