We turned our Hermes experiment into a $3.99/mo managed hosting product, live in 60 seconds, no VPS setup required!
We didn’t start by building a product
We were just using Hermes for real work:
Debugging small production issues
Running automation tasks
Coding in short, fragmented sessions across the day
But over time, something became obvious from both using it and trying to self-host it:
The workflow kept breaking across time not because of the agent, but because of how hard it was to keep it running continuously.
Self-hosting wasn’t the real problem; continuity was.
Even before building anything, we went through the normal setup path:
VPS provisioning
Docker + environment setup
webhook configuration
process management and restarts
While this works, it’s fragile in real-world use.
Even “managed” setups we found still required:
SSH access
Manual configuration
Ongoing maintenance responsibility
So in practice, “managed hosting” still didn’t remove the operational burden, it just reduced the initial setup time.
A moment that made it obvious
One specific moment made this click for me. I was working on a small integration issue in short bursts across the day opening Hermes, running a few steps, switching tasks, then coming back later.
But every return felt the same:
I had to re-check what was tried earlier
Re-orient myself in the codebase
Effectively rebuild context before continuing
Nothing was broken, but the workflow never stayed continuous. That’s when it became clear: The real issue wasn’t the agent it was keeping it continuously usable across fragmented real-world sessions.
What we built
We built Agent37 Hermes Hosting a fully managed runtime for Hermes.
Instead of setting anything up, you just:
Launch Hermes in ~60 seconds
Run it continuously without managing infrastructure
Connect Telegram or Discord instantly
Access terminal + file system + browser view
Retain persistent memory across sessions
What you get in each instance
Official Hermes runtime (upstream, unchanged)
Persistent memory across sessions
Skill system for reusable behavior
File system + terminal access
Live browser execution view
Telegram + Discord integration
BYOK support (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, OpenRouter, self-hosted)
Pricing:
$3.99/month per instance. Built around real usage patterns:
Agents are idle most of the time (~90%+)
Shared infrastructure keeps costs efficient
No dedicated always-on servers per user
Link
https://www.agent37.com/hermes
Would you actually use a managed setup like this for coding or automation workflows?
Or is self-hosting still worth it even if it adds setup friction?
It seems great to be able to utilize Telegram or Discord as Hermes control centers How secure are those integration?
Only authorized users are able to submit orders and receive updates thanks to role-based access control and fully encrypted Telegram and Discord integration. You can be sure that your data is secure since we take security very seriously.
Continuous workflow sounds great but how does Hermes handle data storage? Is there a way to manage and backup data from ongoing tasks?
Well hermes stores all your data securely and allows you to manage and back it up as needed. We ensure everything is encrypted and you have full control over your files and task histories, ensuring easy access when you need it.
I adore the concept of not requiring a VPS setup. When you first set up Hermes, how quickly does the environment launch?
You are up and running in about 60 seconds.. we have put a lot of effort into making the setup quick and simple, with no waiting for configuration and provisioning
To be honest,anyone in charge of several agents or workflows could save a ton of time with this.What do you think Agent37s main advantages over conventional self-hosting options are?
Simplicity and constancy are the main benefits.. Agent37 eliminates the need for manual configuration, server uptime concerns and infrastructure management. You simply log in and begin utilizing it which ultimately saves you a great deal of time and work.
This method of job automation works well! Maintaining context between sessions appears to be quite beneficial for debugging and automating repetitive tasks. How it manages bigger datasets and more complex procedures intrigues me.
Well even with big datasets, the system is built to manage complicated workflows well. Hermes can pick up where you left off thanks to the persistent memory, allowing you to continue without the typical disruptions. Tell me if you want to test it out.
Self-hosting has always been a headache for me. This appears to be the solution I've been looking for! I would like to know whether you have any demos or trial versions so I can see how well it works before committing.
I appreciate your help. Free trial is good option. Before you commit, we want to ensure that it is a good fit for your workflow.
It's a great concept to have a continuous workflow without thinking about Docker or servers. How does the real-time integration with Discord and Telegram operate? That seems like it woulld be really useful for short coding assignments.
I am glad you believe that! Yes you may communicate with your Hermes instance while on the go thanks to the integration with Telegram and Discord. You don't need to open a browser in order to send orders and get updates. It all comes down to improving the efficiency of your workflow.