GPT Agent

A new level of capability for AI systems, enabling proactive, autonomous task completion.

What is a GPT Agent?

A GPT Agent is a new capability from OpenAI that enables ChatGPT to think and act proactively. It uses its own virtual computer to complete complex tasks, bridging the gap between AI research and real-world action. By integrating tools like a visual browser, terminal, and API access, the GPT Agent can handle workflows such as analyzing data, interacting with websites, and synthesizing information from multiple sources.

Essentially, it's more than a chatbot—it’s an intelligent assistant that can autonomously navigate software and websites to accomplish a user's instructions.

Thinking & Acting Proactively

Core Features of the GPT Agent

Autonomous Task Execution

A GPT Agent seamlessly switches between reasoning and action, adapting its approach based on task requirements, from using APIs to visually navigating websites.

Integration of Prior Models

It combines Operator's web interaction capabilities with deep research synthesis and ChatGPT's conversational skills for a powerful, unified experience.

Collaborative and Iterative

Users can interrupt, provide clarifications, or change directions mid-task. The GPT Agent resumes without losing progress and can send notifications upon completion.

Benchmark Performance

The agent excels in evaluations like Humanity’s Last Exam and DSBench, surpassing human performance in key data science tasks.

Scheduling & Automation

A GPT Agent supports recurring tasks, such as generating weekly reports automatically, streamlining routine workflows.

Versatile Tool Use

From planning meals to analyzing competitors, the GPT Agent is designed for real-world productivity across a wide range of complex tasks.

Benchmark Performance Visualized

How to Use the GPT Agent

1

Activate Agent Mode

In ChatGPT, select "agent mode" from the tools dropdown in the composer.

2

Describe Your Task

Clearly describe your task or goal. The agent will provide on-screen narration of its actions.

3

Supervise and Collaborate

Interrupt, provide feedback, or take browser control as needed. The GPT Agent works with you.

Access will be rolled out to Pro, Plus, and Team users, with Enterprise and Education access coming soon.

Understanding the Limitations

Potential for Errors

As an early-stage product, a GPT Agent can make errors. Outputs like slide deck generation may have rudimentary formatting or export issues.

Security Risks

Risks include prompt injection from malicious sites and handling sensitive data. Mitigations like user confirmation for high-impact actions are in place.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a GPT Agent?

A GPT Agent is an advanced AI system from OpenAI that can proactively and autonomously execute complex tasks by using a virtual computer environment, including a browser and terminal access.

How is a GPT Agent different from a standard chatbot?

Unlike standard chatbots that follow scripted flows, a GPT Agent can independently reason, plan, and execute multi-step actions across different applications and websites to achieve a goal.

What are the key features of a GPT Agent?

Key features include autonomous task execution, integration of various models, collaborative human-AI interaction, high benchmark performance, and the ability to schedule recurring tasks.

How can I start using the GPT Agent?

You can activate it by selecting "agent mode" from the tools dropdown in the ChatGPT composer, describing your task, and supervising its actions.

Is the GPT Agent available to all users?

It was rolled out starting July 17, 2025, initially to Pro, Plus, and Team users. Enterprise and Education access is planned for the near future.

What kind of tasks can a GPT Agent perform?

It can perform a wide range of tasks, such as planning and purchasing ingredients for a meal, analyzing competitors to create a slide deck, briefing you on meetings, and automating routines like booking travel.

What are the limitations of the GPT Agent?

As an early-stage product, it can make errors, such as producing slides with rudimentary formatting. It also carries security risks like prompt injection, which OpenAI mitigates with user confirmations and other safety measures.

How does OpenAI address security risks?

OpenAI requires user confirmation for high-impact actions (like sending emails), refuses to perform inherently risky tasks (like financial transfers), and provides privacy tools for data management.

What is the pricing for using the GPT Agent?

Access is limited to paid subscribers. Pro users receive 400 messages/month, while Plus and Team users get 40/month. There are options to purchase additional credits.

Can a GPT Agent work collaboratively?

Yes, it's designed for collaboration. You can interrupt it, provide clarifications, or change directions mid-task, and it will resume its work without losing context.