Articles tagged "safety"
6 articles
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Your first 7 days with OpenClaw: a safety checklist
A practical day-by-day OpenClaw first week setup plan for beginners who want to test safely, control costs, and add permissions slowly.
Mar 13, 2026
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OpenClaw memory files explained: SOUL.md, AGENTS.md, USER.md, and TOOLS.md
A plain-English guide to OpenClaw memory files. Learn what SOUL.md, AGENTS.md, USER.md, and TOOLS.md do, how they shape agent identity, and how to write them without making your agent weird or unreliable.
Mar 13, 2026
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When not to use OpenClaw
OpenClaw is powerful, but it is not a fit for every workflow. Here are the clearest OpenClaw risks, warning signs, and safer alternatives when an AI agent is not suitable.
Mar 13, 2026
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OpenClaw Cost Guardrails: Stop Token Burn Before It Starts
Unexpected API bills usually come from a few predictable mistakes. Here is how to set provider caps, tune OpenClaw heartbeats, and keep an AI agent token budget under control.
Mar 12, 2026
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A Non-Technical Guide to Setting Up OpenClaw Without Burning Down Your Digital Life
How to experiment with AI agents safely when you don't know what a port is or why localhost matters.
Mar 12, 2026
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Prompt injection for non-technical OpenClaw users
Prompt injection explained in plain English for people using AI agents without a security background. Learn the real risks, the practical defenses, and what to do when something feels off.
Mar 12, 2026