diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 52c20de7f49..a28262bc5a6 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -89,7 +89,7 @@ New install? Start here: [Getting started](https://docs.openclaw.ai/start/gettin
 
 - **[OpenAI](https://openai.com/)** (ChatGPT/Codex)
 
-Model note: while many providers/models are supported, for the best experience and lower prompt-injection risk use the strongest latest-generation model available to you. See [Onboarding](https://docs.openclaw.ai/start/onboarding).
+Model note: while many providers and models are supported, prefer a current flagship model from the provider you trust and already use. See [Onboarding](https://docs.openclaw.ai/start/onboarding).
 
 ## Models (selection + auth)
 
@@ -371,7 +371,7 @@ Minimal `~/.openclaw/openclaw.json` (model + defaults):
 ```json5
 {
   agent: {
-    model: "anthropic/claude-opus-4-6",
+    model: "<provider>/<model-id>",
   },
 }
 ```