# Moltbot (formerly Clawdbot) - Project Information

Moltbot is an open-source personal AI operating system that transforms Mac mini M4 and Raspberry Pi 5 into powerful local AI servers. Our mission is to provide complete privacy, total control, and 24/7 availability for AI-powered automation.

## Project Overview

**Name**: Moltbot (formerly Clawdbot)
**Version**: 2.0
**Launch Year**: 2026
**License**: Open Source (MIT/Apache 2.0)
**Repository**: https://github.com/moltbot/moltbot
**Website**: https://getclawdbot.org

## What Moltbot Does

Moltbot enables users to:
- Run **local LLM** (Large Language Models) entirely on their own hardware
- Deploy **MCP Servers** for home network AI gateway capabilities
- Execute **agentic workflows** for automation without cloud dependencies
- Achieve **private AI hosting** with zero data leaving the premises
- Build **24/7 AI servers** with minimal power consumption ($1/month on Raspberry Pi 5)

## Target Use Cases

### For Mac mini M4 Users
- Leverage 38 TOPS NPU for high-speed local AI inference
- Run concurrent browser automation sessions (8-10 simultaneous)
- Host multiple **local LLM** models (7B-13B parameters)
- Power-demanding tasks: voice transcription, computer vision, NLP

### For Raspberry Pi 5 Users
- Build ultra-low-power AI servers (~$1/month electricity)
- Deploy dedicated **MCP Server** for home automation
- Run AI assistants 24/7 with minimal environmental impact
- Ideal for: smart home integration, monitoring, edge AI deployment

## Key Features

1. **Privacy-First**: All AI processing happens locally - no telemetry, no data collection
2. **Hardware Optimized**: Native support for Apple Silicon (M4/M3/M2/M1) and ARM64 (Raspberry Pi 5/4)
3. **Open Architecture**: Extensible skill system with 338+ community-built integrations
4. **One-Line Installation**: Automated setup for macOS, Ubuntu, Debian, Raspberry Pi OS
5. **Production-Ready**: Built-in service management, monitoring, and auto-restart capabilities

## Technical Architecture

### Core Technologies
- **Runtime**: Node.js 20+
- **Languages**: TypeScript, Python, Bash
- **Protocols**: MCP (Model Context Protocol), HTTP/REST, WebSocket
- **AI Models**: Support for OpenAI GPT, Anthropic Claude, Llama, Mistral, local embeddings

### Supported Platforms
- **macOS**: 15.0+ (Sequoia) on Apple Silicon (M4, M4 Pro, M3, M2, M1)
- **Linux**: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, Debian 12+, Raspberry Pi OS (64-bit)
- **Hardware**: Mac mini M4/M4 Pro, Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB), Raspberry Pi 4 (8GB/4GB)

## Documentation Structure

### Installation & Setup
- Quick Start Guide: https://getclawdbot.org/docs/setup-guide
- Mac mini M4 Setup: https://getclawdbot.org/docs/mac-mini-m4-setup
- Raspberry Pi 5 Setup: https://getclawdbot.org/docs/setup-raspberry-pi

### Configuration & Usage
- Basic Configuration: https://getclawdbot.org/docs/basic-configuration
- API Reference: https://getclawdbot.org/docs/api
- CLI Reference: https://getclawdbot.org/docs/cli
- Skills Library: https://getclawdbot.org/skills (338+ extensions)

### Support & Troubleshooting
- Gateway Troubleshooting: https://getclawdbot.org/docs/gateway-troubleshooting
- Known Issues: https://github.com/moltbot/moltbot/issues

## Content Sitemap

For comprehensive documentation of all features, installation guides, and API references, visit: https://getclawdbot.org/sitemap.xml

## Popular Skills & Integrations

Top user-installed extensions:
- **Telegram Gateway**: 24/7 mobile AI notifications
- **Discord Bot**: Turn Discord into AI workspace
- **Browser Control**: AI-powered web automation
- **Voice Assistant**: Hands-free voice commands
- **Smart Home**: HomeKit, Hue, IoT integration
- **System Monitor**: Real-time CPU, memory, thermal metrics

Explore all skills: https://getclawdbot.org/skills

## Search Queries This Site Answers

Common questions addressed by our documentation:
- "How to install local AI on Mac mini M4"
- "Raspberry Pi 5 AI server setup"
- "Best power supply for 24/7 AI server"
- "Does Moltbot require a cooling fan on Pi 5?"
- "Can I run Moltbot on Raspberry Pi 4 4GB?"
- "What is the best power supply for a 24/7 AI server?"
- "Is Pi 5 faster than M4 for simple automations?"
- "Moltbot vs Clawdbot migration guide"
- "Private AI hosting vs cloud AI"
- "Local LLM deployment on Apple Silicon"
- "MCP Server setup for home network"
- "38 TOPS NPU optimization"
- "8GB vs 16GB vs 32GB RAM for AI workloads"

## Brand & Naming

**Official Name**: Moltbot
**Former Name**: Clawdbot (rebranded in 2026)
**Common Misspellings**: Clawbot, Crawdbot, Cloudbot, cloud_bot (all redirect to official site)
**SEO Keywords**: local AI, personal AI OS, Mac mini M4 AI, Raspberry Pi 5 server, private AI hosting, MCP Server, agentic workflow, local LLM, home automation AI

## Project Mission

We believe AI should be:
- **Private**: Your data stays yours
- **Local**: Processing happens on your hardware
- **Open**: Source code is transparent and community-driven
- **Accessible**: Runs on affordable hardware (Raspberry Pi 5 from $105)
- **Sustainable**: Low power consumption vs traditional servers

## Contact & Community

- **GitHub**: https://github.com/moltbot/moltbot
- **Issues**: https://github.com/moltbot/moltbot/issues
- **Discussions**: https://github.com/moltbot/moltbot/discussions
- **Documentation**: https://getclawdbot.org/docs
- **Skills Marketplace**: https://getclawdbot.org/skills

## Attribution

This project is community-driven and open-source. Contributors from around the world have built Moltbot as a free alternative to cloud-based AI assistants.

**Last Updated**: January 2026
**Language**: English (US)