DigitalOcean BYOS

Launch OpenClaw on DigitalOcean

Run OpenClaw on DigitalOcean droplets with simple pricing and global data centers. Connect your DigitalOcean account and deploy your AI assistant in minutes.

Getting OpenClaw Running on DigitalOcean

Three quick steps to a working OpenClaw bot on your Droplet

01

Link Your DigitalOcean Account

Generate a DigitalOcean API token and add it to OpenClawBotHosting. We'll securely access your account to manage droplets.

02

Pick a Droplet Configuration

Select your droplet size and region. We recommend 2 vCPU / 2GB RAM for most use cases. Pick a region close to your users.

03

Launch OpenClaw

Click deploy and we handle the rest. OpenClaw is installed, configured, and connected to your messaging platforms automatically.

The Case for Running OpenClaw on DigitalOcean?

A solid middle ground between simplicity, performance, and affordability

Flat-Rate Bills You Can Plan Around

Droplets begin at $4/month. What you see is what you pay. Budget with confidence.

Worldwide Datacenter Presence

Launch OpenClaw in 15+ regions worldwide. New York, San Francisco, London, Amsterdam, Singapore, and more.

Rapid Server Spin-Up

New droplets provision in less than a minute. Your OpenClaw can be running on DigitalOcean within minutes.

Security Baked In

Includes VPC isolation, firewall rules, and built-in monitoring. Solid enterprise-level infrastructure out of the box.

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Deploy to DigitalOcean

Recommended DigitalOcean Droplet Sizes

Find the Droplet tier that matches your workload

Basic

1 vCPU / 1GB RAM / 25GB SSD

$6/mo

DigitalOcean cost

Recommended

Standard

2 vCPU / 2GB RAM / 50GB SSD

$12/mo

DigitalOcean cost

Performance

2 vCPU / 4GB RAM / 80GB SSD

$24/mo

DigitalOcean cost

High Memory

4 vCPU / 8GB RAM / 160GB SSD

$48/mo

DigitalOcean cost

Plus OpenClawBotHosting plan starting at $29/month. View full pricing →

OpenClaw on DigitalOcean FAQ

What is the process to deploy OpenClaw on DigitalOcean?

Create an OpenClawBotHosting account, choose BYOS mode, and paste a DigitalOcean API token. Select a Droplet tier and region, and our automation handles the full deployment — typically wrapped up in under five minutes.

Which Droplet tier works best for OpenClaw?

The Standard tier (2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM, $12/mo) covers the majority of workloads well. If you expect heavy message volume or plan to bridge several platforms at once, stepping up to 4 GB RAM is a good move.

Will an existing DigitalOcean droplet?

Yes — point us at any Droplet running Ubuntu 22.04 or later. Share SSH credentials and we will install OpenClaw on the machine you already have.

Are all DigitalOcean regions compatible?

Every DigitalOcean region is compatible. Pick the location nearest your audience for the lowest latency, or choose based on data-residency rules.

What is the total monthly cost of OpenClaw on DigitalOcean?

Your bill has two parts: the OpenClawBotHosting plan ($29/mo and up) and your Droplet fee (generally $6–48/mo). A basic setup lands around $35/month total, with AI provider usage billed on its own.

Will I still have root access to my DigitalOcean droplet?

Without exception. Root stays with you at all times. We deploy and maintain OpenClaw, but ownership and access to the Droplet never leave your hands.

Launch OpenClaw on DigitalOcean Now

Straightforward billing, worldwide coverage, and hardware you own. Up and running in minutes.