Hermes Agent
Nous Research's AI agent runtime — supervised gateway, multi-profile, OpenAI-compatible API on port 8642, optional dashboard on port 9119 with SSH-tunneled access.
Deploy Hermes Agent in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select Hermes Agent
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
After Deployment
After deploying Hermes Agent with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
Open the Hermes tab in Server Compass
Run the setup wizard from the Setup section to bind your Nous Portal account and add API keys
Configure a chat platform (Telegram / Discord / Slack / WhatsApp) from the Channels section if desired
Pick a model preset from the Models section
Click Tunnel on the Dashboard tab to reach the web UI through an SSH tunnel without exposing port 9119 to the internet
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Hermes Agent FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Hermes Agent
How do I deploy Hermes Agent with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Hermes Agent from the templates list. Fill in the required configuration and click Deploy. The entire process takes under 3 minutes.
What are the system requirements for Hermes Agent?
Hermes Agent requires a minimum of 2048MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 4096MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.
Can I migrate my existing Hermes Agent data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Hermes Agent backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Hermes Agent to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Hermes Agent image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Hermes Agent free to self-host?
Hermes Agent is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($29 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.
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