Short answer
Most older references to Clawdbot or Moltbot point to the same open-source agent project. The safest way to confirm is to check the official documentation and the main GitHub repository.
Why multiple names exist
Early-stage open-source projects often rebrand to avoid trademark conflicts or clarify scope. Content in the community lags behind those changes, so multiple names persist in blogs and videos.
How to confirm it is the same project
Look for the same installation method, the same CLI commands, and the same gateway-and-skills architecture. If the docs or repository link to the official OpenClaw sources, it is the same lineage.
Watch out for impersonation
During rebrands, fake sites and typo-squatted repositories appear. Always install from the official website and repository links, and avoid random binaries shared in social channels.
Best practice going forward
Use the OpenClaw name and verify sources before following any guide. If instructions conflict, trust the official docs over third-party posts.
How to update old bookmarks
If you have older notes or scripts, replace outdated URLs with the official OpenClaw domains. That includes the documentation and the main repository. Keeping links updated reduces the chance of downloading the wrong package or following deprecated steps.
What to do if a guide looks inconsistent
Check the version date in the guide and compare it against the official docs. If the CLI commands or install instructions do not match, consider the guide obsolete. In general, use third-party posts for context and the official docs for execution.
How to search safely
When searching for tutorials, include \"OpenClaw\" and the word \"official\" to find the primary sources first. If a page asks you to install a binary or run a script from an unknown domain, stop and verify it against the official site and repository.
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Official references
Primary sources: Official website and GitHub repo.