auto-updater
Automatically update Clawdbot and all installed 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 Clawdbot and all installed 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 Clawdbot and all installed 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 your Clawdbot and skills up to date automatically with daily update checks.
## What It Does
This skill sets up a daily cron job that:
1. Updates Clawdbot itself (via `clawdbot doctor` or package manager)
2. Updates all installed skills (via `clawdhub update --all`)
3. Messages you with a summary of what was updated
## Setup
### Quick Start
Ask Clawdbot to set up the auto-updater:
```
Set up daily auto-updates for yourself and all your skills.
```
Or manually add the cron job:
```bash
clawdbot 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 Clawdbot updates and update all skills. Report what was updated."
```
### Configuration Options
| Option | Default | Description |
|--------|---------|-------------|
| Time | 4:00 AM | When to run updates (use `--cron` to change) |
| Timezone | System default | Set with `--tz` |
| Delivery | Main session | Where to send the update summary |
## How Updates Work
### Clawdbot Updates
For **npm/pnpm/bun installs**:
```bash
npm update -g clawdbot@latest
# or: pnpm update -g clawdbot@latest
# or: bun update -g clawdbot@latest
```
For **source installs** (git checkout):
```bash
clawdbot update
```
Always run `clawdbot doctor` after updating to apply migrations.
### Skill Updates
```bash
clawdhub update --all
```
This checks all installed skills against the registry and updates any with new versions available.
## Update Summary Format
After updates complete, you'll receive a message like:
```
🔄 Daily Auto-Update Complete
**Clawdbot**: Updated to v2026.1.10 (was v2026.1.9)
**Skills Updated (3)**:
- prd: 2.0.3 → 2.0.4
- browser: 1.2.0 → 1.2.1
- nano-banana-pro: 3.1.0 → 3.1.2
**Skills Already Current (5)**:
gemini, sag, things-mac, himalaya, peekaboo
No issues encountered.
```
## Manual Commands
Check for updates without applying:
```bash
clawdhub update --all --dry-run
```
View current skill versions:
```bash
clawdhub list
```
Check Clawdbot version:
```bash
clawdbot --version
```
## Troubleshooting
### Updates Not Running
1. Verify cron is enabled: check `cron.enabled` in config
2. Confirm Gateway is running continuously
3. Check cron job exists: `clawdbot cron list`
### Update Failures
If an update fails, the summary will include the error. Common fixes:
- **Permission errors**: Ensure the Gateway user can write to skill directories
- **Network errors**: Check internet connectivity
- **Package conflicts**: Run `clawdbot doctor` to diagnose
### Disabling Auto-Updates
Remove the cron job:
```bash
clawdbot cron remove "Daily Auto-Update"
```
Or disable temporarily in config:
```json
{
"cron": {
"enabled": false
}
}
```
## Resources
- [Clawdbot Updating Guide](https://docs.clawd.bot/install/updating)
- [ClawdHub CLI](https://docs.clawd.bot/tools/clawdhub)
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