The Challenge
Traditional AI assistants have significant limitations:
- Only available when you actively open the app
- No persistent memory across conversations
- Cannot proactively reach out with updates
- Siloed to a single platform
What if you could have an AI assistant that works around the clock, remembers everything, and reaches you wherever you are?
The ClawdBot Solution
ClawdBot transforms any VPS or spare computer into a personal AI command center:
Set up my daily briefing at 8 AM:
- Today's calendar events
- Top 3 Notion tasks
- Important email summary
- Weather forecast for my location
Architecture Overview
ClawdBot consists of four core components:
1. Gateway (Control Plane)
The central hub that manages all connections:
- Routes messages between platforms
- Handles authentication and pairing
- Manages scheduled tasks and triggers
2. Agent (AI Brain)
Powered by Claude, GPT-4, or local models:
- Processes natural language requests
- Maintains conversation context
- Executes complex multi-step workflows
3. Skills (Modular Plugins)
100+ community-contributed add-ons:
- Web search and browsing
- Email and calendar management
- Smart home control
- Code execution and file operations
4. Memory (Persistent Storage)
Local Markdown-based memory system:
- Stores all conversations indefinitely
- Semantic retrieval for relevant context
- Cross-platform memory synchronization
Quick Setup (30 Minutes)
Option 1: Local Installation
curl -fsSL https://clawd.bot/install.sh | bash
clawdbot onboard --install-daemon
clawdbot gateway --port 18789Option 2: VPS Deployment ($5/month)
ssh root@YOUR_SERVER_IP
adduser clawd && su - clawd
curl -fsSL https://clawd.bot/install.sh | bash
clawdbot gateway --bind 0.0.0.0 --port 80Real-World Use Cases
Morning Briefing Automation
Configure ClawdBot to send a daily summary at 8 AM:
- Calendar events for the day
- Top priority tasks from Notion
- Unread important emails
- Weather and commute conditions
Cross-Platform Continuity
Start a conversation on WhatsApp during your commute, continue on Discord at your desk, and pick up on Telegram later - ClawdBot maintains full context across all platforms.
Proactive Monitoring
Set up alerts for:
- Stock price movements
- GitHub repository activity
- Server health metrics
- Social media mentions
Cost Breakdown
| Component | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| VPS (Hetzner) | €3-5 |
| Claude API (moderate use) | $20-50 |
| Total | $25-55/month |
Alternative: Use local models via Ollama for zero API costs
Comparison with Alternatives
| Feature | ClawdBot | ChatGPT | Siri/Google |
|---|---|---|---|
| Persistent Memory | Unlimited | Plus only | None |
| Proactive Messages | Yes | No | Limited |
| System Access | Full | No | Limited |
| Self-Hosted | Yes | No | No |
| Monthly Cost | $5-25 | $20 | Free |
Security Best Practices
- Enable sandbox mode for risky operations
- Whitelist specific commands rather than full terminal access
- Use dedicated accounts for messaging platforms
- Run regular audits:
clawdbot security audit
Ready to build your 24/7 AI assistant? Get started with ClawdBot
