ClawAPI — Model Switcher, Agent Manager & Key Vault for OpenClaw
ClawAPI is a free, open-source native macOS application that lets OpenClaw users switch between AI models from 38+ providers — including OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, Google AI, Groq, Mistral, Ollama, and more — without editing config files. Manage agents, store API keys in the macOS Keychain, and everything syncs to OpenClaw automatically.
Key Features
- Switch Sub-Models Instantly — GPT-4.1, Claude Sonnet 4.5, Grok 4, Llama, and hundreds more. Pick any model from 38+ providers without editing config files.
- Save Money — Use cheaper models for everyday tasks and keep premium ones for when you need them. Switch in one click.
- API Keys Encrypted in macOS Keychain — All credentials stored in macOS Keychain, encrypted at rest by the OS. No plain-text files.
- Agents Tab — Create, edit, and manage OpenClaw agents directly from ClawAPI. Two-step creation wizard, per-agent model selection, channel bindings for Telegram/Slack/Discord.
- Ollama & LM Studio Support — Run models locally with no API key needed. Great for offline use and privacy.
- Auto-Syncs to OpenClaw — Models, keys, and provider priority sync automatically. No restart, no manual wiring.
- Free and Open Source — No accounts, no cloud, no telemetry. Everything runs locally on your Mac.
App Tabs
Providers → Sync → Agents → Activity → Usage
Supported Providers (38+)
Cloud: OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, Google AI, Mistral, Groq, OpenRouter, Cerebras, Kimi (Moonshot), MiniMax, Z.AI (GLM), OpenCode Zen, Vercel AI, HuggingFace, Together AI, Venice AI, Qwen (Alibaba), Volcengine (Doubao), BytePlus, Qianfan (Baidu), Xiaomi (MiMo)
Local: Ollama, LM Studio
Other: OpenAI Codex (OAuth), LiteLLM, Custom
Install
curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Gogo6969/clawapi/main/install.sh | bash
Requires macOS 14+ and OpenClaw installed.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ClawAPI?
- ClawAPI is a free, open-source macOS app that acts as a model switcher, agent manager, and API key vault for OpenClaw. It supports 38+ AI providers and stores all credentials securely in the macOS Keychain.
- Is ClawAPI free?
- Yes. ClawAPI is completely free and open source. No accounts, no subscriptions, no telemetry.
- Which AI providers does ClawAPI support?
- ClawAPI supports 38+ providers including OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, Google AI, Mistral, Groq, OpenRouter, Ollama, LM Studio, and many more.
- How are my API keys stored?
- All API keys are encrypted in the macOS Keychain, the same system Apple uses for passwords and certificates. No plain-text config files.
- Can I use local models without an API key?
- Yes. ClawAPI supports Ollama and LM Studio for running models locally — no API key or internet connection needed.
- What is the Agents Tab?
- The Agents Tab lets you create, edit, and manage OpenClaw agents directly from ClawAPI. It includes a two-step creation wizard, per-agent model selection, channel bindings for Telegram/Slack/Discord, and full agent settings with field help tooltips.
- Does ClawAPI send data to the cloud?
- No. ClawAPI runs entirely on your Mac. There is no cloud component, no analytics, and no telemetry.