How-To Guide
1-Click Hermes Agent Install with Pinokio
Install Hermes Agent in one click using Pinokio — no terminal, no config files, just click and go.
Quick answer
Install Hermes with Pinokio for a one-click setup that handles dependencies and launch without touching a terminal — find Hermes on pinokio.computer and click install. You still configure a model provider afterward so the agent has a model to call; Pinokio removes the setup friction, not the provider step.
Pinokio is a one-click launcher for AI tools — it handles all the installation complexity so you can have Hermes running in minutes without touching a terminal or config file.
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Before you start:
- ☑A Windows, macOS, or Linux machine (Pinokio supports all three)
- ☑Pinokio downloaded from pinokio.computer
- ☑An API key ready if you want cloud inference (not needed if using Ollama)
Steps
- 1
Install Pinokio
Download Pinokio from pinokio.computer for your OS (Windows, macOS, Linux)
- 2
Search for Hermes
Open Pinokio and search for 'Hermes Agent' in the app directory
- 3
Click Install
Click the Install button — Pinokio handles all dependencies automatically
- 4
Configure
Use the built-in settings UI to add your API key and connect channels
- 5
Launch
Click Start and Hermes is running — access via the web UI or your connected channels
Pro Tips
- 💡Pinokio is ideal for non-technical users who want to try Hermes without command-line setup
- 💡You can still access the full config.yaml through Pinokio's built-in file editor for advanced settings
- 💡Pinokio handles Ollama integration automatically — enable it in the Hermes settings UI to run fully locally
Troubleshooting
❌ Hermes doesn't appear in Pinokio's app directory
✅ Update Pinokio to the latest version. The Hermes app listing may not appear in older Pinokio versions. Check pinokio.computer for updates.
❌ Pinokio install fails partway through
✅ Check your disk space — Pinokio installs Python, Node.js, and model weights which can require several GB. Ensure you have at least 5GB free before installing.
❌ Settings changes in Pinokio don't take effect
✅ After changing settings in Pinokio's UI, click Stop and then Start to fully restart Hermes. Settings changes don't hot-reload automatically.
FAQ
Is Pinokio an official Hermes install method?
Yes. Hermes documents Pinokio as a 1-click option alongside the curl script and Docker. Find it on pinokio.computer and install with one click.
Do I still configure a provider after a Pinokio install?
Yes. Pinokio handles dependencies and launch, but you set a model provider key so the agent has a model to call. Without one, the app starts but can't answer.
Is Pinokio good for an always-on agent?
It's ideal for a local desktop. For an agent that must stay online when your machine is off, a VPS or managed host is more reliable than a desktop installer.