Archon is a comprehensive decentralized identity system providing local node management, DID operations, and secure vault storage for AI agents.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install archon-skill
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install archon-skill using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Archon Decentralized Identity?
Archon serves as a robust framework for self-sovereign identity (SSI), enabling users and AI agents to manage their digital presence without reliance on central authorities. By leveraging Openclaw Skills, developers can deploy local nodes that handle complex wallet operations through Keymaster, resolve public DIDs via Gatekeeper, and utilize IPFS for content-addressable storage. This skill provides the bridge between local agent operations and the broader decentralized identity network, ensuring privacy and cryptographic security.
The system is designed for high-stakes identity management, anchoring identities to the Bitcoin blockchain for immutability. Whether you are running a single agent or a complex daemon collective, this skill facilitates the creation, issuance, and verification of digital credentials while maintaining local control over private keys and sensitive data.
Archon Decentralized Identity Use Cases
- Creating unique DIDs for AI agents and automated projects to establish cryptographic proof of identity.
- Issuing and verifying credentials to attest to specific capabilities or platform links such as Nostr.
- Managing encrypted vaults for secure, distributed backup of sensitive configuration data and credentials.
- Facilitating group coordination within daemon collectives through shared vaults and role-based access control.
- Resolving and exploring decentralized identities across the global network for discovery and verification.
How Archon Decentralized Identity Works
- Deploy a local Archon node using a Docker Compose stack containing Keymaster, Gatekeeper, and IPFS services.
- Initialize a secure, encrypted wallet to manage private keys locally without exposing them to the network.
- Generate Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) using the Keymaster CLI to establish a unique digital presence.
- Issue verifiable credentials that link identities or attest to specific agent traits using standard W3C data models.
- Anchor identity documents to the blockchain or IPFS to ensure they can be resolved globally by other agents.
- Utilize encrypted vaults to store and retrieve sensitive data, keyed to specific DIDs for granular access control.
Archon Decentralized Identity Setup
To get started with Archon using Openclaw Skills, ensure Docker is installed and follow these steps:
# Start the local node stack
cd ~/bin/archon
docker compose up -d
# Configure your environment
export ARCHON_CONFIG_DIR="$HOME/.config/hex/archon"
export ARCHON_PASSPHRASE="your-secure-passphrase"
# Create your first agent identity
npx @didcid/keymaster create-id --name "agent-01" --type agent
Archon Decentralized Identity Data Schema & Taxonomy
Archon organizes its identity and storage data using a specific hierarchy of local and distributed files:
| Component | Description | Default Path |
|---|---|---|
| Wallet | Encrypted private keys and metadata | ~/bin/archon/data/keymaster/wallet.json |
| Config | Environment and runtime configuration | ~/.config/hex/archon/archon.env |
| Vaults | Encrypted storage objects | Distributed via IPFS |
| Node State | MongoDB and Redis state management | Docker Volumes |
Archon Decentralized Identity Advanced Features
- Multi-platform compatibility across Linux, macOS, and Windows (via WSL2) for flexible deployment.
- Deep integration with HexMem for automated daily vault backups of critical agent databases.
- P2P distribution via Hyperswarm to ensure identity resolution even during network partitions.
- Support for daemon collectives with multi-member group vaults and shared credential management.
- Built-in health monitoring and heartbeat scripts to maintain container uptime and API responsiveness.
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