Your server. Your agent. Your control.

Deploy Hermes Agent or OpenClaw on a VPS you own. Hermes is recommended for most users.

Choose guided Hetzner setup or connect an existing server. Keep control of your accounts, credentials and data.

Your agent runs on infrastructure you control. VPS and AI provider bills are separate.
One-time setup, clear ownershipYou buy setup once and pay your VPS provider directly. Optional Care is separate, while your server stays in your own account.
Product walkthrough

See the setup flow before you sign up.

Preview the current journey: choose one-time Personal or Business setup, create an account, review Checkout, connect a Hetzner or existing VPS, choose Hermes Agent or OpenClaw and verify your Hetzner API token on the same configuration screen, then follow deployment.

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Managed setup, not a hosted black boxClawKickstart handles provisioning, configuration, and deployment while your VPS stays in your own provider account.
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Current setup and deployment stepsThe video illustrates the current purchase and deployment flow with screens based on the product.
Homepage explainer

Illustrative walkthrough of one-time setup, Checkout, and deployment. Optional Care is available after your agent is running.

What this service does

A simple way to get OpenClaw running on infrastructure you own, whether you want an OpenClaw Hetzner deploy or a bring-your-own VPS setup.

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We handle deployment

ClawKickstart creates or connects your VPS, prepares the server, and deploys OpenClaw or Hermes Agent from the browser.

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You keep infrastructure control

Your instance runs on your VPS account, not on shared infrastructure we control behind the scenes.

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Built for busy users

Good for people who want a secure setup, want to move faster, or do not want to spend time on SSH and server configuration.

How it works

After your setup purchase, deploy Hermes Agent or OpenClaw in three steps.

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Connect your server path

Use a Hetzner API token to provision a new VPS, or use a server you already own.

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Choose the setup details

Select your location and server size, or enter your existing server details, depending on the path you choose.

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We deploy and hand over access

ClawKickstart completes the deployment flow, shows progress, and gets your chosen agent live on your server.

Why use ClawKickstart

The main benefits for people who want OpenClaw live without turning setup into a project.

Less setup time

Skip the usual VPS setup work and move from account creation to deployment from one dashboard.

Safer defaults

ClawKickstart is designed to apply opinionated setup defaults so you do not have to figure out every server choice from scratch.

Your infrastructure, not ours

You choose the VPS, keep the provider account, and stay in control of where the instance runs.

Setup pricing

Setup is available now as a one-time purchase. Your VPS and AI provider bills stay separate, and optional Care can be added after deployment.

Personal

Personal setup

One-time setup for one OpenClaw or Hermes deployment on infrastructure you control.

1 490 SEK one-time

VAT included

  • One deployment included
  • Provision any Hetzner server size
  • Hermes recommended; OpenClaw supported
  • Your server and provider account stay yours

Business setup

One-time setup for one deployment, with business security controls and documented handover.

4 900 SEK one-time

VAT excluded · 2 instances included; 2 300 SEK excluding VAT per additional instance. VPS/provider costs separate.

  • One deployment included
  • Business security controls and documented handover
  • Hermes recommended; OpenClaw supported
  • Your infrastructure remains in your account

Keep an eye on it with optional Care

Care is optional. Your agent continues running without Care.

Care Personal

199 SEK/month

VAT included

Health monitoring, incident history, backup checks and email alerts.

Optional after successful deployment. Add Care from your dashboard once your agent is running.

Care Business

990 SEK/month

VAT excluded

Health monitoring across covered instances, security status, incident history and email alerts.

Optional after successful deployment. Add Care from your dashboard once your agent is running.

What you need before you start

A short checklist so the signup flow feels predictable.

Agent VPS setup FAQ

Quick answers for people researching OpenClaw & Hermes self-hosting, VPS setup, and deployment paths.

What is OpenClaw?

OpenClaw is the agent software you run on infrastructure you control. ClawKickstart helps you get OpenClaw live on your own VPS without turning the setup into a manual server project.

How do I install OpenClaw on a VPS?

With ClawKickstart, you choose a plan, connect a new or existing VPS, and let the product handle the OpenClaw deployment flow. The goal is to give you a repeatable OpenClaw VPS setup without scripting the install by hand.

Do I need SSH experience to set up OpenClaw?

No. The main product path is designed for people who want an OpenClaw self-hosted setup without needing SSH experience or day-one server administration knowledge.

Can I use a non-Hetzner VPS?

Yes. Hetzner is the easiest guided path, but you can also use a server you already own if you want to deploy OpenClaw outside Hetzner.

How do I create a Hetzner API token?

Log in to Hetzner Cloud, open your project’s Security area, generate a Read & Write API token, then paste it into ClawKickstart when you provision a new VPS. See the step-by-step guide.

Is this a self-hosted OpenClaw setup?

Yes. ClawKickstart is a managed setup service for self-hosting OpenClaw on your own VPS. You keep the server account and infrastructure control while the product handles the deployment workflow.

What is Hermes Agent?

Hermes Agent is a highly-capable AI framework by Nous Research. ClawKickstart provides a managed deployment path to get Hermes running securely on your own VPS with multi-channel support over Telegram and UI.

Can I choose between OpenClaw and Hermes?

Yes. ClawKickstart supports both frameworks. Hermes is recommended for new deployments, and OpenClaw remains available during setup.

Is Care required?

No. Setup is a one-time purchase. Care is a separate optional service that you can add after your deployment is running.

Questions before you start?

If you are unsure which setup path fits you, contact us before signing up and we will help you figure it out.

Need a quick answer first?

Tell us what you want to run, whether you already have a VPS, and what you are unsure about. We will reply at contact@clawkickstart.com.

No account required. Just send your question.

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