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summary: "Managed OpenClaw hosting on xCloud — zero-config deployment"
read_when:
- You want managed hosting without Docker or server setup
- You prefer zero-config deployment over DIY
title: "xCloud"
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# OpenClaw on xCloud

xCloud provides managed OpenClaw hosting with zero-config deployment.
xCloud handles server provisioning, updates, backups, and SSL.

This option suits users who prefer managed infrastructure over self-hosted VPS setup.

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## Quick start

1. Sign up at [xcloud.host](https://xcloud.host)
2. Create a managed server
3. Deploy OpenClaw from the app catalog
4. Access the Control UI from your xCloud dashboard

No Docker, SSH, or manual configuration required.

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## What xCloud manages

- Server provisioning and infrastructure
- OpenClaw installation and version updates
- SSL certificate provisioning and renewal
- Daily automatic backups
- Security patches

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## Connecting channels

### Telegram

1. Open your xCloud dashboard
2. Navigate to your OpenClaw app → Channels
3. Add your Telegram bot token
4. Start chatting with your bot

### WhatsApp

1. Open xCloud dashboard → OpenClaw → Channels
2. Connect WhatsApp
3. Scan the QR code with WhatsApp

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## Accessing the Control UI

xCloud provides direct access to the OpenClaw Control UI from your dashboard.

From there you can:

- View logs
- Update configuration
- Manage backups
- Install skills

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## Updates

OpenClaw updates are applied automatically by xCloud.
You can also trigger manual updates from the dashboard.

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## Backups

Daily backups run automatically.

To restore:

1. Dashboard → OpenClaw → Backups
2. Select backup date
3. Restore

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## Migrating to self-hosted

You can export your OpenClaw state at any time:

1. Dashboard → OpenClaw → Export
2. Download the state archive
3. On your VPS:
```bash
openclaw import state.tar.gz
```

Your memory, configuration, and workspace transfer intact.

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## Support

- xCloud support: [xcloud.host/support](https://xcloud.host/support)
- Email: support@xcloud.host

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## Further reading

- [xCloud Documentation](https://xcloud.host/docs/)
- [VPS Hosting Hub](/vps) for self-hosted alternatives
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- **Railway** (one‑click + browser setup): [Railway](/install/railway)
- **Northflank** (one‑click + browser setup): [Northflank](/install/northflank)
- **xCloud** (managed hosting): [xCloud](/install/xcloud)
- **Oracle Cloud (Always Free)**: [Oracle](/platforms/oracle) — $0/month (Always Free, ARM; capacity/signup can be finicky)
- **Fly.io**: [Fly.io](/install/fly)
- **Hetzner (Docker)**: [Hetzner](/install/hetzner)
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