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Ubuntu / Debian / Fedora / Arch

Install Moltbot on Linux

Moltbot (formerly Clawdbot) runs natively on any Linux distribution. Perfect for VPS, home servers, or desktop use.

Quick Install (Recommended)

One command to install Moltbot on any Linux distribution:

curl -fsSL https://molt.bot/install | bash

This script detects your distro and installs all dependencies automatically.

System Requirements
  • Linux kernel 4.18+ (Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian 11+, Fedora 32+)
  • 2GB RAM minimum (4GB+ recommended for local AI models)
  • 10GB free disk space
  • curl, git (usually pre-installed)

Distribution-Specific Instructions

🐧 Ubuntu / Debian
# Update packages
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
# Install dependencies
sudo apt install -y curl git
# Install Moltbot
curl -fsSL https://molt.bot/install | bash
🎩 Fedora / RHEL
# Install dependencies
sudo dnf install -y curl git
# Install Moltbot
curl -fsSL https://molt.bot/install | bash
🏛️ Arch Linux
# Install dependencies
sudo pacman -S curl git
# Install Moltbot
curl -fsSL https://molt.bot/install | bash
Alternative: Docker Installation

If you prefer containers or have Docker installed:

docker run -d --name moltbot \
-v ~/.moltbot:/root/.moltbot \
-p 3000:3000 \
moltbot/moltbot:latest
Full Docker Guide →
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VPS Setup Guide →

Installation Complete?

Configure your AI provider and start chatting with your personal assistant.