Hermes Agent
About
Cross-platform AI agent by Nous Research with unified memory across Telegram, Discord, Slack and more
Our Verdict
For Specific NeedsOpen-source AI agent framework for building autonomous task-completion systems.
Hermes Agent provides a framework for building AI systems that can autonomously plan, execute, and iterate on complex tasks. It targets developers who want to create custom agent workflows with tool-use capabilities and multi-step reasoning.
As an open-source project, it offers full customization but requires technical expertise to set up and maintain. For most users who just want agent capabilities, products like Dify or Coze provide a more accessible path.
Best for
- •Custom AI agent development
- •Research into autonomous AI systems
- •Developers wanting full agent control
Consider alternatives if
- •You want a no-code agent builder (→ Dify, Coze)
- •You need production-ready orchestration (→ LangChain, AutoGPT)
Supported Platforms
Available platforms include Windows, macOS, Linux, and API.
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Latest Update
2026: Hermes Agent launched by Nous Research with multi-platform support and unified memory system
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
Install Hermes Agent
Choose your OS and run the install command:
curl -fsSL https://hermes-agent.nousresearch.com/install.sh | bashiex (irm https://hermes-agent.nousresearch.com/install.ps1)Reload shell and start
Reload your shell, then run hermes to start chatting:
source ~/.bashrchermesConfigure LLM provider
Choose your LLM provider, or use Nous Portal for the fastest setup:
hermes setup --portalhermes modelConnect messaging platforms
Connect Telegram, Discord, Slack, WhatsApp and more:
hermes gateway setupDone — your agent is ready
Hermes Agent now learns from every conversation, creates skills, and remembers you across all connected platforms. No extra steps needed.
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Related Tutorials
Hermes Agent CLI Beginner's Guide: From Installation to Your First AI Agent Task
Learn how to install Hermes Agent on Windows, macOS, or Linux, set up a provider, and start your first AI agent conversation step by step.
Hermes Agent Desktop App: Installation & First Use Guide
Download, install, and set up the Hermes Desktop app on macOS, Windows, or Linux. Learn how to use Hermes' AI agent features from a graphical interface.
Hermes Agent CLI MCP Beginner's Guide: Connect Hermes Agent CLI to External Data and Services
Connect Hermes Agent CLI to external data and services through MCP servers via the official catalog and config.yaml
Hermes Agent Desktop MCP Beginner's Guide: Configure MCP Servers in the Desktop App
Configure MCP servers in the Hermes Agent desktop app using Settings, sharing the same config.yaml as the CLI