Webhook Recipes: Connect Anything to Your OpenClaw Agent

Gmail, GitHub, Zapier, n8n — wire external events into your agent with HTTP webhooks. 5 ready-to-use recipes included.

Tags: webhooks, integration, gmail, github, automation

Category: tutorial

Frequently Asked Questions

How do webhooks work with OpenClaw?

OpenClaw can receive HTTP webhook payloads that trigger agent actions. When an external service (Gmail, GitHub, Zapier) sends a POST request to your webhook endpoint, OpenClaw processes the payload and the agent can respond, notify you, or take automated action.

Do I need a public URL for webhooks to work?

Yes, the sending service needs to reach your OpenClaw instance. If running locally, use a tunnel like ngrok or Cloudflare Tunnel. Cloud deployments (Fly.io, Railway, VPS) already have public URLs. Some services also support polling as an alternative.

Can I use Zapier or n8n with OpenClaw?

Yes, both Zapier and n8n can send webhook payloads to OpenClaw. Set up a webhook action in your automation flow that POSTs to your OpenClaw endpoint. This lets you connect thousands of apps — Google Sheets, Slack, CRMs — to your agent indirectly.

How do I set up a GitHub webhook to notify my agent?

In your GitHub repo settings, add a webhook pointing to your OpenClaw webhook URL. Select events like push, PR opened, or issue created. The agent receives the payload and can summarize changes, review code, or notify you via your preferred channel.