How to configure OpenClaw cloud deployment for multi-user access?

To configure OpenClaw cloud deployment for multi-user access, follow these steps:

1. Set Up the OpenClaw Environment on Tencent Cloud

• Deploy OpenClaw on a Virtual Machine (CVM):
  Use Tencent Cloud's Cloud Virtual Machine (CVM) to host the OpenClaw server. Choose an appropriate OS (e.g., Ubuntu/Debian) and ensure it has sufficient CPU, memory, and storage.
• Install OpenClaw & Dependencies:
  Run the following commands to install OpenClaw and its prerequisites:

  sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
  sudo apt install git cmake build-essential libgl1-mesa-dev libsdl2-dev libsdl2-image-dev libsdl2-mixer-dev libsdl2-ttf-dev -y
  git clone https://github.com/OpenClaw/OpenClaw.git
  cd OpenClaw
  mkdir build && cd build
  cmake .. && make
  

• Configure Networking:
  Ensure the CVM has a public IP or is accessible via a Tencent Cloud Load Balancer for secure multi-user access.

2. Enable Multi-User Access

• Run OpenClaw in Server Mode:
  Start OpenClaw as a dedicated server to allow multiple clients:

  ./OpenClaw -server -port 12345
  

• Configure Firewall & Security Groups:
  • In Tencent Cloud Security Group, allow inbound traffic on the OpenClaw port (e.g., 12345/TCP and 12345/UDP).
  • If using a Tencent Cloud CLB (Load Balancer), configure it to distribute traffic across multiple OpenClaw instances.
• User Authentication (Optional):
  Implement a simple username/password system or integrate with Tencent Cloud CAM (Cloud Access Management) for role-based access control.

3. Scalability & High Availability

• Auto-Scaling with Tencent Cloud CVM Auto Scaling Group:
  Set up an Auto Scaling Group to launch additional OpenClaw instances during peak usage.
• Database for User Management (Optional):
  Use Tencent Cloud MySQL/MariaDB to store user credentials and session data if needed.

4. Client Connection

• Users can connect to the OpenClaw server via IP:Port (e.g., your-server-ip:12345) from their local OpenClaw client.

Recommended Tencent Cloud Products

For optimal performance and scalability, consider using:

• Tencent Cloud CVM (Cloud Virtual Machine) – For hosting OpenClaw.
• Tencent Cloud CLB (Load Balancer) – To distribute traffic efficiently.
• Tencent Cloud VPC (Virtual Private Cloud) – For secure network isolation.
• Tencent Cloud CAM (Cloud Access Management) – For fine-grained user permissions.

Explore more at Tencent Cloud to deploy and manage your OpenClaw environment seamlessly.