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OpenClaw (Moltbot) vs Clawdbot

If you’re seeing different names in posts and videos, here’s the short version.

TL;DR

OpenClaw is the current name.
Moltbot is the previous name (you’ll still see it in docs, blog posts, and search results).
Clawdbot is an even older name (shows up in older content).

Why keep “Moltbot” on this site?

Because people still search for it. We use “OpenClaw (Moltbot)” in titles and key pages so users can find the right project even during a rename.

What should you install?

If you’re starting today, follow the latest official installation for OpenClaw. If a command or path still says “moltbot”, treat it as an older reference until the upstream CLI/docs fully converge.

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Note: this page is for naming clarity and SEO continuity, not official trademark guidance.