How to Install Moltbot (Clawdbot) on Windows: Complete Step-by-Step Guide 2026

Git is a required dependency for Moltbot installation. Open your web browser and navigate to git-scm.com, which is the official Git for Windows distribution site. The website will automatically detect your operating system and display the appropriate download option for Windows.

Click the download link to save the Git installer to your computer. The file typically ranges from 40–50 MB depending on the version. Your browser will display the download progress in your downloads bar or downloads folder.

Locate the downloaded Git installer file in your downloads folder and double-click it to launch the installation wizard. A User Account Control prompt will appear asking for permission—click Yes to continue.

The Git installation wizard presents multiple configuration screens. For Moltbot purposes, accept all default settings by clicking Next through each screen. No critical configuration changes are required for Moltbot to function properly.

Continue clicking Next until you reach the final screen, then click Install to begin the installation. The process typically takes 1–2 minutes. Once finished, click Finish to close the installer.

Open your web browser and visit the official Moltbot website. Locate the documentation or getting started section, where you'll find the Quick Start section containing simplified installation instructions.

The Quick Start section provides installation commands for different shell environments. Select the PowerShell tab—not Bash or other shell options. PowerShell is specifically optimized for Windows users and provides a one-line installation command.

Locate the one-line installation command displayed in the PowerShell section. This command handles the entire Moltbot installation automatically. Keep this browser window open so you can copy the command in the next step.

In the Quick Start section under the PowerShell tab, you'll see a single-line command that serves as the automated installer. Click the copy button next to the command, or manually select the entire command text and copy it to your clipboard.

Verify you've copied the complete command from beginning to end. The command is typically lengthy and may appear truncated on smaller screens. Double-check that you've selected everything before proceeding.

Click the Windows Start button or press the Windows key on your keyboard. Type "PowerShell" into the search box. Windows PowerShell will appear in the search results.

Right-click on Windows PowerShell in the search results and select Run as administrator from the context menu. This ensures PowerShell has the necessary permissions to install software on your system.

When the User Account Control dialog appears, click Yes. PowerShell will open in a new window with a blue background and white text, displaying a command prompt.

In the PowerShell window, right-click to paste the command you copied from the Moltbot website, or press Ctrl+V. Verify that the entire command has been pasted correctly into the window.

Press Enter to execute the installation command. The installation process begins automatically, and text will scroll in the PowerShell window as the installer downloads and configures various components.

Be patient—this process may take several minutes to complete. The installer first checks for NodeJS on your system. If NodeJS is not detected, the installer automatically downloads and installs it before proceeding with the Moltbot installation.

If NodeJS is not already installed, the Moltbot installer will automatically handle this dependency. Messages in PowerShell will indicate that NodeJS is being downloaded and installed. This is a normal part of the process and requires no action from you.

The NodeJS installation typically takes 1–3 minutes depending on your internet connection speed. Progress indicators and status messages will appear as installation proceeds. Do not close the PowerShell window during this phase.

Once NodeJS installation is complete, you'll see a confirmation message. The installer then automatically continues with the Moltbot installation. The transition between NodeJS and Moltbot installation is smooth and automatic.

After NodeJS is installed, the Moltbot installation continues automatically. This phase downloads the Moltbot package and all its dependencies. Numerous package names will scroll in the PowerShell window as each component is installed.

This portion can take several minutes—potentially 2–3 minutes depending on your internet speed. The installer is downloading and configuring multiple components required for Moltbot to function. Remain patient and do not interrupt the process.

Eventually, you'll see a message indicating that installation is complete. The PowerShell window will stop scrolling and present a prompt asking if you want to continue with the setup wizard. This indicates that all core files have been successfully installed.

When installation completes, you'll be presented with a prompt asking if you want to proceed with setup. Type "yes" or press Y, then press Enter. This launches the Moltbot configuration wizard.

The setup wizard helps you configure your Moltbot instance for first use. While you can skip various parts, answering yes here allows you to complete basic setup immediately. This approach is recommended for first-time users.

The setup wizard presents multiple configuration options. For beginners, the Quick Start option is the most straightforward path. Select Quick Start by typing the corresponding number or option and pressing Enter.

The Quick Start configuration walks you through only essential setup steps. This streamlined process gets you running faster by skipping advanced options. You can always modify these settings later through the Moltbot dashboard.

Moltbot supports multiple AI model providers, and you now select which service you want to use. The wizard displays a list of available options, which may include providers like OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, and others. Each provider offers different capabilities, pricing, and features.

