How to Install ClawHub Skills

Installation Methods

Method 1: CLI Installation (Recommended)

The OpenClaw CLI is the primary method for installing skills from ClawHub.

Install Latest Version

Install Specific Version

Install with Dependencies

Method 2: Web Interface

Browse and find skills on ClawHub.ai:

1. Visit https://clawhub.ai
2. Search for desired skill using vector search
3. Click on the skill to view details
4. Copy the installation command provided
5. Run the command in your terminal

Installation Options

Customize your installation with these command-line options:

Examples

Version Management

Understanding Semantic Versioning (Semver)

ClawHub uses Semver in the format MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH (e.g., 2.1.3):

• MAJOR (2.x.x): Breaking changes, incompatible API
• MINOR (x.1.x): New features, backward compatible
• PATCH (x.x.3): Bug fixes, backward compatible

Version Specifiers

Check Installed Versions

Verification After Installation

List Installed Skills

Check Skill Information

Verify Skill Functionality

Security Checks

Pre-Installation Security Review

• Check Author Reputation: Verify author identity and history
• Read Community Comments: Look for security warnings
• Review Star Count: Popular skills have more scrutiny
• Check Update Frequency: Active maintenance is a good sign
• Verify Skill Permissions: Review what access the skill requires
• After ClawHavoc: Enhanced automated malware scanning

ClawHub's Security Measures

• ✓ Automated malware scanning for all submissions
• ✓ Community reporting system (3 reports = auto-hide)
• ✓ Enhanced review processes
• ✓ Real-time security monitoring
• ✓ Moderation team review

Manual Security Review

For detailed security guidelines, visit our Security Guide.

Common Installation Issues

Uninstalling Skills

Remove Single Skill

Remove with Dependencies

Verify Removal

Updating Skills

Update Single Skill

Update All Skills

Update Strategy

• Critical Security Patches: Update immediately
• Minor Updates: Test in development environment first
• Major Updates: Review changelog for breaking changes
• Subscribe: ClawHub security announcements

Best Practices

Before Installing

• ✓ Review skill description and documentation
• ✓ Check author reputation
• ✓ Read community feedback
• ✓ Verify security status
• ✓ Check compatibility with your OpenClaw version

Version Management

• ✓ Pin specific versions in production
• ✓ Use version ranges carefully
• ✓ Test updates in development first
• ✓ Document installed versions
• ✓ Review changelogs before updating

Security

• ✓ Prefer featured/verified skills
• ✓ Avoid newly published, unverified skills
• ✓ Report suspicious behavior immediately
• ✓ Keep all skills updated
• ✓ Regular security audits

Maintenance

• ✓ Remove unused skills regularly
• ✓ Monitor for outdated versions
• ✓ Document why each skill is installed
• ✓ Backup your skill configuration

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many skills can I install?

A: There's no hard limit, but consider performance impact. Monitor your OpenClaw agent's resource usage and remove unused skills.

Q: Can I install multiple versions of the same skill?

A: No, OpenClaw only supports one version of each skill at a time. Installing a new version will replace the existing one.

Q: Are all ClawHub skills free?

A: Yes, all 3,286 skills on ClawHub are completely free to use.

Q: How do I install skills offline?

A: Download the skill package as a zip file from ClawHub.ai and install locally using openclaw skill install ./path-to-skill.zip

Q: What happens if I install a malicious skill?

A: After the ClawHavoc incident, ClawHub has enhanced security measures. However, always review skills before installing and report suspicious behavior immediately. Visit our Security Guide for more information.