build: raise Node 22 compatibility floor to 22.16

docs/index.md

@@ -54,7 +54,7 @@ OpenClaw is a **self-hosted gateway** that connects your favorite chat apps —
 - **Agent-native**: built for coding agents with tool use, sessions, memory, and multi-agent routing
 - **Open source**: MIT licensed, community-driven
 
-**What do you need?** Node 24 (recommended), or Node 22.12+ for compatibility, an API key from your chosen provider, and 5 minutes. For best quality and security, use the strongest latest-generation model available.
+**What do you need?** Node 24 (recommended), or Node 22 LTS (`22.16+`) for compatibility, an API key from your chosen provider, and 5 minutes. For best quality and security, use the strongest latest-generation model available.
 
 ## How it works
 

docs/install/ansible.md

@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ The Ansible playbook installs and configures:
 1. **Tailscale** (mesh VPN for secure remote access)
 2. **UFW firewall** (SSH + Tailscale ports only)
 3. **Docker CE + Compose V2** (for agent sandboxes)
-4. **Node.js 24 + pnpm** (runtime dependencies; Node `22.12+` remains supported for compatibility)
+4. **Node.js 24 + pnpm** (runtime dependencies; Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, remains supported for compatibility)
 5. **OpenClaw** (host-based, not containerized)
 6. **Systemd service** (auto-start with security hardening)
 

docs/install/bun.md

@@ -45,7 +45,7 @@ bun run vitest run
 Bun may block dependency lifecycle scripts unless explicitly trusted (`bun pm untrusted` / `bun pm trust`).
 For this repo, the commonly blocked scripts are not required:
 
-- `@whiskeysockets/baileys` `preinstall`: checks Node major >= 20 (OpenClaw defaults to Node 24 and still supports Node `22.12+`).
+- `@whiskeysockets/baileys` `preinstall`: checks Node major >= 20 (OpenClaw defaults to Node 24 and still supports Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`).
 - `protobufjs` `postinstall`: emits warnings about incompatible version schemes (no build artifacts).
 
 If you hit a real runtime issue that requires these scripts, trust them explicitly:

docs/install/index.md

@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ Already followed [Getting Started](/start/getting-started)? You're all set — t
 
 ## System requirements
 
-- **[Node 24 (recommended)](/install/node)** (`22.12+` is still supported for compatibility; the [installer script](#install-methods) will install Node 24 if missing)
+- **[Node 24 (recommended)](/install/node)** (Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, is still supported for compatibility; the [installer script](#install-methods) will install Node 24 if missing)
 - macOS, Linux, or Windows
 - `pnpm` only if you build from source
 
@@ -70,7 +70,7 @@ For VPS/cloud hosts, avoid third-party "1-click" marketplace images when possibl
   </Accordion>
 
   <Accordion title="npm / pnpm" icon="package">
-    If you already manage Node yourself, we recommend Node 24. OpenClaw still supports Node `22.12+` for compatibility:
+    If you already manage Node yourself, we recommend Node 24. OpenClaw still supports Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, for compatibility:
 
     <Tabs>
       <Tab title="npm">

docs/install/installer.md

@@ -71,7 +71,7 @@ Recommended for most interactive installs on macOS/Linux/WSL.
     Supports macOS and Linux (including WSL). If macOS is detected, installs Homebrew if missing.
   </Step>
   <Step title="Ensure Node.js 24 by default">
-    Checks Node version and installs Node 24 if needed (Homebrew on macOS, NodeSource setup scripts on Linux apt/dnf/yum). OpenClaw still supports Node `22.12+` for compatibility.
+    Checks Node version and installs Node 24 if needed (Homebrew on macOS, NodeSource setup scripts on Linux apt/dnf/yum). OpenClaw still supports Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, for compatibility.
   </Step>
   <Step title="Ensure Git">
     Installs Git if missing.

docs/install/node.md

@@ -9,7 +9,7 @@ read_when:
 
 # Node.js
 
-OpenClaw requires **Node 22.12 or newer**. **Node 24 is the default and recommended runtime** for installs, CI, and release workflows. The [installer script](/install#install-methods) will detect and install Node automatically — this page is for when you want to set up Node yourself and make sure everything is wired up correctly (versions, PATH, global installs).
+OpenClaw requires **Node 22.16 or newer**. **Node 24 is the default and recommended runtime** for installs, CI, and release workflows. Node 22 remains supported via the active LTS line. The [installer script](/install#install-methods) will detect and install Node automatically — this page is for when you want to set up Node yourself and make sure everything is wired up correctly (versions, PATH, global installs).
 
