docs: expand FAQ with Docker, OAuth, bun vs Node, debugging

- Docker/container setup (volumes, pnpm persistence, startup script)
- OAuth vs API key billing differences
- OAuth callback workarounds for headless/containers
- Terminal onboarding vs macOS app (terminal more stable)
- bun binary vs Node runtime (Node more stable for WhatsApp)
- gateway:watch for debugging
- Tailscale link and setup clarification

Based on community questions from Discord #help
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Peter Steinberger
2026-01-02 16:04:02 +00:00
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@@ -66,6 +66,35 @@ pnpm clawdis doctor
It checks your config, skills status, and gateway health. It can also restart the gateway daemon if needed.
### Terminal onboarding vs macOS app?
**Use terminal onboarding** (`pnpm clawdis onboard`) — it's more stable right now.
The macOS app onboarding is still being polished and can have quirks (e.g., WhatsApp 515 errors, OAuth issues).
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## Authentication
### OAuth vs API key — what's the difference?
- **OAuth** — Uses your Claude Pro/Max subscription ($20-100/mo flat). No per-token charges. ✅ Recommended!
- **API key** — Pay-per-token via console.anthropic.com. Can get expensive fast.
They're **separate billing**! An API key does NOT use your subscription.
**For OAuth:** During onboarding, pick "Anthropic OAuth", log in to your Claude account, paste the code back.
**If OAuth fails** (headless/container): Do OAuth on a normal machine, then copy `~/.clawdis/` to your server. The auth is just a JSON file.
### OAuth callback not working (containers/headless)?
OAuth needs the callback to reach the machine running the CLI. Options:
1. **Copy auth manually** — Run OAuth on your laptop, copy `~/.clawdis/credentials/` to the container.
2. **SSH tunnel**`ssh -L 18789:localhost:18789 user@server`
3. **Tailscale** — Put both machines on your tailnet.
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## Migration & Deployment
@@ -108,16 +137,30 @@ There's no official Docker setup yet, but it works. Key considerations:
- **WhatsApp login:** QR code works in terminal — no display needed.
- **Persistence:** Mount `~/.clawdis/` and your workspace as volumes.
- **pnpm doesn't persist:** Global npm installs don't survive container restarts. Install pnpm in your startup script.
- **Browser automation:** Optional. If needed, install headless Chrome + Playwright deps, or connect to a remote browser via `--remote-debugging-port`.
Basic approach:
```dockerfile
FROM node:22
WORKDIR /app
# Clone, pnpm install, pnpm build
# Mount volumes for persistence
CMD ["pnpm", "clawdis", "gateway"]
**Volume mappings (e.g., Unraid):**
```
/mnt/user/appdata/clawdis/config → /root/.clawdis
/mnt/user/appdata/clawdis/workspace → /root/clawd
/mnt/user/appdata/clawdis/app → /app
```
**Startup script (`start.sh`):**
```bash
#!/bin/bash
npm install -g pnpm
cd /app
pnpm clawdis gateway
```
**Container command:**
```
bash /app/start.sh
```
Docker support is on the roadmap — PRs welcome!
### Can I run Clawdis headless on a VPS?
@@ -126,6 +169,18 @@ Yes! The terminal QR code login works fine over SSH. For long-running operation:
- Use `pm2`, `systemd`, or a `launchd` plist to keep the gateway running.
- Consider Tailscale for secure remote access.
### bun binary vs Node runtime?
Clawdis can run as:
- **bun binary** — Single executable, easy distribution, auto-restarts via launchd
- **Node runtime** (`pnpm clawdis gateway`) — More stable for WhatsApp
If you see WebSocket errors like `ws.WebSocket 'upgrade' event is not implemented`, use Node instead of the bun binary. Bun's WebSocket implementation has edge cases that can break WhatsApp (Baileys).
**For stability:** Use launchd (macOS) or the Clawdis.app — they handle process supervision (auto-restart on crash).
**For debugging:** Use `pnpm gateway:watch` for live reload during development.
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## Multi-Instance & Contexts
@@ -226,12 +281,14 @@ No gateway restart needed!
### How do I run commands on other machines?
Use **Tailscale** to create a secure network between your machines:
Use **[Tailscale](https://tailscale.com/)** to create a secure network between your machines:
1. Install Tailscale on all machines
1. Install Tailscale on all machines (it's separate from Clawdis — set it up yourself)
2. Each gets a stable IP (like `100.x.x.x`)
3. SSH just works: `ssh user@100.x.x.x "command"`
Clawdis can use Tailscale when you set `bridge.bind: "tailnet"` in your config — it auto-detects your Tailscale IP.
For deeper integration, look into **Clawdis nodes** — pair remote machines with your gateway for camera/screen/automation access.
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@@ -269,6 +326,11 @@ Common issues:
- Missing API keys in config
- Invalid config syntax (remember it's JSON5, but still check for errors)
**Debug mode** — use watch for live reload:
```bash
pnpm gateway:watch
```
**Pro tip:** Use Codex to debug:
```bash
cd ~/path/to/clawdis