OpenAI Operator is an AI agent developed by OpenAI, capable of autonomously performing tasks through web browser interactions, including filling forms, placing online orders, scheduling appointments, and other repetitive browser-based tasks.[1][2] It uses OpenAI's advanced models to expand practical automation capabilities for users in daily activities.[3]
| OpenAI Operator | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | OpenAI |
| Initial release | January 23, 2025 |
| Type | AI agent |
| Website | openai |
Operator was launched on 23 January 2025.[4] It was released as a limited-access research preview to Pro-tier subscribers in the United States on February 1, 2025, with future plans to broaden availability.[5] Though as of 31 July 2025[update] it is still only available to Pro-tier.[6]
Performance and limitations
In benchmark assessments, Operator achieved notable success, scoring 38.1% on OSWorld benchmarks (OS-level tasks) and 58.1% on WebArena benchmarks (web interactions).[7] However, it has not yet reached human-level accuracy and faces limitations with intricate user interfaces and extended workflows.[3]
Safety and privacy
OpenAI emphasizes privacy and safety measures within Operator, including stringent data protection protocols and built-in safety checks designed to prevent unauthorized sensitive actions or information misuse.[3]
Availability
Initially, Operator is only available to ChatGPT Pro subscribers in the U.S., with plans for broader availability to Plus, Team, and Enterprise users in the future.[7]
References
- ^ Lin, Belle (2025-01-23). "OpenAI's 'Operator' Agent Can Buy Groceries, File Expense Reports". Wall Street Journal. ISSN 0099-9660. Retrieved 2025-03-31.
- ^ Knight, Will (2025-01-23). "OpenAI's Operator Lets ChatGPT Use the Web for You". Wired. ISSN 1059-1028. Retrieved 2025-07-31.
- ^ a b c "Introducing Operator". OpenAI Blog. 2025-02-01. Retrieved 2025-03-08.
- ^ Metz, Cade (2025-01-23). "OpenAI Unveils A.I. Agent That Can Use Websites on Its Own". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2025-03-31.
- ^ Kevin Roose (2025-02-01). "OpenAI's Operator Brings AI to Everyday Web Tasks". The New York Times. Retrieved 2025-03-08.
- ^ "Operator". OpenAI Help Center. Retrieved 2025-07-31.
- ^ a b McFarland, Alex (2025-01-24). "What You Need to Know About OpenAI's Operator". Unite.AI. Retrieved 2025-03-31.
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