OpenClaw is the fastest-growing open-source AI agent platform that automates business processes 24/7. It handles customer support, lead qualification, task management, and integrates with Slack, Discord, and 50+ tools.

How long does OpenClaw setup take?

We deploy your OpenClaw AI agent in 12 hours. This includes server setup, configuration, integration with your tools, and security hardening.

How much does OpenClaw setup cost?

One-time setup fee of $25. No monthly fees to us. You only pay for server hosting (~$10-20/mo) and AI API/token usage (varies by model and volume). Optional support available at $35/hr.

Can I save money with OpenClaw?

Yes. Businesses save $14,000-28,000 in the first year compared to hiring a virtual assistant. OpenClaw works 24/7, never takes breaks, and automates 40+ hours of work per week.

Can I set up OpenClaw myself?

Yes, OpenClaw is open-source. But DIY setup takes 20-40 hours if you know server management, Node.js, and APIs. We deploy your OpenClaw agent in 12 hours and handle all technical headaches.

Is my data secure with OpenClaw?

Yes. Your OpenClaw agent runs on YOUR infrastructure—not ours. Your data never touches our servers. We configure OpenClaw with security best practices, then hand you the keys. Full control, full security.

FEATURES GUIDE

Top 10 OpenClaw Skills Every Business Should Enable

The highest-ROI skills to automate your work, with configuration examples and use cases

OpenClaw comes with 50+ built-in skills that extend its capabilities. Think of skills as apps for your AI agent—each one adds new abilities. This guide covers the 10 skills that deliver the highest return on investment for most businesses.

What You'll Save

36 hrs

Per Week

$93K

Annual Value

Skills

1 week

To Full Setup

1. Gmail / Email Management

Save 10+ hrs/week

Setup: EasyROI: Same Day

What It Does

• Reads and categorizes incoming emails automatically
• Drafts responses to common questions
• Flags urgent emails requiring human attention
• Summarizes long email threads
• Extracts action items and due dates
• Archives or deletes spam/newsletters

Configuration

skills:
  gmail:
    enabled: true
    credentialsPath: /opt/openclaw/gmail-credentials.json
    watchInterval: 300  # Check every 5 minutes
    autoReply: false    # Set to true after testing
    autoArchive: true   # Archive handled emails
    categories:
      - urgent          # Flag for immediate attention
      - follow_up       # Needs response within 24h
      - newsletter      # Auto-archive
      - spam            # Auto-delete
    
    # Smart filtering
    filters:
      fromBoss:
        condition: "from:contains(boss@company.com)"
        action: "flag_urgent"
      newsletters:
        condition: "subject:contains(unsubscribe)"
        action: "archive"

Real-World Use Cases

Customer Support: Auto-responds to "Where's my order?" emails by checking order status and replying with tracking info.

Meeting Requests: Detects meeting requests, checks calendar availability, and drafts acceptance or alternative time proposals.

Newsletter Triage: Automatically archives newsletters and marketing emails, keeping only important messages in inbox.

Pro Tip: Start with auto-categorization only. Enable auto-reply after you've reviewed and approved 20+ drafts to ensure quality.

2. Calendar Management

Save 5+ hrs/week

Setup: EasyROI: Same Day

What It Does

• Reads calendar and identifies conflicts
• Drafts meeting prep notes with agenda and attendee info
• Suggests optimal meeting times based on availability
• Sends reminders with relevant context (docs, previous notes)
• Summarizes upcoming day/week schedule
• Detects and resolves double-bookings

Configuration

skills:
  google-calendar:
    enabled: true
    credentialsPath: /opt/openclaw/calendar-credentials.json
    
    # Daily briefing
    summaryTime: "08:00"     # Send daily summary at 8 AM
    timezone: "America/New_York"
    
    # Meeting prep
    prepTime: "15"           # Minutes before meeting to send prep
    prepInclude:
      - attendee_list
      - previous_meeting_notes
      - shared_documents
      - attendee_linkedin_profiles
    
    # Smart scheduling
    suggestOptimalTimes: true
    workingHours:
      start: "09:00"
      end: "17:00"
    bufferBetweenMeetings: 15  # Minutes

Real-World Use Cases

Morning Briefing: At 8 AM, sends summary of day's meetings with agenda, required prep, and attendee backgrounds.

Meeting Prep: 15 minutes before each meeting, sends notes from previous meeting, relevant documents, and LinkedIn profiles of attendees.

