# Install Hermes Agent

Linux-only preview. Hermes Agent runs locally and connects to Hermes Cloud for
managed model routing, remote repair, and backups.

Requirements:

- Linux
- Docker
- An email address
- 2GB or more RAM recommended

Install Hermes:

```bash
curl -fsSL https://hermes.deepai.host/install.sh | sh
```

Check compatibility first:

```bash
curl -fsSL https://hermes.deepai.host/check.sh | sh
```

Repair later:

```bash
curl -fsSL https://hermes.deepai.host/repair.sh | sh
```

After install:

- setup: https://hermes.deepai.host/setup
- status: https://hermes.deepai.host/status
- local state: ~/.hermes

This preview uses email-only signup. Email is not verified yet. Your machine
backs up to Hermes Cloud; you do not need AWS.