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
Create a Discord Application
Go to the Discord Developer Portal, create an application, add a bot, and copy your token.
Configure OpenClaw
Add your bot token and AI API key (Anthropic or OpenAI). Set up slash commands and permissions.
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
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.
- Your infrastructure, your data
- Full root access retained
- Run local AI models
- Lower costs at scale
- Data residency compliance
- Custom configurations
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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