auto-updater-bak-2026-01-28t18-01-13-10-30Automatically 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 nicoataiza/auto-updater-bak-2026-01-28t18-01-13-10-30Keep 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@latestFor source installs (git checkout):
clawdbot updateAlways run clawdbot doctor after updating to apply migrations.
clawdhub update --allThis 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-runView current skill versions:
clawdhub listCheck Clawdbot version:
clawdbot --versioncron.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
IT teams can deploy this skill to automatically update Clawdbot and all skills across multiple instances, ensuring security patches and new features are applied without manual intervention. This reduces maintenance overhead and minimizes downtime by scheduling updates during off-peak hours.
Small businesses using Clawdbot for customer support or internal tasks can set up daily updates to keep their AI tools current, improving reliability and performance. The automatic summary messages provide transparency, allowing non-technical staff to monitor changes without deep technical knowledge.
Developers integrating Clawdbot into their workflows can use this skill to maintain up-to-date environments for testing and development. It automates version management, ensuring compatibility across skill dependencies and reducing manual update tasks.
Educational institutions using Clawdbot for administrative or teaching aids can automate updates to ensure all skills are current and secure. This helps maintain consistent tooling across departments and reduces IT support requests for manual updates.
Offer this skill as part of a premium subscription for Clawdbot users, providing automated updates with priority support and advanced configuration options. Revenue is generated through monthly or annual fees from businesses seeking reliable maintenance solutions.
Provide a basic version of the skill for free to attract users, then upsell to a paid tier with features like custom update schedules, detailed analytics, and multi-instance management. This model drives adoption while monetizing advanced needs.
License the skill to large enterprises for deployment across their Clawdbot fleets, including customization, integration with existing IT systems, and dedicated support. Revenue comes from one-time licensing fees or annual contracts based on scale.
š¬ Integration Tip
Ensure cron jobs are enabled in the Clawdbot configuration and test updates in a staging environment first to avoid disruptions in production workflows.
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