Discord Integration

Deploy OpenClaw to Discord

Connect your OpenClaw AI assistant to Discord servers in minutes. Slash commands, threads, embeds, and role-based permissions. Self-hosted - bring your own server.

How to Connect OpenClaw to Discord

Get your OpenClaw running on Discord in three simple steps

01

Create a Discord Application

Go to the Discord Developer Portal, create an application, add a bot, and copy your token.

02

Configure OpenClaw

Add your bot token and AI API key (Anthropic or OpenAI). Set up slash commands and permissions.

03

Invite to Servers

Deploy and invite your OpenClaw bot to Discord servers. Start using slash commands immediately.

OpenClaw Discord Features

Everything OpenClaw can do on Discord

Slash Commands

Native Discord slash command support for your OpenClaw. Commands appear in Discord's menu with autocomplete.

Channel & Thread Support

Your OpenClaw works in text channels, voice channel chats, forum posts, and threads with full context awareness.

Multi-Server Support

Deploy one OpenClaw instance to multiple Discord servers. Per-server configuration and permissions.

Mention & Reply Handling

Configure activation modes: respond to @mentions, replies, or all messages. Smart context threading.

Rich Embeds & Media

OpenClaw sends Discord embeds, processes image attachments with vision AI, and handles file uploads.

Role-Based Permissions

Control who can interact with OpenClaw using Discord roles. Admin-only commands and user restrictions.

Self-Hosted OpenClaw on Discord

Deploy OpenClaw on your own server for maximum control and privacy

Self-Hosted

Bring Your Own Server

Run OpenClaw on your own server from DigitalOcean, AWS, Hetzner, Vultr, or any provider. We deploy and manage the OpenClaw instance for you.

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  • Run local AI models
  • Lower costs at scale
  • Data residency compliance
  • Custom configurations
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What You Need to Run OpenClaw on Discord

Requirements for deploying OpenClaw to Discord

Discord Bot Token

Create an application in the Discord Developer Portal and add a bot to get your token.

AI Provider API Key

Bring your own Anthropic or OpenAI API key. You pay the AI provider directly for full control over costs.

Server Admin Access

You need admin permissions to invite bots to Discord servers. Bot permissions are configured during invite.

OpenClawServer Plan

Plans start at $29/month. Discord counts as one platform connection. View pricing →

OpenClaw Discord FAQ

How do I deploy OpenClaw to Discord?

Create a Discord application in the Developer Portal, add a bot, and copy the token. Connect the token to OpenClawServer, add your AI API key, and deploy. Your OpenClaw is live on Discord within minutes.

Do I need to create a Discord application first?

Yes. Go to the Discord Developer Portal, create a new application, add a bot, and copy your token. Then invite the bot to your server with appropriate permissions.

What AI models can OpenClaw use on Discord?

OpenClaw supports Anthropic Claude (Claude 3.5 Sonnet, Opus, Haiku) and OpenAI (GPT-4, GPT-4o). You provide your own API key. Self-hosted users can run local models for fully private Discord AI.

How much does it cost to run OpenClaw on Discord?

OpenClawServer starts at $29/month. Discord counts as one platform connection. The Discord API is free. You also pay for AI API usage to Anthropic or OpenAI.

Can OpenClaw work across multiple Discord servers?

Yes. One OpenClaw deployment can be invited to multiple Discord servers. Each server can have independent settings, permissions, and activated channels.

Does OpenClaw support Discord slash commands?

Yes. OpenClaw fully supports Discord's slash commands with autocomplete, options, and subcommands. Commands appear in Discord's native command menu.

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