openclaw-memory

What This Skill Does

The openclaw-memory skill is a foundational component for the OpenClaw ecosystem, introducing persistent long-term storage for AI agents. By utilizing a local SQLite database coupled with vector embeddings, this skill allows your agent to retain facts, user preferences, and conversation history across multiple disparate sessions. Unlike standard stateless agents, an agent equipped with this skill can perform semantic searches to recall specific context, effectively acting as an external brain that grows more intelligent and personalized the longer it is used. It features a tiered architecture where free users receive essential storage with a 7-day retention period, while Pro subscribers unlock unlimited storage, permanent retention, and advanced relationship mapping.

Installation

To install this skill, ensure your system meets the requirements (Node.js 18+ and OpenClaw v2026.1.30+) and execute the following command in your terminal:

claw skill install openclaw-memory

Alternatively, for specific repository management, you can use: clawhub install openclaw/skills/skills/atlaspa/openclaw-memory

Use Cases

• Coding Assistants: Store your preferred coding style, naming conventions, and common libraries to ensure the agent writes code that matches your project standards every time.
• Project Management: Keep track of evolving project requirements, task statuses, and previous decisions without needing to repeat context.
• Personal Productivity: The agent learns your scheduling preferences, communication tone, and common research topics, allowing it to become a more proactive personal assistant.
• Historical Context: Use it to maintain long-running threads of conversation that span weeks or months, ensuring the agent always understands the 'big picture' of your workflow.

Example Prompts

• "Search memory: What did I decide to name the authentication module last week?"
• "List my last 5 stored preferences regarding project documentation format."
• "Update memory: My preferred programming language for the new project is now Python instead of TypeScript."

Tips & Limitations

• Privacy: Data is stored exclusively in ~/.openclaw/openclaw-memory/. Because no data is sent to external servers, you maintain complete control over your sensitive information.
• Pro Subscription: If you find yourself hitting the 100-memory cap, consider the Pro tier (0.5 USDT/month) to enable unlimited storage and long-term retention. Use the command claw memory stats to monitor your current usage.
• Performance: The agent retrieves relevant context automatically, but you can improve efficiency by keeping your inputs descriptive, allowing the semantic search engine to map your queries to the most relevant stored vectors.