Windows

Install OpenClaw on Windows (WSL2 Recommended)

Step-by-step guide to get OpenClaw running reliably on Windows.

Fit

Is this setup right for you?

Good fit

You run OpenClaw manually
You're comfortable following guides

Not recommended

You need 24/7 uptime
You don't want to touch system settings

Prerequisites

Before You Start

Windows 10/11
WSL2 enabled
Supported Node.js version
Internet access

Steps

Installation Steps

To ensure correctness and avoid outdated commands, we guide you through the official installation path and highlight what actually matters for this setup.

Step 1 - Follow the Official Installation Guide

OpenClaw's installation commands may change between versions. To avoid copy-paste errors or outdated instructions, we link directly to the official guide for this setup.

Open Official OpenClaw Installation Guide

This ensures you always use the latest and supported installation commands.

Step 2 - Platform-Specific Notes (Read Before Running Commands)

Before running the official commands, review these notes to avoid common setup issues on this platform.

On Windows, WSL2 is strongly recommended for stability
Make sure required ports are not already in use
Use a supported Node.js version as specified in the official docs

Step 3 - Verify Your Installation

After completing the official steps, confirm that OpenClaw is running correctly.

What you should see: a startup or 'listening' message without immediate errors.

What should work: a local dashboard, health endpoint, or CLI response indicating the service is active.

If something doesn't look right, see: Troubleshooting Guide

This guide intentionally links to official installation instructions to ensure accuracy. Platform-specific notes and verification steps are curated and validated to improve success rates.

Verify