Hermes Desktop
Your open-source AI agent, now a native desktop app for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Overview
Hermes Desktop by Nous Research brings the power of an open-source AI agent directly to your desktop. Designed to grow with you, this native application runs on macOS, Windows, and Linux, offering a seamless and private AI experience. Built on cutting-edge language models, Hermes Desktop learns from your interactions and adapts to your workflow, helping you automate tasks, answer questions, and manage your digital life—all while keeping your data local and secure.
With full control over the underlying models and code, you can customize, extend, and contribute to the agent's development. Whether you're a developer looking to integrate AI into your tools or a power user seeking a personal assistant, Hermes Desktop provides a flexible, transparent, and ever-evolving solution.
Key Features
Open-source codebase for full transparency and customization
Native cross-platform support (macOS
Windows
Linux)
Local execution ensures data privacy and offline use
Continuous learning from user interactions
Voice input and text-based interaction
Plugin and extension ecosystem
System tray integration for quick access
Customizable AI models (choose from various sizes)
Task automation and scheduling
Built-in file system navigation and manipulation
Pros & Cons
Pros
- arrow_right + Fully open-source with active community development
- arrow_right + Privacy-first: all data stays local
- arrow_right + Cross-platform availability
- arrow_right + Customizable and extensible
- arrow_right + No recurring costs or subscriptions
Cons
- arrow_right - Requires decent hardware for optimal performance
- arrow_right - Smaller model sizes may have limited capabilities
- arrow_right - Learning curve for non-technical users
- arrow_right - Limited integration with cloud services
Pricing Details
Hermes Desktop is completely free and open-source. There are no subscription fees, hidden costs, or premium tiers. Simply download, install, and use it on your computer for unlimited interactions. Donations to support development are welcome but entirely optional.
FAQ
Is Hermes Desktop completely free?
expand_moreYes
it is open-source and free to use for everyone.
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Can I use Hermes Desktop offline?
expand_moreAbsolutely. All processing happens locally on your machine.
Does Hermes Desktop collect my data?
expand_moreNo
your data stays on your device. The agent learns locally.
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What hardware do I need?
expand_morerelatively modern CPU with at least 8GB RAM is recommended. GPU support is optional.
Can I customize the AI models?
expand_moreYes
you can swap in different open-source models or fine-tune your own.
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