openclaw-backup
Backup and restore OpenClaw data. Use when user asks to create backups, set up automatic backup schedules, restore from backup, or manage backup rotation. Handles ~/.openclaw directory archiving with proper exclusions.
Best use case
openclaw-backup is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Backup and restore OpenClaw data. Use when user asks to create backups, set up automatic backup schedules, restore from backup, or manage backup rotation. Handles ~/.openclaw directory archiving with proper exclusions.
Teams using openclaw-backup 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/openclaw-backup/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How openclaw-backup Compares
| Feature / Agent | openclaw-backup | 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?
Backup and restore OpenClaw data. Use when user asks to create backups, set up automatic backup schedules, restore from backup, or manage backup rotation. Handles ~/.openclaw directory archiving with proper exclusions.
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
# OpenClaw Backup
Backup and restore OpenClaw configuration, credentials, and workspace.
## Create Backup
Run the backup script:
```bash
./scripts/backup.sh [backup_dir]
```
Default backup location: `~/openclaw-backups/`
Output: `openclaw-YYYY-MM-DD_HHMM.tar.gz`
## What Gets Backed Up
- `openclaw.json` — main config
- `credentials/` — API keys, tokens
- `agents/` — agent configs, auth profiles
- `workspace/` — memory, SOUL.md, user files
- `telegram/` — session data
- `cron/` — scheduled tasks
## Excluded
- `completions/` — cache, regenerated automatically
- `*.log` — logs
## Setup Daily Backup with Cron
Use OpenClaw cron for daily backups with notification:
```json
{
"name": "daily-backup",
"schedule": {"kind": "cron", "expr": "0 3 * * *", "tz": "UTC"},
"payload": {
"kind": "agentTurn",
"message": "Run ~/.openclaw/backup.sh and report result to user."
},
"sessionTarget": "isolated",
"delivery": {"mode": "announce"}
}
```
## Restore
See [references/restore.md](references/restore.md) for step-by-step restore instructions.
Quick restore:
```bash
openclaw gateway stop
mv ~/.openclaw ~/.openclaw-old
tar -xzf ~/openclaw-backups/openclaw-YYYY-MM-DD_HHMM.tar.gz -C ~
openclaw gateway start
```
## Rotation
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