NanoClaw

NanoClaw: Personal AI agent that runs inside isolated Docker containers across multiple messaging channels.

NanoClaw is a personal AI agent that runs inside isolated Docker containers. The architecture consists of a single Node host process that uses SQLite queues to route messages to per-session containers without microservices. Users can connect to messaging platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord, and Signal. NanoClaw uses Claude by default, but also supports Codex, OpenCode, and Ollama. For security, agents do not store raw API keys; outbound requests pass through OneCLI's Agent Vault to inject credentials and enforce rate limits.

NanoClaw at a glance

Best for: Software engineer
Runs on: macOS, Linux, Windows, Slack
Pricing: Free
Released: January 2026
Category: AI agent tool
Website: nanoclaw.dev

Key features

Container isolation using Docker for every agent session
Multi-channel support including WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord, and Signal
Credential management routing through OneCLI's Agent Vault
Per-agent workspaces with isolated instructions, memory, and file mounts
Scheduled tasks that run automated jobs and message users back
Model provider options including Claude, Codex, OpenCode, and Ollama
Single Node host process communicating via SQLite queues

Use it for

Receiving automated morning briefings and weekly reviews over messaging apps
Executing containerized Bash commands without exposing the host system
Connecting individual or shared AI agents across different chat channels
Managing tasks with custom agent groups that maintain distinct memory

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