meta/llama-guard-4-12b — Free AI Model & API

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nvidia-nim/meta-llama-guard-4-12b
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Context Window 164K
Max Output 16K
Rate Limit Up to 40 RPM
Cost $0.00 FREE
Free Period Since May 10, 2026
Credit Card Not required
Status Online

Overview

Llama Guard 4 12B is Meta's safety content moderation model, free on NVIDIA NIM. Unlike general-purpose chat models, it is specifically designed to detect unsafe content, policy violations, and harmful outputs in AI systems — a specialized tool for building content safety pipelines. Up to 40 RPM, no daily token cap. OpenAI-compatible; requires NVIDIA Developer Program membership and phone verification.

Model ID
meta/llama-guard-4-12b
Base URL
https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1
Specifications
Context: 164K · Output: 16K · Modality: text, image · OpenAI Compat: Yes

Quick Start

Integrate meta/llama-guard-4-12b with 3 lines of code. See the config generator for Claude Code, Cursor, and more.

from openai import OpenAI

client = OpenAI(
 base_url="https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1",
 api_key="YOUR_API_KEY"
)

response = client.chat.completions.create(
 model="meta/llama-guard-4-12b",
 messages=[{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
)
print(response.choices[0].message.content)
import OpenAI from "openai";

const openai = new OpenAI({
 baseURL: "https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1",
 apiKey: "YOUR_API_KEY",
});

const completion = await openai.chat.completions.create({
 model: "meta/llama-guard-4-12b",
 messages: [{ role: "user", content: "Hello!" }],
});

console.log(completion.choices[0].message.content);
curl https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1/chat/completions \
 -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
 -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
 -d '{
 "model": "meta/llama-guard-4-12b",
 "messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
 }'

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Rate Limits & Constraints

Rate Limit Up to 40 RPM
Context Window 164K
Max Output Tokens 16K
Cost Free — since May 10, 2026
Credit Card Not required
OpenAI Compatible Yes — drop-in replacement

NVIDIA NIM Platform Limitations

  • ~40 RPM shared across all models, not per-model
  • Some models require additional registration per model family
  • Unavailable models listed in catalog but uncallable with standard key

Features & Use Cases

Best For

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Modality Support

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NVIDIA NIM Highlights

  • 100+ open models available
  • No daily token cap
  • ~40 RPM free tier
  • No credit card required

Playground — Test meta/llama-guard-4-12b

Test meta/llama-guard-4-12b directly in your browser. Your API key is sent directly to NVIDIA NIM — never stored.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an API key for meta/llama-guard-4-12b?

Sign up at NVIDIA NIM to get your API key. No credit card is required — just an email sign-up. Once you have the key, use the code snippets in the Quick Start section above.

Is meta/llama-guard-4-12b really free?

Yes. meta/llama-guard-4-12b is available on NVIDIA NIM's free tier and has been free since May 10, 2026. Rate limits apply: Up to 40 RPM. Always check the provider's terms for any changes to the free tier.

What are meta/llama-guard-4-12b's rate limits?

Up to 40 RPM Context window: 164K. Max output: 16K. No credit card required.

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