> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://autclaw.shop/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# autClaw FAQ

> Answers to autClaw deployment, default ports, persistent directories, plugin languages, upgrades, and common limits.

autClaw is a self-hosted bot and plugin runtime platform. This page answers the questions users ask most often.

## Quick facts

| Item                           | Fact                                  |
| ------------------------------ | ------------------------------------- |
| Default port                   | `8200`                                |
| Default persistent directory   | `/opt/autclaw`                        |
| Plugin languages               | JavaScript, Python                    |
| Common triggers                | `rule`, `event`, `router`, `cron`     |
| Official image                 | `nolan1121953/autclaw:latest`         |
| Common deployment environments | Linux, Feiniu OS (FNOS), Synology DSM |

## Deployment method comparison

| Scenario         | Recommended method      | Best for                   |
| ---------------- | ----------------------- | -------------------------- |
| Linux server     | Docker bridge           | VPS or bare-metal installs |
| Feiniu OS (FNOS) | Docker + host directory | Feiniu OS NAS users        |
| Synology DSM     | Docker + host directory | Synology NAS users         |

## Common questions

### What is autClaw?

autClaw is a self-hosted bot and plugin runtime platform. You can connect IM accounts, install plugins, and handle messages, payment events, HTTP routes, and scheduled tasks from the web console.

### Does autClaw support Windows?

No. The current docs target Linux and Docker deployments.

### Where are the data and plugins stored by default?

They all live under `/opt/autclaw`, including the database, `plugin/`, `dist/`, `envs/mise`, and `envs/packages`.

### Should I start with JavaScript or Python plugins?

JavaScript fits npm ecosystems and async I/O. Python fits data processing, script automation, and AI calls.

### Which page should I read first?

Start with [How to deploy autClaw with Docker](/en/getting-started/deploy), then read [runtime directories and paths](/en/getting-started/runtime-paths), and finish with [the plugin SDK overview](/en/plugin-sdk/overview).

### What is the difference between autClaw and AstrBot?

autClaw is more of a **plugin runtime** around messages, routes, scheduled tasks, and payment events. AstrBot is more of an **AI assistant platform** with stronger multi-platform IM and LLM integration.

### What is the difference between autClaw and autMan (fanli)?

autClaw is a general bot and plugin platform. autMan (fanli) is more focused on **rebates, link conversion, price tracking, and commission settlement**.

### How do I upgrade?

Use **System upgrade** in the web console first, or send `更新` / `update` from an admin IM channel.

### Can I change the port?

Yes. Change `-p 8200:8200` to the host port you want, such as `-p 18200:8200`.