 ## Check your version
 
@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ OpenClaw requires **Node 22.12 or newer**. **Node 24 is the default and recommen
 node -v
 ```
 
-If this prints `v24.x.x` or higher, you're on the recommended default. If it prints `v22.12.x` or higher, OpenClaw is still supported, but we recommend upgrading to Node 24 when convenient. If Node isn't installed or the version is too old, pick an install method below.
+If this prints `v24.x.x` or higher, you're on the recommended default. If it prints `v22.16.x` or higher, you're on the supported Node 22 LTS path, but we still recommend upgrading to Node 24 when convenient. If Node isn't installed or the version is too old, pick an install method below.
 
 ## Install Node
 

docs/platforms/linux.md

@@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ Native Linux companion apps are planned. Contributions are welcome if you want t
 
 ## Beginner quick path (VPS)
 
-1. Install Node 24 (recommended; Node `22.12+` still works for compatibility)
+1. Install Node 24 (recommended; Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, still works for compatibility)
 2. `npm i -g openclaw@latest`
 3. `openclaw onboard --install-daemon`
 4. From your laptop: `ssh -N -L 18789:127.0.0.1:18789 <user>@<host>`

docs/platforms/mac/bundled-gateway.md

@@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ running (or attaches to an existing local Gateway if one is already running).
 
 ## Install the CLI (required for local mode)
 
-Node 24 is the default runtime on the Mac. Node `22.12+` still works for compatibility. Then install `openclaw` globally:
+Node 24 is the default runtime on the Mac. Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, still works for compatibility. Then install `openclaw` globally:
 
 ```bash
 npm install -g openclaw@<version>

docs/platforms/mac/signing.md

@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ This app is usually built from [`scripts/package-mac-app.sh`](https://github.com
 - calls [`scripts/codesign-mac-app.sh`](https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/blob/main/scripts/codesign-mac-app.sh) to sign the main binary and app bundle so macOS treats each rebuild as the same signed bundle and keeps TCC permissions (notifications, accessibility, screen recording, mic, speech). For stable permissions, use a real signing identity; ad-hoc is opt-in and fragile (see [macOS permissions](/platforms/mac/permissions)).
 - uses `CODESIGN_TIMESTAMP=auto` by default; it enables trusted timestamps for Developer ID signatures. Set `CODESIGN_TIMESTAMP=off` to skip timestamping (offline debug builds).
 - inject build metadata into Info.plist: `OpenClawBuildTimestamp` (UTC) and `OpenClawGitCommit` (short hash) so the About pane can show build, git, and debug/release channel.
-- **Packaging defaults to Node 24**: the script runs TS builds and the Control UI build. Node `22.12+` remains supported for compatibility.
+- **Packaging defaults to Node 24**: the script runs TS builds and the Control UI build. Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, remains supported for compatibility.
 - reads `SIGN_IDENTITY` from the environment. Add `export SIGN_IDENTITY="Apple Development: Your Name (TEAMID)"` (or your Developer ID Application cert) to your shell rc to always sign with your cert. Ad-hoc signing requires explicit opt-in via `ALLOW_ADHOC_SIGNING=1` or `SIGN_IDENTITY="-"` (not recommended for permission testing).
 - runs a Team ID audit after signing and fails if any Mach-O inside the app bundle is signed by a different Team ID. Set `SKIP_TEAM_ID_CHECK=1` to bypass.
 

docs/reference/RELEASING.md

@@ -9,7 +9,7 @@ read_when:
 
 # Release Checklist (npm + macOS)
 
-Use `pnpm` from the repo root with Node 24 by default. Node `22.12+` remains supported for compatibility. Keep the working tree clean before tagging/publishing.
+Use `pnpm` from the repo root with Node 24 by default. Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, remains supported for compatibility. Keep the working tree clean before tagging/publishing.
 
 ## Operator trigger
 

docs/start/getting-started.md

@@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ Docs: [Dashboard](/web/dashboard) and [Control UI](/web/control-ui).
 
