OpenClaw Heartbeat: The Ultimate Guide to Automated Background Monitoring in 2026
Want your AI assistant to proactively monitor your systems without constant manual checks? OpenClaw Heartbeat is the lightweight automation mechanism that makes this possible. Here’s everything you need to know about configuring it in 2026. — What Is OpenClaw Heartbeat? OpenClaw Heartbeat is a lightweight, automatic checking mechanism built into the OpenClaw Gateway. It runs at regular intervals to execute background monitoring tasks — completely hands-off once configured. Unlike traditional cron jobs, Heartbeat is designed specifically for frequent, lightweight checks rather than heavy scheduled tasks. Think of it as your AI assistant’s “pulse” — always running, always watching, but only