# Genkit xAI Plugin (Community)
> **Community Plugin** — This plugin is community-maintained and is not an
> official Google or xAI product. It is provided on an "as-is" basis.
This Genkit plugin provides integration with xAI's Grok models for
text generation, streaming, and tool calling.
## Installation
```bash
pip install genkit-plugin-xai
```
## Setup
Set your xAI API key:
```bash
export XAI_API_KEY=your-api-key
```
Get your API key from: https://console.x.ai/
## Usage
```python
from genkit import Genkit
from genkit.plugins.xai import XAI
ai = Genkit(plugins=[XAI()], model='xai/grok-3')
response = await ai.generate(prompt='Hello, Grok!')
print(response.text)
```
## Disclaimer
This is a **community-maintained** plugin and is not officially supported by
Google or xAI. Use of xAI's API is subject to
[xAI's Terms of Service](https://x.ai/legal/terms-of-service) and
[Privacy Policy](https://x.ai/legal/privacy-policy). You are responsible for
complying with all applicable terms when using this plugin.
- **API Key Security** — Never commit your xAI API key to version control.
Use environment variables or a secrets manager.
- **Usage Limits** — Be aware of your xAI plan's rate limits and token
quotas. See [xAI Pricing](https://x.ai/api#pricing).
- **Data Handling** — Review xAI's data processing practices before
sending sensitive or personally identifiable information.
## License
Apache-2.0