 ## Prereqs
 
-- Node 24 recommended (`22.12+` still supported for compatibility)
+- Node 24 recommended (Node 22 LTS, currently `22.16+`, still supported for compatibility)
 
 <Tip>
 Check your Node version with `node --version` if you are unsure.

package.json

@@ -420,7 +420,7 @@
     "node-llama-cpp": "3.16.2"
   },
   "engines": {
-    "node": ">=22.12.0"
+    "node": ">=22.16.0"
   },
   "packageManager": "pnpm@10.23.0",
   "pnpm": {

scripts/install.sh

@@ -18,7 +18,7 @@ NC='\033[0m' # No Color
 DEFAULT_TAGLINE="All your chats, one OpenClaw."
 NODE_DEFAULT_MAJOR=24
 NODE_MIN_MAJOR=22
-NODE_MIN_MINOR=12
+NODE_MIN_MINOR=16
 NODE_MIN_VERSION="${NODE_MIN_MAJOR}.${NODE_MIN_MINOR}"
 
 ORIGINAL_PATH="${PATH:-}"

src/daemon/runtime-paths.test.ts

@@ -56,7 +56,7 @@ describe("resolvePreferredNodePath", () => {
     const execFile = vi
       .fn()
       .mockResolvedValueOnce({ stdout: "18.0.0\n", stderr: "" }) // execPath too old
-      .mockResolvedValueOnce({ stdout: "22.12.0\n", stderr: "" }); // system node ok
+      .mockResolvedValueOnce({ stdout: "22.16.0\n", stderr: "" }); // system node ok
 
     const result = await resolvePreferredNodePath({
       env: {},
@@ -73,7 +73,7 @@ describe("resolvePreferredNodePath", () => {
   it("ignores execPath when it is not node", async () => {
     mockNodePathPresent(darwinNode);
 
-    const execFile = vi.fn().mockResolvedValue({ stdout: "22.12.0\n", stderr: "" });
+    const execFile = vi.fn().mockResolvedValue({ stdout: "22.16.0\n", stderr: "" });
 
     const result = await resolvePreferredNodePath({
       env: {},
@@ -93,8 +93,8 @@ describe("resolvePreferredNodePath", () => {
   it("uses system node when it meets the minimum version", async () => {
     mockNodePathPresent(darwinNode);
 
-    // Node 22.12.0+ is the minimum required version
-    const execFile = vi.fn().mockResolvedValue({ stdout: "22.12.0\n", stderr: "" });
+    // Node 22.16.0+ is the minimum required version
+    const execFile = vi.fn().mockResolvedValue({ stdout: "22.16.0\n", stderr: "" });
 
     const result = await resolvePreferredNodePath({
       env: {},
@@ -111,8 +111,8 @@ describe("resolvePreferredNodePath", () => {
   it("skips system node when it is too old", async () => {
     mockNodePathPresent(darwinNode);
 
-    // Node 22.11.x is below minimum 22.12.0
-    const execFile = vi.fn().mockResolvedValue({ stdout: "22.11.0\n", stderr: "" });
+    // Node 22.15.x is below minimum 22.16.0
+    const execFile = vi.fn().mockResolvedValue({ stdout: "22.15.0\n", stderr: "" });
 
     const result = await resolvePreferredNodePath({
       env: {},
@@ -168,7 +168,7 @@ describe("resolveStableNodePath", () => {
   it("resolves versioned node@22 formula to opt symlink", async () => {
     mockNodePathPresent("/opt/homebrew/opt/node@22/bin/node");
 
-    const result = await resolveStableNodePath("/opt/homebrew/Cellar/node@22/22.12.0/bin/node");
+    const result = await resolveStableNodePath("/opt/homebrew/Cellar/node@22/22.16.0/bin/node");
     expect(result).toBe("/opt/homebrew/opt/node@22/bin/node");
   });
 
@@ -218,8 +218,8 @@ describe("resolveSystemNodeInfo", () => {
   it("returns supported info when version is new enough", async () => {
     mockNodePathPresent(darwinNode);
 
