- name
- OpenClaw Windows Fix — Scheduled Task Idle-Kill Bug Patch
- description
- Fixes the Windows scheduled task bug that kills OpenClaw processes during idle. One script, permanent fix.
- author
- @TheShadowRose
- version
- 1.0.0
- tags
- ["openclaw", "windows", "bug-fix", "scheduled-task", "idle-kill", "patch"]
- license
- MIT
The Problem
When OpenClaw runs as a Windows Scheduled Task, the default settings include an idle condition that kills the process after a period of inactivity. This means your agent goes offline randomly.
The Fix
This script creates a corrected scheduled task that:
- Runs at user logon
- Does NOT stop on idle
- Restarts on failure (1 minute delay)
- Runs whether on battery or AC power
Usage
Option 1: Run the fix script (recommended)
Right-click FIX_TASK.bat → Run as Administrator
Option 2: Manual fix
- Open Task Scheduler (search for it in Start)
- Find your OpenClaw task
- Right-click → Properties
- Go to Conditions tab
- UNCHECK "Start the task only if the computer is idle"
- UNCHECK "Stop if the computer ceases to be idle"
- Go to Settings tab
- UNCHECK "Stop the task if it runs longer than"
- Set "If the task fails, restart every" to 1 minute
- Click OK
FIX_TASK.bat Contents
@echo off
echo Fixing OpenClaw Scheduled Task...
echo.
REM Delete the old task
schtasks /delete /tn "OpenClaw Gateway" /f 2>nul
REM Create corrected task (runs at logon, no idle kill)
schtasks /create /tn "OpenClaw Gateway" /tr "cmd /c cd /d \"%USERPROFILE%\.openclaw\" && gateway.cmd" /sc ONLOGON /rl HIGHEST /f
echo.
echo Done! The task will now survive idle periods.
echo Restart your computer or run the task manually to apply.
pauseHow to Verify
After running the fix:
- Open Task Scheduler
- Find "OpenClaw Gateway"
- Check Conditions tab — no idle conditions should be checked
- Leave your computer idle for 30+ minutes
- Check if OpenClaw is still running
⚠️ Disclaimer
This software is provided "AS IS", without warranty of any kind, express or implied.
USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.
- The author(s) are NOT liable for any damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use or misuse of this software — including but not limited to financial loss, data loss, security breaches, business interruption, or any indirect/consequential damages.
- This software does NOT constitute financial, legal, trading, or professional advice.
- Users are solely responsible for evaluating whether this software is suitable for
their use case, environment, and risk tolerance.
- No guarantee is made regarding accuracy, reliability, completeness, or fitness
for any particular purpose.
- The author(s) are not responsible for how third parties use, modify, or distribute
this software after purchase.
By downloading, installing, or using this software, you acknowledge that you have read this disclaimer and agree to use the software entirely at your own risk.
DATA DISCLAIMER: This software processes and stores data locally on your system. The author(s) are not responsible for data loss, corruption, or unauthorized access resulting from software bugs, system failures, or user error. Always maintain independent backups of important data. This software does not transmit data externally unless explicitly configured by the user.
Support & Links
| 🐛 Bug Reports | TheShadowyRose@proton.me |
| ☕ Ko-fi | ko-fi.com/theshadowrose |
| 🛒 Gumroad | shadowyrose.gumroad.com |
| @TheShadowyRose | |
| 🐙 GitHub | github.com/TheShadowRose |
| 🧠 PromptBase | promptbase.com/profile/shadowrose |
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Installation Note
The FIX_TASK.bat script is included in the README instructions. Create a file named FIX_TASK.bat in your workspace and paste the script content from README.md. ClawHub does not distribute .bat files directly.