Is OpenClaw getting an LTS version?

Yes. After the rough week of v2026.4.24-4.29, OpenClaw announced an LTS (Long-Term Support) release track running parallel to the faster update cycle. Details expected in May 2026.

Why is OpenClaw making the core smaller?

The 430K-line codebase and 1.5GB RAM footprint caused stability issues. Optional plugins, channels, and providers are being extracted to ClawHub to reduce core complexity.

What changed in OpenClaw v2026.5.3-5.5?

Three releases in 3 days focused on stability: file transfer plugin, performance overhaul, and 50+ bug fixes. Zero new features — a deliberate pivot to reliability.

ClawHub is OpenClaw's new marketplace for extracted plugins, channels, and providers. Part of the core-smaller restructuring that moves optional features out of the base install.

How big is OpenClaw's codebase?

OpenClaw's codebase is approximately 430,000 lines with a 1.5GB RAM footprint. The restructuring aims to significantly reduce both numbers.

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OpenClaw Announces LTS Track + Core-Smaller Restructuring After Worst Week in Project History

After the worst week in project history (v2026.4.24 through v2026.4.29 — gateways slower, plugin dependency repair loops, Discord/Telegram/WhatsApp channels degraded), OpenClaw announces LTS track and core-smaller restructuring. Moving optional features to ClawHub. Users reporting switching to Hermes Agent as backup.

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