-    // Node 22.12.0+ is the minimum required version
-    const execFile = vi.fn().mockResolvedValue({ stdout: "22.12.0\n", stderr: "" });
+    // Node 22.16.0+ is the minimum required version
+    const execFile = vi.fn().mockResolvedValue({ stdout: "22.16.0\n", stderr: "" });
 
     const result = await resolveSystemNodeInfo({
       env: {},
@@ -229,7 +229,7 @@ describe("resolveSystemNodeInfo", () => {
 
     expect(result).toEqual({
       path: darwinNode,
-      version: "22.12.0",
+      version: "22.16.0",
       supported: true,
     });
   });

src/infra/runtime-guard.test.ts

@@ -16,16 +16,16 @@ describe("runtime-guard", () => {
   });
 
   it("compares versions correctly", () => {
-    expect(isAtLeast({ major: 22, minor: 12, patch: 0 }, { major: 22, minor: 12, patch: 0 })).toBe(
+    expect(isAtLeast({ major: 22, minor: 16, patch: 0 }, { major: 22, minor: 16, patch: 0 })).toBe(
       true,
     );
-    expect(isAtLeast({ major: 22, minor: 13, patch: 0 }, { major: 22, minor: 12, patch: 0 })).toBe(
+    expect(isAtLeast({ major: 22, minor: 17, patch: 0 }, { major: 22, minor: 16, patch: 0 })).toBe(
       true,
     );
-    expect(isAtLeast({ major: 22, minor: 11, patch: 0 }, { major: 22, minor: 12, patch: 0 })).toBe(
+    expect(isAtLeast({ major: 22, minor: 15, patch: 0 }, { major: 22, minor: 16, patch: 0 })).toBe(
       false,
     );
-    expect(isAtLeast({ major: 21, minor: 9, patch: 0 }, { major: 22, minor: 12, patch: 0 })).toBe(
+    expect(isAtLeast({ major: 21, minor: 9, patch: 0 }, { major: 22, minor: 16, patch: 0 })).toBe(
       false,
     );
   });
@@ -33,11 +33,11 @@ describe("runtime-guard", () => {
   it("validates runtime thresholds", () => {
     const nodeOk: RuntimeDetails = {
       kind: "node",
-      version: "22.12.0",
+      version: "22.16.0",
       execPath: "/usr/bin/node",
       pathEnv: "/usr/bin",
     };
-    const nodeOld: RuntimeDetails = { ...nodeOk, version: "22.11.0" };
+    const nodeOld: RuntimeDetails = { ...nodeOk, version: "22.15.0" };
     const nodeTooOld: RuntimeDetails = { ...nodeOk, version: "21.9.0" };
     const unknown: RuntimeDetails = {
       kind: "unknown",
@@ -78,7 +78,7 @@ describe("runtime-guard", () => {
     const details: RuntimeDetails = {
       ...detectRuntime(),
       kind: "node",
-      version: "22.12.0",
+      version: "22.16.0",
       execPath: "/usr/bin/node",
     };
     expect(() => assertSupportedRuntime(runtime, details)).not.toThrow();

src/infra/runtime-guard.ts

@@ -9,7 +9,7 @@ type Semver = {
   patch: number;
 };
 
-const MIN_NODE: Semver = { major: 22, minor: 12, patch: 0 };
+const MIN_NODE: Semver = { major: 22, minor: 16, patch: 0 };
 
 export type RuntimeDetails = {
   kind: RuntimeKind;
@@ -88,7 +88,7 @@ export function assertSupportedRuntime(
 
   runtime.error(
     [
-      "openclaw requires Node >=22.12.0.",
+      "openclaw requires Node >=22.16.0.",
       `Detected: ${runtimeLabel} (exec: ${execLabel}).`,
       `PATH searched: ${details.pathEnv}`,
       "Install Node: https://nodejs.org/en/download",

src/memory/embeddings.ts

@@ -310,7 +310,7 @@ function formatLocalSetupError(err: unknown): string {
         : undefined,
     missing && detail ? `Detail: ${detail}` : null,
     "To enable local embeddings:",
-    "1) Use Node 24 (recommended for installs/updates; Node 22.12+ remains supported)",
+    "1) Use Node 24 (recommended for installs/updates; Node 22 LTS, currently 22.16+, remains supported)",
     missing
       ? "2) Reinstall OpenClaw (this should install node-llama-cpp): npm i -g openclaw@latest"
       : null,