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OpenClaw Installation Guide
Select your system and installation method to get complete OpenClaw step-by-step instructions
Select Your Operating System
Select Installation Method
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Install the App
Open the downloaded DMG file and drag OpenClaw to the Applications folder
/Applications/
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Grant Permissions
On first launch, grant the following permissions:
Notifications - For message alerts
Accessibility - For system integration
Microphone (Optional) - For voice features
Screen Recording (Optional) - For screen sharing
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Verify Installation
Confirm OpenClaw icon appears in the menu bar and shows "Running" status
Running
The app automatically manages the gateway service. No additional configuration needed.
Need CLI access? You can install the command line tool from within the app settings.
OpenClaw Installation Complete!
OpenClaw is now installed and ready to use.