auto-updater-1-0-0Automatically update Clawdbot and all installed skills once daily. Runs via cron, checks for updates, applies them, and messages the user with a summary of what changed.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install pntrivedy/auto-updater-1-0-0Keep your Clawdbot and skills up to date automatically with daily update checks.
This skill sets up a daily cron job that:
clawdbot doctor or package manager)clawdhub update --all)Ask Clawdbot to set up the auto-updater:
Set up daily auto-updates for yourself and all your skills.
Or manually add the cron job:
clawdbot cron add \
--name "Daily Auto-Update" \
--cron "0 4 * * *" \
--tz "America/Los_Angeles" \
--session isolated \
--wake now \
--deliver \
--message "Run daily auto-updates: check for Clawdbot updates and update all skills. Report what was updated."
| Option | Default | Description |
|--------|---------|-------------|
| Time | 4:00 AM | When to run updates (use --cron to change) |
| Timezone | System default | Set with --tz |
| Delivery | Main session | Where to send the update summary |
For npm/pnpm/bun installs:
npm update -g clawdbot@latest
# or: pnpm update -g clawdbot@latest
# or: bun update -g clawdbot@latest
For source installs (git checkout):
clawdbot update
Always run clawdbot doctor after updating to apply migrations.
clawdhub update --all
This checks all installed skills against the registry and updates any with new versions available.
After updates complete, you'll receive a message like:
š Daily Auto-Update Complete
**Clawdbot**: Updated to v2026.1.10 (was v2026.1.9)
**Skills Updated (3)**:
- prd: 2.0.3 ā 2.0.4
- browser: 1.2.0 ā 1.2.1
- nano-banana-pro: 3.1.0 ā 3.1.2
**Skills Already Current (5)**:
gemini, sag, things-mac, himalaya, peekaboo
No issues encountered.
Check for updates without applying:
clawdhub update --all --dry-run
View current skill versions:
clawdhub list
Check Clawdbot version:
clawdbot --version
cron.enabled in configclawdbot cron listIf an update fails, the summary will include the error. Common fixes:
clawdbot doctor to diagnoseRemove the cron job:
clawdbot cron remove "Daily Auto-Update"
Or disable temporarily in config:
{
"cron": {
"enabled": false
}
}
Generated Mar 1, 2026
A small business uses Clawdbot for customer support and task automation. This skill ensures the bot and its skills stay updated without manual intervention, reducing downtime and security risks from outdated software. It runs daily at a low-traffic time to avoid disrupting operations.
A software development team relies on Clawdbot for code reviews and project management. The auto-updater keeps all skills current, ensuring developers have access to the latest features and bug fixes automatically. This minimizes manual maintenance and keeps workflows efficient.
A university uses Clawdbot to automate administrative tasks like scheduling and student inquiries. This skill schedules updates during off-hours to prevent interruptions during class times, ensuring the system remains reliable and up-to-date for faculty and students.
A freelancer uses Clawdbot for managing clients and projects. The auto-updater handles updates in the background, allowing the freelancer to focus on work without worrying about manual updates or compatibility issues with skills.
Offer this skill as part of a monthly subscription for small businesses, providing automated updates and maintenance to reduce their IT overhead. Revenue comes from recurring fees based on the number of bots or users managed.
Bundle the auto-updater with enterprise licenses of Clawdbot, targeting large organizations that need reliable, hands-off updates for compliance and security. Revenue is generated through upfront license sales or annual contracts.
Include this skill for free in a basic plan to attract users, then upsell premium features like custom update schedules or detailed analytics. Revenue comes from premium upgrades and ads in the skill marketplace.
š¬ Integration Tip
Ensure cron jobs are enabled in the Clawdbot configuration and verify network permissions to avoid update failures during integration.
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