Remote Access via SSH and Tailscale
Reach your Gateway from anywhere using SSH or Tailscale as described in /gateway/remote.
Remote Access via SSH and Tailscale is a free OpenClaw Academy lesson on CoddyKit — lesson 4 of 4. You can read the complete lesson below for free — then practise it hands-on in the browser with a built-in code editor and a 24/7 AI tutor. It is part of the OpenClaw Academy learning path, one of 4 lessons in the course, and your progress syncs across the web and the CoddyKit app.
Reach It From Anywhere
Your Gateway runs locally, but you do not have to be home to use it. Remote access lets you reach it from anywhere. 🌍
Still Self-Hosted
Remote access does not move your assistant to the cloud. It stays self-hosted on your hardware; you just open a safe path to it.
Two Recommended Paths
OpenClaw documents two ways to connect remotely: SSH and Tailscale. Both keep the link private instead of exposing it openly.
What SSH Gives You
SSH gives you an encrypted shell into the machine running your Gateway, so you can manage it securely from a remote computer.
A Familiar Tool
SSH is a standard, well-tested tool many developers already use, which makes it a dependable choice for reaching your Gateway.
ssh user@your-gateway-hostWhat Tailscale Gives You
Tailscale builds a private network between your devices, so your Gateway feels local even when you are far away.
Private Network Feel
With Tailscale, devices connect as if on the same LAN. You skip exposing ports to the public internet entirely.
Avoid Public Exposure
Both options matter because you should not put a Gateway with full system access on the open internet. Keep the path private.
Pair With Guardrails
Remote access does not replace your other controls. Keep allowlists and required mentions in place even on a private link.
Mobile Nodes Too
You can also pair iOS and Android nodes with the Gateway, unlocking Canvas, camera, and voice workflows from your phone.
Find The Guide
The full setup for remote access lives in the /gateway/remote docs. Follow them to connect SSH or Tailscale correctly. 📡
Quick Check
Let us confirm the safe ways to reach your Gateway remotely.
Recap
Reach your self-hosted Gateway remotely with SSH or Tailscale, keep guardrails on, and follow the /gateway/remote docs. ✅
Frequently asked questions
Is the “Remote Access via SSH and Tailscale” lesson free?
Yes — the full text of “Remote Access via SSH and Tailscale” is free to read here on the web, and the OpenClaw Academy course includes 4 lessons in total. To practise it interactively (a built-in code editor and a 24/7 AI tutor) and unlock the rest of the OpenClaw Academy course, upgrade to CoddyKit PRO.
What will I learn in “Remote Access via SSH and Tailscale”?
Reach your Gateway from anywhere using SSH or Tailscale as described in /gateway/remote. You practise OpenClaw Academy with hands-on code you run directly in the browser, and a 24/7 AI tutor answers your questions as you work through the lesson.
Do I need any experience to start OpenClaw Academy?
No prior experience is required. OpenClaw Academy on CoddyKit is structured for beginners through advanced learners; this is — lesson 4 of 4, so you can start here or from the beginning and move at your own pace.
How long does the “Remote Access via SSH and Tailscale” lesson take?
Most CoddyKit lessons take about 5–10 minutes. Each one is bite-sized and interactive, so you make steady progress and pick up exactly where you left off across the web and the app.
Can I write and run code in this OpenClaw Academy lesson?
Yes. Every OpenClaw Academy lesson includes a built-in code editor, so you write and run real code right in your browser and get instant AI feedback — no local setup required.
All lessons in this course
- Why Guardrails Matter
- Tokens, Allowlists, and requireMention
- The Gateway Security Docs
- Remote Access via SSH and Tailscale