For this tutorial, select Google Gemini as the AI provider. Use your arrow keys to navigate to Gemini in the list, or type the number corresponding to Gemini. Press Enter to confirm your selection.

After selecting your provider, the wizard prepares to launch the authentication process. A brief pause of several seconds may occur while the system prepares the authentication webpage. This is normal behavior.

A web browser window will automatically open, directing you to the authentication page for your chosen AI provider. You'll be taken to the Google account sign-in page for Gemini. If you're already signed into a Google account, you may proceed directly to a permission screen.

Enter your Google account credentials (email and password) to sign in. Make sure you're using the Google account that has access to Gemini services. If you enter incorrect credentials, simply re-enter the correct password.

After successfully signing in, you'll be presented with a permission screen asking you to authorize Moltbot to access your Gemini account. Review the permissions being requested. These permissions are necessary for Moltbot to communicate with the Gemini API on your behalf.

On the permission screen, click Allow or Confirm to grant Moltbot access to your Gemini account. This establishes the secure connection between your Moltbot installation and the Gemini AI service. Without this authorization, Moltbot cannot send requests to the AI model.

After confirming the connection, you'll see a success message in your browser. The message will indicate that authentication is complete and you can return to the terminal or PowerShell window. Some implementations may automatically close the browser tab.

Return to your PowerShell window where the Moltbot setup wizard is running. You should see a confirmation message indicating that authentication was successful. The wizard will now proceed to the next configuration step automatically.

After authentication, the wizard prompts you to choose a default model from your AI provider. Google Gemini offers several model versions with different capabilities and performance characteristics. The wizard displays a list of available models for your account.

The "current model" or latest stable model is typically the recommended choice for most users. This ensures you're using an up-to-date version with the latest improvements. Use your arrow keys to navigate to your preferred model and press Enter to select it.

Your selection here sets the default model that Moltbot will use for requests. You can change this setting later through the configuration or dashboard. Once you make your selection, the wizard moves to the optional configuration steps.

The setup wizard now asks if you want to set up any additional apps or integrations. These are optional extensions that connect Moltbot to other services like Slack, Discord, or other platforms. A list of available apps will be displayed for review.

If you want to configure any apps now, select them from the list using the arrow keys and spacebar to mark your selections. Press Enter when you've made your choices. For this tutorial, skip app configuration to expedite the setup process.

To skip this step, simply press Enter without selecting any apps, or select the Skip option if available. You can always add and configure apps later through the Moltbot dashboard. Skipping this step does not limit Moltbot's core functionality.

The wizard now prompts you to configure skills. Skills are predefined capabilities or behaviors that you can enable for your Moltbot instance. These might include specific types of responses, actions, or integrations with external tools.

The skills configuration screen displays available skills that can be enabled. Each skill may have its own configuration options and requirements. Review the list to see what capabilities are available.

For this tutorial, skip skills configuration to complete setup more quickly. Select the Skip option or press Enter without making selections to bypass this step. Skills can be configured at any time after installation through the dashboard settings.

The final optional configuration step involves hooks. Hooks are automated triggers or events that can execute actions based on specific conditions. These are advanced features typically used for custom workflows and automations.

The hooks configuration screen displays available hook types and options. Setting up hooks requires understanding your specific use case and workflow requirements. Most beginners will not need to configure hooks during initial setup.

Select Skip or press Enter without making selections to bypass hooks configuration. You can explore and configure hooks later once you're more familiar with Moltbot's capabilities. Skipping this step completes the setup wizard.

Congratulations—installation and basic configuration are now complete. The wizard displays a completion message confirming that Moltbot has been successfully installed on your system. You're now ready to start using Moltbot.

To access the Moltbot dashboard and begin working with your bot, run the following command in your PowerShell window: moltbot dashboard. Press Enter to execute the command.

The dashboard command launches the Moltbot web interface. This may open automatically in your default web browser, or you may need to manually navigate to the local address displayed in PowerShell (typically http://localhost:3000). The dashboard is your central control panel for managing Moltbot, viewing conversations, adjusting settings, and monitoring activity.

Now that Moltbot is installed and running, explore its features through the dashboard. The dashboard provides access to conversation history, configuration settings, and all the integrations you can enable. Take time to familiarize yourself with the interface.

Start chatting with your AI bot immediately through the dashboard interface. Enter your prompts or questions in the chat interface and observe the responses. This helps you understand how your configured AI model responds and behaves.

Remember that you can return to configuration at any time to enable the apps, skills, and hooks you skipped during setup. The settings are accessible through the dashboard interface under configuration or settings menus.