The OpenClaw Hub
ClawHub is the central registry for OpenClaw. It allows you to transform your AI from a simple chat interface into a powerful VPS orchestration tool by adding specialized Skills.
Extension via Skills
A "Skill" is a modular plugin that teaches OpenClaw how to interact with other services on your VPS or external APIs. Whether you want to manage your Pterodactyl panel, check system logs, or connect to GitHub—ClawHub provides the necessary bridge.
Since you are hosting OpenClaw on a VPS, these skills run directly within your server environment, giving the AI the ability to execute tasks locally or remotely via CLI.
Critical Security on VPS
When running OpenClaw on a VPS, your server's security is paramount. Third-party skills have the potential to access your system and data.
Avoid Root Execution: Never run the OpenClaw process as the
root user. Create a dedicated, restricted system user for OpenClaw to ensure that even if a skill is compromised, your entire VPS remains protected.API Scoping: Skills often require API tokens (e.g., for Pterodactyl or Cloudflare). Always use tokens with the minimum required permissions. Do not use Global Admin keys for simple status checks.
Source Trust: ClawHub is an open ecosystem. Before installing a skill and providing credentials, verify the developer and check the source code on GitHub to ensure your data stays private.
How to manage Skills
Management is done entirely through the Command Line Interface (CLI) of your VPS. Use the following commands to find and add new abilities.
Search for available skills
Terminal
clawhub search pterodactyl
Install a skill to your instance
Terminal
clawhub install pterodactyl-control
Further Reading
To make the most out of your OpenClaw installation and keep it secure, we recommend reading our related guides:
Explore the Registry
Find the right tools for your automation workflow on the official Hub.
Visit ClawHub.ai