Accepting Clients · February 2026

Your personal AI agent,
set up for you.

OpenClaw is the open-source AI agent with 180,000+ GitHub stars that browses the web, manages your email, writes code, and automates your work — all from a WhatsApp or Telegram message.

The setup is the hard part. I'll handle it in under an hour.

Book Your Setup
~45 min setup time
🔐 Your keys, your data
💳 One-time payment
📍 Berlin or Remote

Not a chatbot. An AI that actually does things.

OpenClaw (formerly Clawdbot and Moltbot) is a free, open-source personal AI agent created by Peter Steinberger. It runs on your own hardware — a Mac, a Linux server, or a cloud VPS — and connects to the messaging apps you already use.


Unlike ChatGPT or Claude's web interface, OpenClaw doesn't just answer questions. It acts: it can run shell commands, control a real web browser, read and write your files, manage your calendar, send emails, post to social media, and even build new capabilities for itself automatically. It uses AI models from Anthropic (Claude), OpenAI, Google, or local models via Ollama.


Think of it as Jarvis from Iron Man — except it's real, it's open-source, and you own it completely. One user's agent negotiated $4,200 off a car purchase over email while he slept. Another's filed a legal rebuttal to an insurance denial without being asked.

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Browses the real web

Researches, compares prices, fills forms, monitors sites — using a full browser, not just an API call.

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Lives in your chat apps

WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord, Signal, iMessage, Teams — talk to it like you'd text a friend.

Automates real work

Email triage, calendar management, code tasks, file organization, smart home control, scheduled jobs — 24/7.

Setting it up is the hard part.

OpenClaw is powerful, but installation involves terminal commands, Docker, SSH, API keys, environment variables, and messaging app configuration. Even OpenClaw's own maintainers warn that users unfamiliar with the command line should seek professional help.


Security matters too — Cisco and CrowdStrike have both published reports on the risks of misconfigured OpenClaw instances. You want it set up right the first time.

Without help

3–6 hours of Googling, debugging Docker errors, configuring SSH, fighting Python dependencies, and hoping you didn't leave a security hole. Most people give up halfway.

With needaclaw.com

45–60 minutes. You prep a short checklist, I handle the technical setup, security hardening, and messaging integration. You start using your agent the same day.

Pick your setup.

In-Person · Berlin

Home Agent Setup

I come to you in Berlin. Full setup on your Mac Mini or local machine with residential IP and desktop access.

€199

One-time fee · Includes Berlin travel

  • Everything in Remote, plus:
  • Setup on your own Mac Mini or hardware
  • Residential IP (no captchas or Google blocks)
  • Desktop browser + local app access for agent
  • iMessage integration via BlueBubbles
  • 1-hour hands-on calibration session
Book Berlin Setup →

Not sure yet?

Book a free 15-minute discovery call. No payment, no pitch — just answers about what OpenClaw can do for your specific situation.

Free Discovery Call →

Three steps. Then it's yours forever.

01

Book & prep

Pick a time slot and pay via Stripe. I'll send a 10-minute prep checklist: create your API keys (Anthropic or OpenAI), choose a VPS provider or have your Mac Mini ready, and set up your preferred messaging app.

02

I set it up

We hop on a call (or I come to you in Berlin). I handle Docker containers, environment config, messaging integration, API setup, and security hardening. You watch, ask questions, or grab a coffee.

03

You own it

I hand you the keys to a running AI agent connected to your apps and ready to work. No monthly fees from me — just your standard AI API costs (typically €20–50/month) and VPS hosting (€5–20/month) if cloud-based.

Frequently asked about OpenClaw setup.

