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Install OpenClaw on an EDIS Global VPS

OpenClaw is a powerful AI automation tool that can run directly on your VPS.
This guide shows you how to install and securely run OpenClaw on an EDIS Global KVM VPS.
To ensure smooth performance, we recommend:
  • KVM Starter (2 GB RAM) – suitable for testing and light usage
  • KVM Basic Plus (4 GB RAM, 2 vCPU) – recommended for stable, long-term use
OpenClaw may consume significant memory depending on usage and integrations.

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Requirements

Before you begin:
  • A running EDIS Global KVM VPS
  • Ubuntu 22.04 or newer
  • Root or sudo access
  • Internet connectivity

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Step 1 – Connect to Your VPS

Connect via SSH: 
ssh root@YOUR_SERVER_IP

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Step 2 – Install OpenClaw

Run the official installer: 
curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install.sh | bash
This will automatically:
  • Install required dependencies (Node.js, etc.)
  • Install OpenClaw
  • Prepare the system for onboarding

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Step 3 – Run Onboarding

Start the setup wizard: 
openclaw onboard --install-daemon
During onboarding, you will:
  • Configure API keys (e.g. OpenAI, Claude)
  • Set up integrations (optional)
  • Enable background service

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Step 4 – Access the Web Interface

OpenClaw runs locally on port 18789. For secure access, use an SSH tunnel: 
ssh -L 18789:localhost:18789 root@YOUR_SERVER_IP
Then open in your browser: http://localhost:18789

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Security Recommendations

OpenClaw has system-level access and can execute commands. For safe operation:
  • Do not expose port 18789 publicly
  • Use SSH tunneling instead of opening firewall ports
  • Run OpenClaw on a separate VPS
  • Use restricted API keys with limited permissions
If you are using the KVM Starter (2 GB RAM) plan, adding swap improves stability: 
fallocate -l 4G /swapfile
chmod 600 /swapfile
mkswap /swapfile
swapon /swapfile

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Managing the Service

If installed as a daemon, you can control OpenClaw via: 
systemctl status openclaw
systemctl restart openclaw
systemctl stop openclaw

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Troubleshooting

Installation fails or crashes
  • Ensure at least 2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)
  • Add swap if needed
Cannot access UI
  • Verify SSH tunnel is active
  • Ensure OpenClaw is running:
systemctl status openclaw

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Summary

  • Use KVM Starter (2 GB) for testing
  • Use KVM Basic (4 GB) for production
  • Install via one-line script
  • Access securely via SSH tunnel
If you need assistance, our team is happy to help you deploy and run OpenClaw on your VPS.
Last modified on March 23, 2026