> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://clawhqplatform.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Deploy to DigitalOcean

> Run ClawHQ on a DigitalOcean Droplet from $6/mo.

A $6/mo DigitalOcean Droplet (1GB RAM) is enough for personal use. Use a $12/mo Droplet (2GB) for team use.

## Create a Droplet

1. Go to [digitalocean.com](https://digitalocean.com) and create a new Droplet
2. Choose **Ubuntu 24.04 LTS**
3. Select **Basic → Regular → \$12/mo** (2GB RAM recommended)
4. Add your SSH key
5. Click **Create Droplet**

## Install ClawHQ

SSH into your Droplet and run:

```bash theme={null}
# Install Docker
curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
sudo usermod -aG docker $USER
newgrp docker

# Clone and install ClawHQ
git clone https://github.com/ModologyStudiosLLC/clawhq-platform
cd clawhq-platform
./install.sh
```

## Point your domain

In DigitalOcean's DNS (or your registrar), add an **A record** pointing your domain to the Droplet's IP address.

Set `CLAWHQ_DOMAIN` in your `.env` to the domain — Caddy handles TLS automatically.

## Keep it running after reboot

```bash theme={null}
docker compose up -d   # already starts in detached mode
sudo systemctl enable docker   # ensure Docker starts on boot
```