Install OpenClaw on netcup VPS
OpenClaw is an open-source personal AI assistant that runs 24/7 on your own infrastructure. It can manage your emails, calendar, send messages, and automate tasks — all accessible via WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, or any chat app you already use.
Why a VPS Instead of a Mac Mini?
Let’s be honest: you don’t need to drop €700+ on a Mac mini to run a personal AI assistant. OpenClaw runs perfectly fine on a Linux VPS for a few bucks a month. Your AI assistant doesn’t need a fruit logo or a fancy aluminum chassis — it just needs RAM, CPU, and an internet connection.
With a netcup VPS, you get:
- 24/7 uptime without leaving your computer on
- No hardware to maintain
- German data centers with excellent connectivity
- And yes, it’s way cheaper than a Mac mini
System Requirements
OpenClaw requires:
- Minimum 8GB RAM (for Node.js 22+ and AI workloads)
- Linux (Ubuntu recommended) or macOS
- Node.js 22+
- Build tools (make, g++, cmake, python3)
Recommended VPS Plans
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| Plan | RAM | Storage | Network | Coupon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VPS 1000 G12 | 8 GB ECC | 256 GB NVMe | 2.5 Gbit | 1 month free |
| VPS 2000 G12 | 16 GB ECC | 512 GB NVMe | 2.5 Gbit | 1 month free |
| VPS 4000 G12 | 32 GB ECC | 1024 GB NVMe | 2.5 Gbit | 1 month free |
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Installation
Once you’ve ordered your VPS and received the login credentials, SSH into your server:
ssh root@your-server-ip
Then run the OpenClaw installer:
curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install.sh | bash
The installer will:
- Detect your operating system
- Install Node.js 22+ if needed
- Install build tools (make, cmake, g++, python3)
- Install pnpm
- Install and configure OpenClaw
The installation takes a few minutes. Once complete, you can start OpenClaw with:
openclaw
Next Steps
After installation, you’ll want to:
- Connect your chat apps — OpenClaw supports WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, iMessage, and more
- Configure your AI provider — Set up your Claude, OpenAI, or other LLM API keys
- Add skills — Extend OpenClaw with custom skills for your workflow
For detailed configuration, check out the OpenClaw documentation.
Conclusion
Running OpenClaw on a netcup VPS gives you a powerful, always-on personal AI assistant for a fraction of the cost of dedicated hardware. With our coupon codes, you can get started with one month free — and if you’re a new customer, save an additional 5 EUR on top.
Happy automating! 🦞