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How to Update Hermes Version

The world of AI is evolving at an incredible pace. New features, improvements, and security patches are released regularly. This guide explains why keeping your Hermes VPS updated is crucial and how to do it in just a few minutes.


Why Regular Updates Matter


Updating your Hermes installation is not just about getting new features; it is essential for security, stability, and performance.

  • Latest Security Patches: Cyber threats evolve constantly. Updates include critical security fixes that protect your VPS, your AI agent, and your private conversations from newly discovered vulnerabilities.
  • Bug Fixes: Every update includes fixes for known issues, making your agent more reliable and reducing unexpected errors.
  • Performance Optimizations: Updates often include under-the-hood improvements that make your Hermes run faster and use resources more efficiently.
  • Compatibility: As messaging platforms like Telegram and Discord update their APIs, Hermes updates ensure your integrations continue working smoothly.


⚠️ Running an outdated version can expose your server to security risks and may cause compatibility issues with connected apps. We strongly recommend updating promptly when a new version is available.


How to Know the Version and When an Update Is Available


Hermes makes it easy to stay informed. You can check for version and updates at any time without actually installing them.


  1. SSH into your Hermes VPS.
  2. Check current Hermes version.


hermes version



  1. Check if update are available.


hermes update --check



Note: This command only checks, no files are modified, no gateway is restarted. Safe to run at any time. For git installations, it fetches and compares commits against origin/main. For pip installations, it queries PyPI for the latest release.



  1. Run the update command:


hermes update


  1. The system will automatically fetch the latest version of Hermes, download and install all necessary components, verify the installation, and restart the related services.



  1. After the process is complete, you can confirm that the update was successful by running the command hermes version. The displayed version number should reflect the latest update.



You have successfully update the Hermes version.



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Updated on: 16/07/2026

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