🪁 CopilotKit CLI
NOTE: The CopilotKit CLI is an optional tool that enhances the developer experience of CopilotKit. It is not required to use CopilotKit. Click here to get started with CopilotKit..

What is the CopilotKit CLI?
The CopilotKit CLI boosts your CopilotKit development experience. It integrates neatly with Copilot Cloud.
Installation
npm install -g copilotkit
pnpm install -g copilotkit
yarn global add copilotkit
Commands
init: Add CopilotKit to your Next.js project
The fastest way to add CopilotKit to your Next.js project is with the init command:
cd my-nextjs-app
copilotkit init
This interactive command will:
- Set up the required UI components
- Configure AI agents if desired (LangGraph, CrewAI)
- Connect to Copilot Cloud (optional)
- Create all necessary configuration files
You can also pass flags to automate the setup:
copilotkit init --mode LangGraph
login: Authenticating with Copilot Cloud
First, ensure you have an account on Copilot Cloud.
Then, run the following command to authenticate with Copilot Cloud:
copilotkit login
dev: Local Endpoint Development
The CopilotKit CLI allows you to create a local tunnel to your CopilotKit remote endpoints, agents, and LangGraph apps.
For example, to create a local tunnel to an endpoint running locally on port 8000, you can run:
copilotkit dev --port 8000
Need help?
You can always run copilotkit --help to get help on the CopilotKit CLI.
You're welcome to join our Discord to get help from the CopilotKit team and community.