Install / macOS
Install OpenClaw on macOS
OpenClaw runs great on Mac mini, Mac Studio, or any Mac. Two ways to install.
Recommended: Install Script
The fastest way to get started. One command installs everything.
Setup
- Open Terminal (Cmd + Space, type "Terminal")
- Run the installer:
curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install.sh | bash
This will install OpenClaw and guide you through the initial setup.
Full Setup Guide →Option 2: Homebrew
If you prefer Homebrew, you can install OpenClaw that way:
brew install openclaw/tap/openclaw
Then run openclaw onboard to configure.
macOS Requirements
- • macOS 12 (Monterey) or later
- • 4 GB RAM minimum (8 GB recommended)
- • 64-bit processor (Apple Silicon or Intel)
- • Node.js 22+ (installer includes this)
macOS-Specific Tips
- • Mac mini / Mac Studio: Great for always-on deployments
- • Homebrew: Use
brew services start openclawto run at login - • Notifications: Enable macOS notifications for alerts
- • Firewall: Allow OpenClaw in System Settings → Privacy & Security → Firewall