Before installation
Use a supported Linux image and a plan that meets the application requirements. Back up any existing workload. Confirm DNS, free disk space, and required ports before approving the installer.
Install from the client panel
- Open the purchased VPS and choose Install application.
- Select Hermes Agent and review compatibility, estimated time, and the exact plan.
- Confirm the server identity and backup warning.
- Follow installation progress from the task page. Do not run the installer twice.
The VPS can show Active while application setup is still finishing. Wait for Ready or review the reported result before using it.
First setup
The installer prepares Hermes and its dependencies. Complete provider configuration without sending API keys through billing chat. Run the agent under a dedicated account and keep shell or filesystem permissions narrow.
Troubleshooting
Check the installation result, VPS power state, DNS, required ports, free storage, memory, service or container status, and the first relevant log error. Preserve logs before retrying. If the task needs attention, open a support ticket instead of rebuilding the VPS.
Backup and recovery
Back up the Hermes home directory, profiles, tool configuration, and provider settings. Store secrets separately and rotate them if they were ever displayed or logged.
Official documentation
Review the current Hermes Agent documentation before production changes.