openclaw-update-checker

name	openclaw-update-checker
description	Evaluate OpenClaw version/update posture and recommend safe upgrade timing. Use when users ask whether they are up to date, what changed in newer versions, or when to upgrade with minimal disruption.

OpenClaw Update Checker

Assess update status and provide action-oriented guidance.

Check current posture

Run:

openclaw update status
openclaw --version

Evaluate upgrade urgency

Classify as:

1. Up to date
2. Update available (non-urgent)
3. Update recommended soon (stability/security reasons)

Recommended output

Return a concise summary with:

• current version
• update channel/status
• whether update is available
• recommended action now vs later

Safe upgrade suggestion

Before upgrade, recommend:

1. create verified backup
2. choose a low-traffic window
3. restart gateway and re-check status after update

Minimal commands to include

openclaw backup create --verify --output <backup-dir>
openclaw update status
openclaw gateway restart
openclaw status

Guardrails

• Do not force upgrades.
• Keep advice environment-aware (dev vs production-like node).
• If status output is unclear, ask for command output rather than guessing.