Deploy Your First OpenClaw Instance

Getting your first OpenClaw instance up and running is easy with Ancher Claw. This tutorial walks you through the entire process from signup to a working deployment.

Prerequisites

• A modern web browser
• An email address for account registration

Step 1: Create Your Account

Navigate to bot.ancher.top and click the Sign Up button. Enter your email address and create a password.

Step 2: Access the Dashboard

After logging in, you’ll see your dashboard. This is your central control panel for managing OpenClaw instances.

Step 3: Deploy an Instance

Click the Deploy button on your dashboard. You’ll need to:

1. Select a region — Choose the location closest to your claw machines
2. Confirm your plan — Review the configuration details
3. Click Deploy — Sit back and wait approximately 2-3 minutes

Step 4: Verify Your Deployment

Once the deployment is complete, your dashboard will show the instance as Active. You’ll see:

• Your instance URL (e.g., relay-xxx.new.app)
• Instance status and uptime
• Connection details

Step 5: Connect Your First Machine

Use the instance URL provided to configure your claw machine’s connection settings. The exact steps depend on your hardware, but generally you’ll need to:

1. Enter the relay URL in your machine’s controller settings
2. Set the authentication credentials
3. Test the connection

What’s Next?

• Learn how to connect to Telegram for remote monitoring
• Read our security FAQ to understand how your data is protected