3. Slack Integration

Save 3+ hrs/week

Setup: MediumROI: 1-2 days

What It Does

• Monitors channels for mentions and keywords
• Drafts responses to common questions
• Summarizes missed conversations
• Alerts you to urgent messages
• Automates routine team updates
• Answers FAQ in public channels

Configuration

channels:
  slack:
    enabled: true
    botToken: "xoxb-your-bot-token"
    appToken: "xapp-your-app-token"
    
    # Channels to monitor
    watchChannels:
      - general
      - support
      - sales
      - engineering
    
    # Keywords that trigger alerts
    urgentKeywords:
      - "urgent"
      - "asap"
      - "down"
      - "outage"
      - "help needed"
    
    # Auto-respond to common questions
    autoReply:
      enabled: true
      channels: ["support", "general"]
      onlyWhenMentioned: true
    
    # Daily digest
    digest:
      enabled: true
      time: "09:00"
      channels: ["general"]

Note: Requires Slack bot token with proper permissions. Review responses before enabling auto-reply in public channels.

4. CRM Integration

Save 4+ hrs/week

Setup: AdvancedROI: 1 week

What It Does

• Captures leads from multiple sources (email, web, chat)
• Auto-updates contact records with interaction history
• Scores and prioritizes leads automatically
• Triggers follow-up sequences based on behavior
• Generates pipeline reports
• Alerts on high-value opportunities

Supported CRMs

HubSpotSalesforcePipedriveAirtable

Configuration

skills:
  hubspot:
    enabled: true
    apiKey: "your-hubspot-api-key"
    
    # Lead capture
    autoCreateContacts: true
    captureSources:
      - email
      - website_form
      - chat
    
    # Lead scoring
    leadScoring:
      enabled: true
      rules:
        emailOpened: 5
        linkClicked: 10
        pricingPageView: 20
        meetingBooked: 50
        emailReplied: 15
    
    # Follow-up sequences
    sequences:
      newLead:
        day0: "welcome_email"
        day3: "value_proposition"
        day7: "case_study"
        day14: "breakup_email"
      
      hotLead:
        day0: "personal outreach"
        day1: "follow_up_call"
        day3: "final_attempt"

Additional High-Value Skills

5. Web Search

Save 2+ hrs/week

• Research prospects before calls
• Monitor competitor news
• Verify facts and claims
• Daily industry briefings

Setup: Easy | ROI: Immediate

6. File Management

Save 3+ hrs/week

• Auto-organize downloads
• Extract text from PDFs
• Smart file naming
• Search by content

Setup: Easy | ROI: 1-2 days

7. Task Management

Save 4+ hrs/week

• Create tasks from emails
• Auto-prioritize
• Deadline reminders
• Todoist/Asana/Notion sync

Setup: Medium | ROI: 2-3 days

8. Expense Tracking

Save 2+ hrs/week

• Read receipts from email
• Auto-categorize expenses
• Match to transactions
• Export to QuickBooks

Setup: Medium | ROI: 1 week

9. Social Media

Save 3+ hrs/week

• Monitor mentions and DMs
• Draft responses
• Track engagement
• Instagram/Twitter/Facebook

Setup: Medium | ROI: 2-3 days

10. Memory

Compounding Value

• Learns your preferences
• Remembers decisions
• Recognizes patterns
• Gets smarter over time

Setup: Just enable | Improves daily

Quick-Start Priority Guide

Don't try to enable everything at once. Follow this rollout schedule:

Week 1: Foundation

Enable Gmail, Calendar, and Memory. These provide immediate time savings and start the learning process.

Week 2: Communication

Add Slack integration and Web Search. Handle team communication and research.

Week 3: Operations

Set up CRM and Task Management. Automate sales and project workflows.

Week 4: Optimization

Add File Management, Expense Tracking, and Social Media. Complete your automation stack.

Complete Skills Summary

Skill	Hours/Week	Setup	Annual Value
Gmail	10 hrs	Easy	$26,000
Calendar	5 hrs	Easy	$13,000
Slack	3 hrs	Medium	$7,800
CRM	4 hrs	Advanced	$10,400
Web Search	2 hrs	Easy	$5,200
File Management	3 hrs	Easy	$7,800
Task Management	4 hrs	Medium	$10,400
Expense Tracking	2 hrs	Medium	$5,200
Social Media	3 hrs	Medium	$7,800
TOTAL	36 hrs/week	—	$93,600/year

*Based on $35/hour value of business owner time

Tutorial

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Case Studies

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What You'll Save

1. Gmail / Email Management

What It Does

Configuration

Real-World Use Cases

2. Calendar Management

What It Does

Configuration

Real-World Use Cases

3. Slack Integration

What It Does

Configuration

4. CRM Integration

What It Does

Supported CRMs

Configuration

Additional High-Value Skills

5. Web Search

6. File Management

7. Task Management

8. Expense Tracking

9. Social Media

10. Memory

Quick-Start Priority Guide

Week 1: Foundation

Week 2: Communication

Week 3: Operations

Week 4: Optimization

Complete Skills Summary

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