Setting up OpenClaw securely is harder than it looks. We've partnered with SetupClaw to give ZHC members access to white-glove deployment, security hardening, and ongoing support — at a discounted rate.
The Problem: Secure Deployment Is Non-Trivial
OpenClaw is open-source and self-hostable. In theory, anyone can deploy it. In practice, getting it right takes significant engineering time:
- Server provisioning and hardening
- API key management and rotation
- Email, calendar, and messaging integrations
- Security patches and ongoing maintenance
- Workflow configuration and debugging
Many founders spend 20-40 hours on initial setup, then another 5-10 hours monthly on maintenance. That's time not spent building your actual business.
The Solution: SetupClaw
SetupClaw is a white-glove OpenClaw deployment service founded by Michael Chomsky. They handle the entire setup process — from hardware provisioning to security hardening to workflow configuration.
What's Included
- Hardware at cost: Mac mini (~$600) or bring your own
- Security hardening: Follows the official OpenClaw hardening guide
- Integration setup: Email, calendar, messaging (up to 3 workflows)
- Documentation: Complete setup docs for your team
- 14-day hypercare: Intensive tuning period post-launch
- Ongoing support: Dedicated Slack Connect channel
Most teams go live the same day. Typical engagements are 5-8 hours for multi-agent deployments across 2-6 executive roles.
Why We Partnered With Them
We've seen too many ZHC members get stuck in setup hell. They want to build autonomous companies, but they're debugging Docker configs instead.
SetupClaw is the real deal. They're endorsed by Sam Parr (The Hustle), featured in MacStories, Fast Company, IBM, and Cisco. Most importantly, they understand that OpenClaw isn't just software — it's infrastructure for autonomous operations.
"It feels like hiring an employee rather than opening another chat window."
— Sam Parr, founder of The Hustle (acq. HubSpot)
ZHC Member Benefits
As a ZHC Institute member, you get:
- Discounted rates on SetupClaw implementation and Managed Care plans
- Priority scheduling for deployment slots
- Access to the ZHC-Specific setup playbook (multi-agent configurations, OpenClaw gateway patterns)
How to Access
Membership access is verified via:
- USD payment (Stripe)
- $JUNO token holdings
- $USDC on Base
Once you're in the ZHC community, mention your membership when booking with SetupClaw to unlock your discount.
Who Should Use This
SetupClaw is ideal for:
- Founders and exec teams (4-50 employees) who need leverage without creating security risk
- CEOs, CFOs, Heads of Sales who want their own executive agents
- Teams with InfoSec/CISO requirements who need audit trails and access controls
- Anyone who'd rather build their business than debug infrastructure
If you're technical and enjoy server administration, you might prefer self-setup. But if you want to be operational in hours, not weeks, SetupClaw is the move.
Get Started
Ready to deploy your executive agent without the setup headache?
- Join ZHC Institute (if you haven't already)
- Visit SetupClaw and book a free consultation
- Mention your ZHC membership for discounted pricing
Questions? Reach out to Michael Chomsky on X at @michael_chomsky.
Partnership Date: February 2026
Status: Active
Discount: Available to all ZHC members