Memory & Context

OpenClaw maintains context within conversations and can remember information across sessions.

Conversation Context

Within a Session

OpenClaw remembers everything discussed in the current conversation:

• Previous questions and answers
• Files you’ve uploaded
• Topics you’ve mentioned
• Decisions you’ve made

This context is used to provide relevant, coherent responses.

Context Window

The context window determines how much history OpenClaw can reference:

When conversations exceed the context window, older messages are summarized to preserve key information.

Long-Term Memory

Preferences

OpenClaw remembers your preferences:

• Communication style (formal, casual, technical)
• Preferred response length
• Topics you work on frequently
• Tools and technologies you use

Facts About You

You can tell OpenClaw things to remember:

You: Remember that I prefer Python over JavaScript
OpenClaw: Got it! I'll prioritize Python in my code suggestions.

You: My company's main product is called "Acme Widget"
OpenClaw: Noted! I'll remember that for future context.

Retrieving Memories

Ask OpenClaw what it remembers:

You: What do you know about my preferences?
OpenClaw: Based on our conversations:
- You prefer Python over JavaScript
- You work at a company that makes "Acme Widget"
- You like concise responses
- You're interested in AI and automation

Memory Storage

Cloudflare Workers

Memories stored in Durable Objects:

• Persistent across sessions
• Encrypted at rest
• Automatically replicated

VPS Deployment

Memories stored in local database:

• SQLite by default
• PostgreSQL optional
• Full control over data

Local Deployment

Memories stored on your machine:

• SQLite database
• Easy to backup
• Complete privacy

Managing Memory

Clear Conversation Context

Start fresh within a conversation:

You: /clear
OpenClaw: Context cleared. Starting fresh!

Clear All Memories

Remove all stored information:

You: /forget everything
OpenClaw: Are you sure? This will delete all memories. Reply "yes" to confirm.

Export Memories

Download your stored data:

You: /export memories
OpenClaw: Here's your memory export: [download link]

Privacy

Your memories are:

• Stored only on your infrastructure
• Never shared with third parties
• Not used for AI training
• Deletable at any time

See Privacy & Security for more details.