MoltBot: Your Open-Source AI Assistant That Actually Does Things

**MoltBot AI** is a self-hosted personal assistant that lives on your machine. Unlike typical chatbots, MoltBot executes real tasks—managing emails, browsing the web, running scripts, and automating your workflow across WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, and more. Get started with a simple **MoltBot install** command or deploy using **MoltBot Docker**.

MoltBot, Live in the Wild

Watch four real-world automations right here: live voice calls, hands-free deployments, and end-to-end workflows from start to finish.

Full Setupby VelvetShark (YouTube)

MoltBot: The Self-Hosted AI Siri Should Have Been

VelvetShark shows a full setup where MoltBot runs locally, controlling apps and services end-to-end.

Mobile Agentby Hal Shin (YouTube)

MoltBot: Powerful AI Assistant on Your Phone

Hal Shin runs MoltBot on mobile to execute commands, summarize pages, and automate daily actions.

Voice + Phoneby Alex Finn

Restaurant Booking via Voice Call

When OpenTable failed, MoltBot called the restaurant and completed the reservation end-to-end.

Dev + ARby AJ (techfrenAJ)

AWS Deployment + Ray-Ban AR Shopping

From cloud deploy to AR glasses, this demo showcases a full cross-device workflow.

Code Reviewby Zen

PR Review → Telegram Feedback

MoltBot reviews a pull request and sends structured feedback directly to Telegram.

Browser Automationby liam

Tesco Shop Autopilot

A full e-commerce run: search, cart, and checkout automation in one flow.

Quick Start

macOS/Linux

# Works everywhere. Installs everything. You're welcome.

$curl -fsSL https://moltbot.ai/install.sh | bash

Works on macOS, Windows & Linux. The one-liner installs Node.js and everything else for you.

What Makes MoltBot AI Different

MoltBot isn't just another chatbot—it's a fully autonomous agent with persistent memory and deep system access. Running entirely on your hardware means your data never leaves your control. Explore the source code on **MoltBot GitHub** or read the complete **MoltBot docs** to see why developers are calling it transformative.

Privacy-First Architecture

Your conversations, preferences, and data stay on your machine. Deploy with **MoltBot Docker** for isolated environments or run natively—you maintain complete sovereignty over your information.

Multi-Platform Messaging

Connect MoltBot to WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Slack, Signal, iMessage, Microsoft Teams, and more. Your AI assistant meets you wherever you communicate.

Real Task Execution

From web browsing and form filling to shell commands and file management—MoltBot performs actual work. Check examples and use cases on **MoltBot GitHub**.

Fully Extensible

Build custom skills or install community plugins from **MoltBot Hub**. The modular architecture means you can extend functionality to match any workflow.

How to Install MoltBot on Your Machine

Get MoltBot running in minutes with multiple installation options. Whether you prefer command-line tools or containers, there's a path for you.

1

Quick Install via Command Line

Run the official **MoltBot install** script with a single command. It handles dependencies automatically on macOS, Linux, and Windows WSL.

2

Connect Your Messaging Apps

Link Telegram, Discord, WhatsApp, or any supported platform using the configuration wizard. The **MoltBot docs** provide step-by-step guides for each service.

3

Container Deployment Option

For production or isolated environments, pull the official **MoltBot Docker** image. Perfect for teams wanting clean, reproducible deployments.

4

Start Automating Tasks

Begin delegating work immediately—clear emails, schedule meetings, browse the web, or run custom scripts. MoltBot learns your preferences over time.

Core Features of MoltBot AI

Discover the capabilities that make MoltBot the ultimate personal AI assistant for developers and power users.

Persistent Memory System

MoltBot remembers context, preferences, and past conversations. Information is stored as searchable Markdown files you can inspect anytime.

Flexible LLM Support

Connect Claude, GPT, Gemini, or run local models via Ollama. MoltBot AI works with your preferred language model.

Browser Automation

Navigate websites, extract data, fill forms, and interact with web applications—all through natural conversation.

Skill Marketplace

Install ready-made automations from **MoltBot Hub** or create custom plugins. The community contributes new skills regularly.

Active Open-Source Community

Join discussions on **MoltBot Reddit** and contribute on **MoltBot GitHub**. Thousands of developers are improving the platform daily.

Security by Design

API keys and sensitive data never leave your local environment. Configurable sandboxing lets you control exactly what MoltBot can access.

Frequently Asked Questions About MoltBot

Common questions about MoltBot AI, installation, privacy, and capabilities.







Start Using MoltBot AI Today

Take control of your digital life with an AI that actually performs tasks. Self-hosted, private, and fully customizable.