What exactly is OpenClaw and how is it different from ChatGPT?
OpenClaw is an open-source AI agent with 180,000+ GitHub stars, created by Peter Steinberger. Unlike ChatGPT which lives in a browser tab and only responds to prompts, OpenClaw runs on your own hardware, connects to your messaging apps (WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, etc.), and can actually perform actions — browse the web, write and run code, manage files, control smart home devices, send emails, and automate scheduled tasks. It uses Claude, GPT, or local AI models under the hood, and all your data stays on your machine.
Do I need a Mac Mini to run OpenClaw?
No. Most users run OpenClaw on a cloud VPS (Virtual Private Server) costing €5–20/month from providers like Hetzner or DigitalOcean. A Mac Mini is recommended only if you want the agent to use iMessage, access macOS desktop apps, or browse with a residential IP (which avoids captchas from Google). We'll figure out the best option during your free discovery call or at the start of your setup session.
Is it safe to give an AI agent access to my accounts?
OpenClaw is powerful and requires broad permissions. Security researchers from Cisco and CrowdStrike have published detailed analyses of the risks. Professional setup includes sandboxing, separate user accounts, scoped API keys, and permission controls. It's the bleeding edge — there's inherent risk — but a properly configured instance is significantly safer than a DIY installation with default settings.
What are the ongoing monthly costs after setup?
My setup fee is one-time (€99 remote or €199 in-person Berlin). After that, your ongoing costs are: AI API usage with Anthropic Claude or OpenAI (typically €20–50/month for normal use), and VPS hosting if cloud-based (€5–20/month). If running on your own Mac Mini at home, there's no hosting cost. Total monthly running cost for most users: €25–70.
I'm not technical at all. Can I still use this?
That's exactly why this service exists. You don't need to know what Docker, SSH, or environment variables are. I handle all the technical setup. After installation, you interact with your agent through WhatsApp, Telegram, or whatever messaging app you already use — just like texting a friend. The interface is conversational, not technical.
Can I set up OpenClaw myself instead?
Yes, OpenClaw is open-source and free. It includes a CLI onboarding wizard (openclaw onboard). However, the process involves terminal commands, Docker configuration, API key management, environment variables, and SSH access. Most non-technical users report 3–6 hours of setup with significant troubleshooting. OpenClaw's own maintainers explicitly recommend professional help for users unfamiliar with command-line tools.
Which messaging apps does OpenClaw support?
WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord, Google Chat, Signal, iMessage (via BlueBubbles on Mac), Microsoft Teams, Matrix, WebChat, and Zalo. During setup, I configure your preferred channel so your agent is ready to chat immediately.
What happens if something breaks after setup?
You'll have documentation and my contact info. Quick questions via chat are free. If you need a full troubleshooting session, we can book a follow-up slot at a reduced rate. OpenClaw also has an active Discord community with 50,000+ members where you can get help from other users.
Can I use OpenClaw for my business?
Absolutely. Common business use cases include email triage, scheduling, research, content drafting, customer support bots, data entry, and social media management. Since OpenClaw runs on your own infrastructure, business data stays private. Many solopreneurs use it to automate tasks that would otherwise require hiring a virtual assistant.
Is needaclaw.com affiliated with OpenClaw?
No. needaclaw.com is an independent setup service. OpenClaw is open-source software (MIT license) created by Peter Steinberger. I'm an AI engineer who offers professional installation — similar to hiring someone to set up a home server or NAS, even though the software is free.

Built by someone deep in the rabbit hole.

I'm Mahir — an AI engineer based in Berlin. I've built enterprise AI agent platforms, won the Berlin AI Hackathon 2025 (solo, against 119 participants), and spoken at AI Tinkerers Berlin to 150+ engineers.

I know the difference between Claude Opus and Sonnet, why fast mode burns API credits, and how to sandbox these agents so they don't accidentally delete your hard drive.

I've done the debugging so you can just do the prompting.

~45m
Average setup time
24/7
Your agent's uptime
€0/mo
Recurring fees from me
Berlin
Based & available in-person

Ready to get your AI agent?

Pick a slot. Choose: discovery call (free), remote setup (€99), or Berlin in-person (€199).