New Release Train
OpenClaw 2026.6.5 marks the switch to our new monthly patch numbering scheme (YYYY.M.PATCH). This release focuses on search expansion, privacy, and state durability.
Bundled Parallel Search
Parallel is now a first-class, bundled web search provider in OpenClaw, offering a high-performance alternative for agent-driven research.
- Native Support: Built-in provider with `PARALLEL_API_KEY` discovery and onboarding support.
- Hardened Endpoints: Guarded handling for `api.parallel.ai/v1/search` with cache-safe session management.
- Onboarding Picker: Easy setup via the provider selection screens in the Control UI and mobile apps.
Privacy & Content Safety
We've added new safeguards to ensure that internal agent processes don't leak into user conversations.
- QQBot Stripping: Native stripping of model `thinking` and `reasoning` tags before delivery on QQ.
- MCP Coercion: Automatic coercion of non-text/image MCP blocks (like audio or malformed resources) to prevent provider-level errors and session poisoning.
- Redaction Hardening: Improved data URL and image byte redaction in transcripts to prevent raw data leaks.
Durable SQLite State
Continuing our migration toward SQLite-backed persistence, more core systems are now protected by durable database storage.
- Auth Profiles: Identity and auth profile state now lives in SQLite, replacing legacy JSON files.
- Matrix Sync & Crypto: Matrix sync states and sidecars have migrated to SQLite for better reliability.
- Storage Consolidation: Sandbox registries, ACPX process states, and Zalo media state are now SQLite-owned.
Channel & Platform Improvements
Stability and feature updates across the messaging and mobile landscape.
- Matrix Threads: Native support for thread-aware read/reply behavior and voice-message preflighting.
- Google Chat Cards: Native approval card actions for a better platform-integrated approval flow.
- Mobile Diagnostics: Improved diagnostic views in iOS and Android, including theme mode selection for Android.
- macOS Node: Fixed silent self-reconnections that caused unnecessary session churn.
Under the Hood
- Anthropic Recovery: Deferring stream starts until `message_start` for cleaner pre-generation error recovery.
- Cron Migration: Automated doctor preflight migration of legacy cron JSON stores.
- Lease Strictness: More rigorous MCP lease timestamp and prompt-cache tool name enforcement.
Upgrade Guide
Who should upgrade?
- Users looking for new search provider options
- Operators using QQ or Matrix channels for agent interaction
- Everyone benefiting from more durable auth and state persistence
How to Upgrade
Update your installation via the terminal:
openclaw update
FAQ
What is Parallel Search?
Parallel is a new bundled web search provider that offers fast, high-quality search results via the Parallel API. It is now available alongside existing providers like Brave and Google.
Why does QQBot strip thinking tags?
To prevent internal model 'thinking' or 'reasoning' scaffolding from leaking into channel replies, ensuring users only see the final, clean answer.
What changed with auth storage?
Auth profiles have been migrated from ad hoc JSON files to a durable SQLite database, making the identity system more reliable and resistant to corruption during restarts.
What is the new versioning scheme?
OpenClaw has transitioned to a YYYY.M.PATCH monthly patch numbering system (e.g., 2026.6.5) to provide clearer release context.
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