openclaw-auto-updaterSchedule automatic OpenClaw and skill updates with reliable cron templates, timezone-safe scheduling, and clear summary outputs. Use for hands-off maintenance, scheduled upgrades, and concise update reports.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install DasWeltall/openclaw-auto-updaterRun scheduled updates for OpenClaw and installed skills using cron messages (no scripts required). Focus: safe scheduling, predictable output, and minimal manual work.
Daily at 03:30 Europe/Berlin:
openclaw cron add \
--name "OpenClaw Auto-Update" \
--cron "30 3 * * *" \
--tz "Europe/Berlin" \
--session isolated \
--wake now \
--deliver \
--message "Run daily auto-updates: 1) openclaw update --yes --json 2) clawdhub update --all 3) report versions updated + errors."
openclaw cron add \
--name "OpenClaw Auto-Update (Weekly)" \
--cron "0 4 * * 0" \
--tz "Europe/Berlin" \
--session isolated \
--wake now \
--deliver \
--message "Run weekly auto-updates: openclaw update --yes --json; clawdhub update --all; summarize changes."
Dry run (no changes):
openclaw cron add \
--name "OpenClaw Auto-Update (Dry)" \
--cron "30 3 * * *" \
--tz "Europe/Berlin" \
--session isolated \
--wake now \
--deliver \
--message "Check updates only: openclaw update status; clawdhub update --all --dry-run; summarize what would change."
Core only (skip skills):
openclaw cron add \
--name "OpenClaw Auto-Update (Core Only)" \
--cron "30 3 * * *" \
--tz "Europe/Berlin" \
--session isolated \
--wake now \
--deliver \
--message "Update OpenClaw only: openclaw update --yes --json; summarize version change."
🔄 OpenClaw Auto-Update
OpenClaw: 2026.2.1 → 2026.2.2 (OK)
Skills updated: 3
Skills unchanged: 12
Errors: none
references/agent-guide.md → deeper implementation notesreferences/summary-examples.md → formatting examplesGenerated Mar 1, 2026
IT service providers can deploy this skill to automate software updates for client systems during off-hours, ensuring minimal disruption. It reduces manual maintenance tasks and provides clear audit trails via scheduled summaries, enhancing service reliability and client trust.
Tech teams integrate this skill into CI/CD pipelines to schedule regular updates for development tools and dependencies. It ensures environments stay current with the latest versions, reducing security risks and manual oversight while delivering concise reports for monitoring.
Universities or schools use this skill to schedule updates for educational software and platforms during low-usage periods like nights or weekends. It maintains system stability and security without requiring IT staff intervention, with summaries aiding compliance checks.
Healthcare organizations apply this skill to automate updates for data management systems, ensuring compliance with security patches and software improvements. Scheduling during off-peak hours minimizes downtime, and summaries provide documentation for regulatory audits.
Offer a monthly subscription where clients pay for automated update management, including scheduling, monitoring, and reporting. This model generates recurring revenue by reducing clients' operational overhead and ensuring system reliability.
Provide basic auto-update functionality for free, with advanced features like custom scheduling, detailed analytics, or priority support available in paid tiers. This attracts a broad user base while monetizing power users and enterprises.
Charge one-time fees for setting up and customizing the auto-updater for specific client environments, such as integrating with existing tools or optimizing schedules. This model leverages expertise to deliver tailored solutions.
💬 Integration Tip
Integrate with existing monitoring tools by parsing the JSON output from updates to trigger alerts or log events, enhancing visibility into system health.
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