grok.exe: which program is it?
grok.exe is a program file that 2 Windows programs install, the best known being Grok Build. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grok Build | xAI Corp. | 1.0.70 | — |
| grok-cli | — | 1.0.67 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is grok.exe safe?
grok.exe is a normal part of Grok Build when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is grok.exe located?
In the program's install folder, which the installer chooses; winget puts portable programs under %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\WinGet\Packages.
How do I remove grok.exe?
Uninstall Grok Build through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes grok.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.