Multi-Channel Chat Support
Run WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord simultaneously. OpenClaw routes messages automatically per chat.
OpenClaw
20+ Supported Channels
OpenClaw Channels: Your AI on Every Chat Platform
Connect OpenClaw to 20+ chat apps you already use. WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack, Signal, and more. All through a single Gateway, all self-hosted.
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WHY CHANNELS
Why Use OpenClaw Channels?
One AI assistant, every chat platform. Here's what makes OpenClaw channels powerful.
Privacy-First & Self-Hosted
Self-hosted Gateway means your messages stay on your server. No third-party data collection.
Unified AI Experience
Same AI assistant, same memory, across all your chat platforms. Consistent context everywhere.
FEATURE COMPARISON
OpenClaw Channel Feature Comparison
Compare features across the most popular OpenClaw channels to find the right fit.
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Microsoft Teams
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Matrix
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CHOOSING A CHANNEL
How to Pick the Right OpenClaw Channel
Not sure which OpenClaw channel to start with? Here are the key factors to consider.
By Your Audience
Consider where your users already chat. WhatsApp dominates in many regions, Telegram is popular among tech users, Discord works great for communities. Choose the OpenClaw channel that meets your audience.
Tip: Start with the platform your target audience already uses daily.
By Setup Difficulty
Telegram and Discord are the easiest OpenClaw channels — just create a bot token and go. WhatsApp and Slack require more OAuth/QR setup. Signal and iMessage need additional system configuration.
Beginners: Start with Telegram (Easy). Experienced: Try WhatsApp (Medium).
By Privacy Requirements
All channels are self-hosted through OpenClaw Gateway. For maximum privacy, Signal offers end-to-end encryption. Matrix provides federated, decentralized communication.
High privacy: Signal > Matrix > Telegram. Enterprise compliance: Teams > Slack.
By Feature Needs
Need rich media? WhatsApp and Telegram support images, voice, and files. Need threads? Discord and Slack excel. Need group chat? Most OpenClaw channels support it.
Full-featured: Discord, Slack. Media-rich: WhatsApp, Telegram.
FAQ
OpenClaw Channels FAQ
Common questions about OpenClaw channels and chat platform integration.
Telegram is the easiest - just create a bot via @BotFather, get the token, and you're ready. No QR scanning or complex OAuth flows required.
OpenClaw is self-hosted, meaning all messages flow through your own server. No data is sent to third parties. Use DM pairing and whitelists for additional security.
Most channels support group chats with mention-based activation. Configure trigger words in your channel settings to control when the AI responds in group conversations.
For enterprise teams, Slack and Microsoft Teams offer the best experience with threads, reactions, and admin controls. For smaller teams, Discord provides similar features with easier setup. Mattermost is ideal if you need a self-hosted team solution.
OpenClaw maintains AI context per user across channels. Your conversation history with the AI is preserved regardless of which chat platform you use, as long as the Gateway recognizes your identity.
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