Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Moltbot
Q:What is Moltbot?
Moltbot is an open-source tool that lets you run your own AI assistant. It connects to messaging apps like Telegram, Discord, WhatsApp, Signal, and iMessage, so you can chat with AI wherever you are.
Q:Is Moltbot free?
Yes! Moltbot itself is completely free and open-source. You only pay for the AI provider you choose (like Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google). Many providers offer free tiers to get started.
Q:Do I need to know how to code?
Not at all! Our config generator creates everything you need with a simple wizard. Just answer a few questions, download your config file, and you're ready to go.
Q:Which AI providers are supported?
Moltbot works with Anthropic (Claude), OpenAI (GPT-4), and Google (Gemini). You can switch between them anytime by updating your config.
Q:Which messaging apps can I use?
Currently supported: Telegram, Discord, WhatsApp Business, Slack, Signal, and iMessage (macOS only). More integrations are being added regularly.
Q:Where does Moltbot run?
Moltbot runs on your own computer or server. This means your conversations stay private — no data is stored on our servers. You can run it on a Mac, Linux machine, or cloud server.
Q:Can I use multiple messaging apps at once?
Yes! You can connect as many channels as you want. The same AI assistant will respond across all of them, maintaining context within each conversation.
Q:How much does it cost to run?
The only cost is your AI provider usage. For casual personal use, expect $5-20/month. Heavy usage might be $50+/month. Many users stay well under $10/month.
Q:Is my data private?
Yes. Moltbot runs locally on your machine. Your messages go directly to your chosen AI provider and back. We never see or store your conversations.
Q:Can I customize my assistant's personality?
Absolutely! You can create a SOUL.md file to define your assistant's name, personality, and behavior. Make it formal, casual, funny — whatever you prefer.
Q:What if I need help?
Check out our docs for detailed guides, or join our Discord community where you can ask questions and connect with other users.
Q:Can I use it for my business?
Yes! Moltbot works great for business use cases like customer support, team automation, and internal tools. The open-source license allows commercial use.