Zalo Setup

Connect OpenClaw to Zalo and Zalo Personal

New in 2026.2: Zalo Personal works with native JavaScript integration. No separate CLI binaries needed.

OpenClaw supports Zalo and Zalo Personal—popular messaging apps in Vietnam and with Vietnamese diaspora. Connect your assistant to Zalo for DMs and group chats. Setup follows the channel onboarding flow.

Zalo vs Zalo Personal

  • Zalo — Main app; business and personal accounts
  • Zalo Personal — Personal accounts; native JavaScript integration as of 2026.2 (no external CLI)

Setup

  1. Run openclaw onboard or use the Setup Wizard
  2. Select Zalo or Zalo Personal when adding a channel
  3. Complete pairing and allowlist if needed
  4. Verify in Configuration

For full details, see docs.openclaw.ai/channels.

Why Zalo for OpenClaw

  • Vietnam reach — Dominant messenger in Vietnam
  • Simplified setup — Zalo Personal uses native JS (2026.2+)
  • Same agent — Full OpenClaw features on Zalo

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