OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Agent to Automate Your Tasks—with Consent
OpenAI has introduced a powerful new ChatGPT Agent, designed to take over your computer (with your permission), manage tasks, and streamline complex workflows from start to finish.
AI agents are emerging in various forms, and OpenAI is now stepping into the arena with its own offering—powered by the ever-evolving ChatGPT. As OpenAI explains, “ChatGPT can now do work for you using its own computer, handling complex tasks from start to finish.” This summarizes what AI agents are built for—and ChatGPT is leading the charge.
Unlike many existing AI agents, OpenAI leverages its vast dataset and advanced capabilities to deliver a smoother, more efficient experience.
What OpenAI Promises with the ChatGPT Agent
So, what sets the ChatGPT Agent apart?
OpenAI says it combines Operator, Deep Research, and ChatGPT into a unified agentic system. You simply provide instructions, and the agent executes them—complete with explanations and reasoning, a feature many competing agents lack.
Importantly, the agent operates with user consent. It won’t perform any actions without approval. You can also pause the agent, intervene manually, or stop it entirely if it doesn’t meet your expectations.
Early benchmarks suggest the ChatGPT Agent outperforms previous AI models in expert-level math and humanities exams.
Who Can Use It and How to Enable
The ChatGPT Agent is available to ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team users. Here’s how to activate it:
- Open ChatGPT on the web
- Go to the Tools dropdown menu
- Select ‘Agent Mode’ (available for Plus, Pro, or Team users)
The Competitive Landscape
With browser-based AI agents becoming mainstream, OpenAI’s move comes at a critical time—especially as GPT-5 remains under wraps. Competitors like Gemini AI Pro and Perplexity Pro have offered free premium access in India for students or Airtel users, and OpenAI may pursue a similar approach to grow its user base—because free always gets attention.
