OpenClaw Free Trial: Start for $0, No Credit Card Required
Last Updated: March 2026
Get OpenClaw Cloud at 50% off your first month — just $29.50 instead of $59.
This page covers exactly what you get, how to claim the offer, and why OpenClaw Cloud is worth it.
The 50% Off First Month Offer
The easiest way to start with OpenClaw is via OpenClaw Cloud at cloud.getopenclaw.ai.
- First month: $29.50 (50% off regular price)
- After that: $59/month — cancel anytime
- Setup time: Under 5 minutes
- What's included: Full AI assistant features, Telegram integration, automations, 24/7 uptime
You sign up, connect your account, and your AI assistant is running. No installation, no server, no config files.
The Other Option: Self-Hosted (Always Free)
OpenClaw is open source (MIT license). That means you can run it yourself — forever, for free.
This isn't a trial. It's just free.
npm install -g openclaw
You pay $0 for OpenClaw. You only pay for the AI API you connect to — Anthropic, OpenAI, Groq, or local models. Typical API cost for personal use: $5–30/month.
If you use a free model tier (like Groq's free API or a local model via Ollama), the total cost is $0.
Cloud vs Self-Hosted: Quick Comparison
| Cloud (50% off first month) | Self-Hosted | |
|---|---|---|
| First month | $29.50 | $0 |
| Ongoing | $59/month | $0 (+ AI API costs) |
| Setup | 5 min, no config | 30 min, some config |
| Runs 24/7 | Yes (our servers) | Only if machine is on |
| Custom skills | Yes | Unlimited |
| Your data | On cloud.getopenclaw.ai | Your machine only |
For quick results with zero setup: Cloud with the 50% off offer. For power use with full control: Self-hosted with your own API keys.
How to Get Started
Option 1: OpenClaw Cloud (Fastest)
- Go to cloud.getopenclaw.ai
- Create your account
- Connect Telegram or another messaging app
- Start chatting — your AI assistant is live
First month is automatically $29.50 — no code needed.
Option 2: Self-Hosted (More Control)
- Install:
npm install -g openclaw - Get an AI API key (Anthropic or OpenAI — free tiers available)
- Run
openclaw setupand follow the prompts - Connect Telegram as your interface
Full setup guide: Get Started
FAQ
Why isn't there a free trial?
Instead of a time-limited free trial, we offer 50% off your first month so you can experience the full product at half the price. Self-hosting is always free if you prefer zero upfront cost.
What happens after the first month?
Your subscription renews at the regular price of $59/month. You can cancel anytime from your dashboard before the renewal date.
Do I need a credit card?
Yes — OpenClaw Cloud is a paid subscription starting at $29.50 for your first month. Self-hosting requires no payment to OpenClaw at all.
Is the Cloud version full-featured?
Yes. The 50% off offer gives you full access to all Cloud features — no limitations compared to the regular paid plan.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel from your dashboard at any time. No lock-in, no cancellation fees.
Start for $29.50 Today
The fastest path: cloud.getopenclaw.ai — up in 5 minutes, 50% off your first month.
If you want full control with no monthly cost: self-hosting guide.
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