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Self-hosted AI agent guides

Step-by-step setup, honest host comparisons and real cost numbers for running your own AI agent.

Hermes Agent: What It Is and How to Run Your Own (2026 Guide)

Hermes Agent explained in plain English: what it is, what it can do, what it costs, the 4 ways to run it, and how to keep it safe. Updated for v0.23 (November 2026).

How to Run OpenClaw on a VPS (Beginner-Friendly 2026 Guide)

Keep your OpenClaw agent online 24/7 on a $7–$15 server. Three ways to set it up, from one click to full manual install, plus the security steps most guides skip.

Best VPS for OpenClaw in 2026 (6 Options Compared)

Hostinger, DigitalOcean, Vultr, Hetzner and two managed hosts compared on price, setup effort and who each one suits.

What Is Vibe Coding? (And How to Put What You Build Online)

Vibe coding means building apps and websites by describing what you want to an AI in plain English. Learn how it works, the best tools, the risks, and how to put your project online.

Hermes Agent vs OpenClaw: Which Self-Hosted AI Agent Should You Run?

A plain-English comparison of Nous Research's Hermes Agent and OpenClaw — how they work, what they need, and who each one is for.

How Much Does OpenClaw Cost Per Month? (Real Numbers for 2026)

OpenClaw is free software, but running it isn't. Server, AI model and time costs for light, regular and heavy use — and when managed hosting is cheaper.

How to Install Hermes Agent on a VPS (Step by Step, 2026)

Get a Hostinger VPS with Hermes Agent already installed, using the one-click template. No coding. About 10 minutes and $7 a month.

Codex CLI: Build an App and Deploy It to a VPS (Step by Step, 2026)

Install OpenAI's Codex CLI on a VPS, sign in with ChatGPT, have it build a web app, and put the app online with your own domain. Copy-and-paste steps, no coding needed.

Google AI Studio Vibe Coding: Put Your App on Your Own Domain (2026)

Build an app with Google AI Studio's vibe coding Build mode, publish it free, then put it on your own domain. Step by step, with the costs and the catches.