auto-updater
Automatically update OpenClaw and selected skills once daily. Runs via cron, checks for updates, applies them, and messages the user with a summary of what changed.
Best use case
auto-updater is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Automatically update OpenClaw and selected skills once daily. Runs via cron, checks for updates, applies them, and messages the user with a summary of what changed.
Teams using auto-updater should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/auto-updater/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How auto-updater Compares
| Feature / Agent | auto-updater | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Automatically update OpenClaw and selected skills once daily. Runs via cron, checks for updates, applies them, and messages the user with a summary of what changed.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Auto-Updater Skill Keep OpenClaw and skills up to date automatically with daily update checks. ## What It Does This skill sets up a daily cron job that: 1. Updates OpenClaw itself (via package manager) 2. Updates installed ClawHub skills (via `clawhub update --all`) 3. Sends a summary of what changed ## Setup ### Quick Start Ask OpenClaw to set up the auto-updater: ``` Set up daily auto-updates for OpenClaw and installed skills. ``` Or manually add the cron job: ```bash openclaw cron add \ --name "Daily Auto-Update" \ --cron "0 4 * * *" \ --tz "America/Los_Angeles" \ --session isolated \ --wake now \ --deliver \ --message "Run daily auto-updates: check for OpenClaw updates and update installed skills. Report what changed." ``` ## How Updates Work ### OpenClaw Updates For npm installs: ```bash npm update -g openclaw@latest ``` After update, run health checks: ```bash openclaw --profile default doctor --fix openclaw gateway restart ``` ### Skill Updates ```bash clawhub update --all ``` This checks installed ClawHub skills and updates to latest versions. ## Manual Commands Run a manual skill update: ```bash clawhub update --all --no-input --force ``` List installed ClawHub skills: ```bash clawhub list ``` Check OpenClaw version: ```bash openclaw --version ``` ## Troubleshooting ### Updates Not Running 1. Verify cron is enabled (`openclaw cron list`) 2. Ensure gateway is running continuously (`openclaw gateway status`) 3. Confirm cron entry exists and timezone is correct ### Common Failures - **Permission errors**: ensure the OpenClaw user can write to install paths - **Network errors**: verify internet connectivity - **Broken plugin/provider state**: run `openclaw --profile default doctor --fix` ### Disable Auto-Updates ```bash openclaw cron remove "Daily Auto-Update" ``` ## Resources - https://docs.openclaw.ai - https://clawhub.com
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