Self-rescue guide
What to do if your OpenClaw instance gets stuck.
OpenClaw can run complex tasks. This order recovers the instance with the least impact.
1
Soft restart
Use the OpenClaw Ops panel to restart the instance.
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Chat
Usage
Settings
Usage
Settings
Chat
Direct gateway chat session.
2
Recreate only as a last resort
Create a clean instance only if you accept losing local configuration, memory, and unbacked files.
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Chat
Usage
Settings
Usage
Settings
Chat
Direct gateway chat session.
Restart first. Recreate only when the impact is clear.