OpenClaw + Linear Integration

Why Connect OpenClaw to Linear?

Linear is a powerful platform, but many tasks are repetitive: issue triage and prioritization, sprint planning and standup reports, checking status updates, and generating reports. An AI agent connected to Linear can handle these automatically, saving hours of manual work each week.

What makes OpenClaw different from other automation tools:

• Natural language interface — ask your agent "show me overdue items in Linear" instead of building complex automations
• Persistent memory — your agent remembers context from previous conversations
• Multi-channel — interact with your Linear data through Telegram, Slack, Discord, or any supported channel
• Scheduled tasks — set up cron jobs for daily reports, weekly summaries, or event-based triggers
• Self-hosted — your API keys and data stay on your own server

Prerequisites

• OpenClaw installed on a VPS (one-click installer) or local machine
• A Linear account with API access
• Linear API key or OAuth credentials

Don't have a server yet? Check our VPS comparison guide — a $6/month server handles OpenClaw + Linear easily.

Step 1: Get Your Linear API Credentials

First, you need API access to Linear. Most Linear plans include API access. Navigate to your Linear settings, find the API or Integrations section, and generate an API key or OAuth token.

Step 2: Configure OpenClaw

Create a skill or tool configuration that connects to the Linear API. OpenClaw's extensible skill system makes this straightforward:

# Example: Add Linear tool to your agent
# In your skill configuration:
{
  "name": "linear-integration",
  "description": "Read and write Linear data",
  "api_base": "https://api.linear.com",
  "auth": "bearer",
  "token_env": "LINEAR_API_KEY"
}

Set your API key as an environment variable:

export LINEAR_API_KEY="your-api-key-here"

Step 3: Define Agent Behavior

Add Linear-specific instructions to your SOUL.md:

# In SOUL.md — Linear Integration

## Linear Capabilities
- Query and update Linear data on request
- Send daily summary reports at 9 AM
- Alert on important changes via Telegram/Slack
- issue triage and prioritization automatically
- sprint planning and standup reports when triggered

## Linear Rules
- Always confirm before making changes
- Log all modifications for audit trail
- Rate limit: max 100 API calls per minute

Step 4: Test & Deploy

Restart OpenClaw and test the integration:

openclaw gateway restart

Try a simple query through your messaging channel:

• "Show me the latest items in Linear"
• "Update the status of [item] to complete"
• "Generate a weekly Linear report"

Use Cases

1. Automated Issue triage and prioritization

Set up your agent to handle issue triage and prioritization automatically. It can run on a schedule (daily, hourly) or trigger in response to events in Linear.

2. Sprint planning and standup reports

Your AI agent can manage sprint planning and standup reports through natural language commands or automated rules. This alone can save hours per week of manual work.

3. Bug report analysis

Connect Linear to your communication channels for real-time bug report analysis. Get alerts in Telegram or Slack when important changes happen.

4. Cross-Platform Workflows

Combine Linear with other integrations. For example, sync Linear data with Airtable, trigger notifications in Discord, or create tasks in Jira based on Linear events.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I connect OpenClaw to Linear?

Install OpenClaw on your VPS, configure the Linear integration with your API credentials, and restart the gateway. Your AI agent can then interact with Linear through natural language commands in any connected messaging channel.

Is the OpenClaw Linear integration free?

OpenClaw is open source and free. You need a Linear account with API access and a VPS ($5-15/month) to run OpenClaw. There are no additional fees for the integration itself.

Can OpenClaw automate Linear workflows?

Yes. OpenClaw can automate Linear workflows including issue triage and prioritization, sprint planning and standup reports, and bug report analysis. The agent runs 24/7 and triggers actions based on schedules, events, or natural language commands.

Is my Linear data secure?

Yes. OpenClaw is self-hosted — your Linear API keys and data never leave your server. There's no third-party cloud service involved. You have full control over data access and retention.