OpenClaw Channel Debugger
Troubleshoot your OpenClaw channel integrations in minutes. Select your messaging platform, describe the symptom, answer a few diagnostic questions, and get specific fixes with ready-to-use config snippets — based on 17 channel PRs merged on April 2, 2026.
What the Channel Debugger Does
A guided troubleshooting wizard built from real OpenClaw PRs — no guesswork, just targeted diagnostics and copy-paste fixes.
6 Channels Covered
Targeted diagnostics for Telegram, Matrix, MS Teams, Slack, Discord, and WhatsApp — each with channel-specific issue categories and fixes.
Guided Diagnostic Flow
Step-by-step wizard: pick your channel, select the symptom, answer targeted yes/no questions, and get an instant diagnosis with severity ratings.
Copy-Paste Config Fixes
Every diagnosis includes a ready-to-use YAML config snippet you can paste directly into your openclaw.json — no guessing required.
Tied to Real PRs
Every fix references the exact PR that resolved it — threading fixes (#59634), reaction caching (#59207), Graph API images (#52212), native exec approvals (#58635), and more.
Security-Aware Checks
Includes diagnostics for exec host override vulnerabilities (PR #58897), restrictive tool allowlist preservation (PR #58476), and crypto persistence issues (PR #59851).
Runs Entirely in Your Browser
Zero API calls, zero data collection. The entire diagnostic engine runs client-side — your channel config never leaves your machine.
Start Debugging
Select your channel and follow the guided flow. All checks run locally in your browser — nothing is sent to any server.
Select Your Channel
Which messaging channel are you experiencing issues with?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the OpenClaw Channel Debugger?
The Channel Debugger is an interactive troubleshooting wizard for OpenClaw messaging channel integrations. It guides you through selecting your channel (Telegram, Matrix, MS Teams, Slack, Discord, WhatsApp), identifying your issue, answering targeted diagnostic questions, and getting specific config fixes — all based on real PRs merged in the OpenClaw codebase.
Which issues does it diagnose?
It covers threading and reply issues (PR #59634, #55198), reaction delivery failures (PR #59207), image download problems (PR #52212, #59971), crypto persistence errors (PR #59851), exec approval setup (PR #58635), progress indicator configuration (PR #59300), custom Bot API server support (PR #59544), secret storage recovery (PR #59846), PID recycling on Windows/macOS (PR #59843), and security hardening (PR #58897, #58476).
Is my configuration data sent anywhere?
No. The entire diagnostic flow runs in your browser using client-side JavaScript. No data is sent to any server — there are no API calls, no telemetry, and no data collection. You can verify this in your browser's network tab.
How do I apply the recommended fixes?
Each diagnosis provides a YAML config snippet with a copy button. Paste the snippet into your openclaw.json (converting YAML keys to JSON if needed), restart your OpenClaw instance, and verify the fix. For update-required fixes, run your package manager's update command first.
What if my issue isn't listed?
The debugger covers the most common issues from recently merged PRs. For unlisted issues, try the OpenClaw Config Doctor tool for general config validation, or check the OpenClaw GitHub issues page. You can also join the OpenClaw community Discord for help.
Does it work with Docker and self-hosted setups?
Yes. The diagnostic checks and config fixes apply regardless of your deployment method — Docker, Mac Mini, VPS, or cloud. The tool identifies issues based on your channel configuration, not your hosting environment.