How to Deploy OpenClaw on DigitalOcean in 10 Minutes

DigitalOcean is the fastest way to get OpenClaw running in the cloud. New users get $200 in free credits — enough for 2+ years at the entry tier.

Step 1: Create Your Account

Sign up at DigitalOcean and claim your $200 credit.

Step 2: Create a Droplet

Click Create → Droplets. Choose Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, Basic plan at $6/month (2GB RAM), and your nearest datacenter.

Step 3: Connect via SSH

ssh root@YOUR_IP

Step 4: Install Node.js

curl -fsSL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_20.x | sudo -E bash -
sudo apt-get install -y nodejs

Step 5: Install OpenClaw

npm install -g openclaw
openclaw setup
openclaw start

Step 6: Keep It Running 24/7

npm install -g pm2
pm2 start openclaw --name openclaw
pm2 startup && pm2 save

Your OpenClaw is now live 24/7. Get your $200 DigitalOcean credit →