Hostinger Managed OpenClaw: Overview and setup

Deploy and configure your OpenClaw AI assistant at Hostinger using nexos.ai integration and automated server management

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Managed OpenClaw is a streamlined solution that simplifies the implementation of personal AI assistants. This feature automates server management, infrastructure updates, and security settings, allowing you to focus entirely on configuring your assistant’s logic and interactions.

You can purchase a Managed OpenClaw subscription in two ways:

  • From hPanel — log in to hPanel and click OpenClaw in the left sidebar. All users can see this menu item and purchase a subscription directly from there.
  • From the Hostinger website — visit hostinger.com/vps/openclaw-hosting and select a plan.

With Managed OpenClaw, you receive:

  • Automated Onboarding: Choose your AI provider and a communication channel like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Hostinger Email.
  • Integrated AI Models: Use nexos.ai to connect with AI models without manual API key configurations.
  • Isolated Environment: Your OpenClaw instance runs within a secure, dedicated Docker container.
  • Managed Infrastructure: Hostinger handles all backend security features and automatic software updates.

Prerequisites

  • A Hostinger account with access to Managed OpenClaw (currently rolling out by region).
  • An active Telegram or WhatsApp account, or a Hostinger Email address, for the AI communication channel.

Set up your Managed OpenClaw instance

To begin, you must first purchase a plan and configure the basic settings:

  1. Get your Managed OpenClaw plan: Visit the Hostinger page for your brand and select Managed OpenClaw.
  2. Scroll down and click on Get OpenClaw. There is only one version for Managed OpenClaw. After selecting this option, you will be directed to the cart to proceed with payment.
  3. Select your plan duration and optional add-ons
    1. Ready-to-use AI: Selected by default; you can add up to 100 nexos.ai credits to start right away.
    2. Instant web search: Add 1000 free Oxylabs AI Studio credits to empower your agents for internet browsing.
      OpenClaw cart options with 24-month period, AI credits, and web search add-ons
  4. Configure the AI Provider: If you purchased the version without Ready-to-use AI, enter your externally generated API key during the onboarding process.OpenClaw AI provider setup with OpenAI selected and API key field below
  5. Select a communication channel:Connect WhatsApp or Telegram directly from hPanel — no need to open the OpenClaw dashboard.
    Hostinger OpenClaw setup screen to connect Telegram, WhatsApp, or Discord to a messaging app
    • WhatsApp: Follow the QR code pairing steps shown in hPanel. Open WhatsApp on your phone → Settings → Linked Devices → Link a Device → scan the QR code displayed on screen.
      Connect WhatsApp screen with QR code for linking a device
    • Telegram: Follow the prompts in hPanel to connect via BotFather.
      Connect Telegram setup screen with bot token field and Next button
      OpenClaw bot account pairing screen with pairing code field and Approve button
    • Hostinger Email: Connect a dedicated Hostinger Email inbox to automate outreach, responses, and notifications. Ask your OpenClaw assistant to connect to your Hostinger Email after setup.
    • Discord: This option is currently under development.
    • If you prefer to connect a messaging app later on, click next to skip this step.
  6. Finalize the installation: he system will prepare your environment. Once complete, click the OpenClaw button to open the interface, or click Access key to copy your unique token.OpenClaw setup complete screen with hostinger site card and Access key button

Set up your AI preferences

After the environment is prepared, send a message saying “Hi” to your assistant through your chosen messaging app. This begins an initial configuration interview where the AI will ask about your communication preferences and personal setup.

Chat interface with onboarding prompt and large highlighted message input box at bottom

Manage your OpenClaw application

After completing the initial setup, you can manage your Managed OpenClaw instances at any time from the OpenClaw section on the Hostinger hPanel side menu.

Hostinger side menu with OpenClaw early access highlighted

For more details, refer to this guide: How to manage your Managed OpenClaw application on hPanel.

By completing these steps, you have successfully deployed a managed AI assistant environment. You can now interact with your OpenClaw instance to automate tasks and streamline your workflow.

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