v0.21.7 v0.22.0
NousResearch/hermes-agentOct 12, 2026 → Oct 14, 20262 days between releases
What's New
Major release adds local models, connectors, and guided setup with signed packages.
Breaking Changes
- Source installs now default to stable release channels instead of main
- Desktop packages are now signed, potentially breaking existing verification scripts
- New connector architecture may require reconfiguration of existing app integrations
New Features
- One-click local model support using llama.cpp
- Guided first-launch setup for new users
- Connectors for external apps like Linear and Notion
- Curated plugin catalog with safety rules
- Signed desktop packages for Windows and macOS
Improvements
- Codebase reduced by a third
- Enhanced stability with tested SemVer releases
- Unified package manager for all installation methods
- Support for Claude 5.5 and GPT-6 models
- Improved accessibility with new onboarding workflows
Upgrade Notes
Source installs now default to stable release channels; use `--set-channel main` to revert to every commit. New signed desktop packages may require updating verification logic in CI/CD pipelines. Configure connectors and local models in the new guided setup or settings.
The Two Releases
Hermes Agent v0.21.7
Oct 12, 2026· 10 days ago
This patch release aggregates approximately 204 merged pull requests since v0.21.6, covering updates for the desktop app, Microsoft Store, MSIX, installer, Docker, and Hermes Cloud. It introduces source install updates that now follow tagged releases and improves resume functionality for reasoning models.
Full release notesHermes Agent v0.22.0 — The Threshold Release
Oct 14, 2026· 8 days ago
v0.22.0 is a massive 'Threshold Release' focused on accessibility and stability, introducing a guided first-launch setup, deep integrations with external apps via connectors, and local model support. It establishes stable release channels, signed desktop packages, and a curated catalog of 600 plugins, marking a major step in the project's maturity.
Full release notes