What is the MASTERCLAW architecture?

A four-layer system (tmux, masterclaw.py, watchdog, systemd) for running multiple Python bots resiliently on a low-cost VPS.

How do I run 12 Python bots on a €6 VPS?

Use MASTERCLAW: Central masterclaw.py spawns subprocesses, watches/restarts, tmux for view, systemd for boot.

Does MASTERCLAW work with Docker?

It's lighter — no need for Docker on small scale, but layers nicely underneath for bigger fleets.

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€6.18 VPS Powers 12 Non-Stop Python Bots: Inside the MASTERCLAW Architecture

A €6.18 monthly VPS juggling 12 Python bots that scrape, post, and monitor markets without breaking a sweat. Here's the MASTERCLAW system making it bulletproof.

theAIcatchup Apr 08, 2026 3 min read

Schematic of MASTERCLAW architecture managing 12 autonomous Python bots on a Hetzner VPS

⚡ Key Takeaways

MASTERCLAW runs 12 Python bots 24/7 on a €6 VPS with 99%+ uptime via layered supervision. 𝕏
Ditch nohup: Tmux for control, masterclaw.py for spawning/watchdog, systemd for persistence. 𝕏
Isolated subprocesses ensure one crash doesn't kill the fleet — simple, scalable, no bloat. 𝕏

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