Terms of Service

Last updated: February 5, 2026

Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to OpenClaw AI (openclaw-ai.app), an open-source, self-hosted AI agent platform for task automation. By downloading, installing, or using OpenClaw AI software, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any of these terms, please do not use our software.

About OpenClaw AI

OpenClaw AI is free, open-source software that provides:

• AI agent capabilities for task automation
• Multi-platform messaging integration (WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, etc.)
• Self-hosted operation with complete privacy
• Skills system for custom automations
• Support for multiple LLM providers
• 100+ third-party service integrations

License and Usage Rights

Open Source License

OpenClaw AI is released under the MIT License, which grants you the following rights:

• ✅ Use: Run OpenClaw AI for any purpose, commercial or personal
• ✅ Modify: Edit, customize, and adapt the source code
• ✅ Distribute: Share copies of OpenClaw AI with others
• ✅ Private Use: Use OpenClaw AI internally without sharing modifications
• ✅ Commercial Use: Use OpenClaw AI in commercial environments

Attribution Requirements

If you distribute OpenClaw AI or derivative works:

• Include the original MIT license
• Credit the original authors
• Make it clear what changes you've made (if any)

User Responsibilities

Self-Hosting Requirements

• Your Infrastructure: You are responsible for providing and maintaining the hardware/server where OpenClaw AI runs
• Security: Securing your installation, API keys, and data is your responsibility
• Updates: You choose when and how to update your installation
• Backups: Creating and maintaining backups of your configurations and data

Compliance with Laws

• Follow all applicable local, national, and international laws when using OpenClaw AI
• Ensure your use case complies with regulations in your jurisdiction
• Respect third-party service terms when integrating with external platforms

Responsible AI Usage

• Use AI capabilities ethically and responsibly
• Don't use OpenClaw AI for illegal activities, spam, harassment, or harm
• Respect others' privacy when automating communications
• Follow platform-specific rules for messaging services and APIs

Third-Party Integrations

LLM Providers

When you use external LLM services (Claude, GPT-4, etc.):

• You are responsible for your API usage and costs
• Your data is subject to that provider's terms and privacy policy
• You must comply with their usage policies and rate limits

Messaging Platforms

When integrating with WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, etc.:

• Follow each platform's terms of service and automation policies
• Respect rate limits and usage guidelines
• Obtain proper consent before automating communications with others

Smart Home and IoT

• Secure your smart home integrations appropriately
• Only automate devices you own or have permission to control
• Be aware of security implications of AI-controlled devices

Intellectual Property

Your Content and Data

• You retain ownership of all data, configurations, and content you create
• Your conversations and automations remain private and under your control
• Custom skills you develop are yours to use, share, or commercialize

OpenClaw AI Codebase

• Core OpenClaw AI code is MIT licensed and open source
• Community contributions are welcomed and become part of the open source project
• Brand names and trademarks remain with their respective owners

Skills and Extensions

• Skills shared on ClawHub or GitHub are governed by their individual licenses
• Respect the licensing terms of any skills you use or modify
• Contribution guidelines available in the project repository

Software Warranties and Disclaimers

"As Is" Software

OpenClaw AI is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind:

• ❌ No guarantee of specific functionality or performance
• ❌ No warranty against bugs, errors, or security vulnerabilities
• ❌ No assurance of compatibility with all systems or services
• ❌ No promise of continued development or support

Risk Acknowledgment

By using OpenClaw AI, you acknowledge:

• Self-hosting risks: You assume responsibility for secure deployment
• Integration risks: Third-party services may change or discontinue APIs
• Automation risks: Automated actions could have unintended consequences
• AI limitations: LLM responses may be inaccurate or inappropriate

Limitation of Liability

No Damages Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the OpenClaw AI developers and contributors shall not be liable for:

• Data loss, corruption, or security breaches on your system
• Damages from third-party service integrations
• Costs from AI model usage or API charges
• Business interruption or loss of profits
• Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

Your Responsibility

You agree that:

• You use OpenClaw AI at your own risk
• You're responsible for reasonable testing before production use
• You'll maintain appropriate backups and security measures
• You won't hold the project contributors liable for issues

Community and Support

Open Source Community

• Support available through GitHub Issues, Discord, and documentation
• Community-driven development and feature requests
• No guaranteed response time or resolution
• Commercial support may be available from third parties

Code of Conduct

When participating in OpenClaw AI community spaces:

• Be respectful and constructive
• Help others learn and improve
• Share knowledge and contribute back when possible
• Follow community guidelines and moderation decisions

Changes to These Terms

Version Updates

We may update these Terms of Service:

• Changes will be posted in the GitHub repository
• Major changes will be announced through community channels
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated terms
• You can always review the current terms at openclaw-ai.app/terms-of-service

Backwards Compatibility

We strive to maintain backwards compatibility, but:

• Major version updates may include breaking changes
• Security updates may require configuration changes
• New features may modify default behaviors

Termination

Voluntary Termination

You may stop using OpenClaw AI at any time by:

• Uninstalling the software from your systems
• Deleting your configurations and data
• Discontinuing use of community resources

Effect of Termination

• Your rights under the MIT license continue for any copies you've made
• No obligation to delete derivative works you've created
• Community contributions remain part of the open source project

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service are governed by:

• The laws of the jurisdiction where you use the software
• Open source software principles and MIT license terms
• Applicable international copyright and software law

Disputes should first attempt resolution through:

1. Community discussion and mediation
2. GitHub Issues for software-related problems
3. Appropriate legal channels if necessary

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service:

• GitHub Repository: github.com/moltbot/moltbot
• Community Discord: discord.gg/moltbot
• Documentation: docs.molt.bot
• Issues and Bugs: GitHub Issues tab

Final Notes

Open Source Philosophy

OpenClaw AI embraces open source values:

• Transparency in development and governance
• Community-driven improvement and innovation
• Shared ownership and collaborative development
• Freedom to use, modify, and distribute

Your Success

We want OpenClaw AI to be valuable for your automation needs:

• Contribute feedback to help improve the project
• Share your use cases and success stories
• Help other users in community spaces
• Consider contributing code, documentation, or skills

By using OpenClaw AI, you join a community committed to open source AI automation, privacy, and user empowerment. Thank you for being part of this journey.