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NanoClaw

Lightweight, secure Claude assistant leveraging OS-level container isolation.

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Overview

NanoClaw is a minimalist, secure, and lightweight Claude AI assistant built with approximately 500 lines of TypeScript code. It emphasizes security through OS-level container isolation, running agents in sandboxed environments using Apple Container on macOS or Docker on Linux. It is designed to be easily understood and customized, featuring essential tools like WhatsApp integration, scheduled tasks, and web access capabilities.

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Platforms

macOS

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Highlights

  • OS-level container isolation for security
  • Minimalist codebase (~500 lines of TypeScript)
  • WhatsApp Integration
  • Built for direct code customization

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What is NanoClaw?
NanoClaw is a minimalist, secure, and lightweight Claude AI assistant built with approximately 500 lines of TypeScript code. It emphasizes security through OS-level container isolation, running agents in sandboxed environments using Apple Container on macOS or Docker on Linux. It is designed to be easily understood and customized, featuring essential tools like WhatsApp integration, scheduled tasks, and web access capabilities.
How to use NanoClaw?
To get started, users must follow a four-step process using Claude Code for setup: 1. Clone the NanoClaw GitHub repository, 2. Enter the repository directory, 3. Execute Claude Code, and 4. Complete the setup process. It requires Node.js 20+, Claude Code, and Apple Container (macOS) or Docker (Linux).
Can I run NanoClaw on Linux?
Yes, NanoClaw is supported on Linux (x86_64 or ARM64) using Docker for containerization.
Is NanoClaw secure?
Yes, security is a core design principle achieved through simplicity and OS-level container isolation, ensuring each chat agent runs in its own sandboxed environment.
Why does NanoClaw use no configuration files?
The codebase is intentionally small enough that modifications are safe and encouraged; customization is handled by changing the code directly instead of managing complex configuration files.
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