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Hermes VPS Quick Start Guide

This guide will help you get started, explaining what Hermes is, what's included with your virtual server, and how to access it.

What is Hermes?

Hermes is a basic, pre-installed AI platform that comes on your VPS. It provides a simple, private environment to begin exploring AI agent capabilities.

In simple terms:

It's your own personal AI server.
It runs inside your VPS, keeping your data and interactions secure.
It's designed to be ready to use from the moment your VPS is active.

No complex setup or server tinkering is required.

What’s Included in Your Hermes VPS?

Once your Hermes VPS is successfully purchased, you'll receive a fully-configured virtual private server. Here’s what's pre-installed:

✅ Hermes Platform (Pre-installed) - The core AI environment.
✅ Ubuntu 24.04 - A reliable and secure Linux operating system.

Everything is basic and production-ready from the moment you log in.

Hermes vs. OpenClaw: What's the Difference?

Both products provide a pre-configured AI environment on a VPS. The main difference is the level of features:

Feature	Hermes VPS	OpenClaw VPS
Purpose	A basic, lightweight AI platform for simple tasks and getting started.	An advanced AI command center built for complex automations and integrations.
Features	Simple, straightforward and minimal configuration needed.	Feature-rich with more options for customization and control.
Ideal For	Users who want a simple, private AI server to experiment with.	Users who need a powerful agent with advanced capabilities and external connections.

Logging In to Your Hermes VPS via SSH

To manage your server and interact with Hermes, you will need to connect via SSH (Secure Shell).

1. Locate Your Server Details
Check your email inbox for the welcome message with the subject: "Your Hermes VPS is Ready!" . It contains your server's IP address and root password.

Remember to check your Spam or Junk folder if you don't see it.

2. Connect to Your VPS
Open your terminal (on Mac/Linux) or an SSH client like PuTTY (on Windows). Use the command below, replacing your-vps-ip with your actual server IP address:
bash

ssh root@your-vps-ip

3. Enter Your Password
When prompted, enter the password from your welcome email. Note that for security, the characters you type will not be visible on the screen.

You are now logged in and ready to begin exploring your Hermes VPS.

Need Further Assistance?

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Updated on: 10/07/2026

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