ChatGPT Atlas Is Here: The AI That Lets You Talk to the Web

OpenAI's web browser ChatGPT Atlas is finally here. According to Reuters reports, work on Atlas began in July 2025 and was launched on October 21, 2025. OpenAI's Atlas combines search, ChatGPT and AI automation into one. Having said that, the competition for browsers in Silicon Valley is currently intense. Chrome has over 3 billion users. Perplexity's Comet is now free. Opera launched its AI-powered browser Neon in September, and Atlas has just entered the scene. So, how will Atlas sustain this AI browser race? What makes ChatGPT Atlas special? Where is Atlas available right now? For all that, learn more. 

What Makes ChatGPT Atlas Special?

ChatGPT Is Built Inside the Browser

• Now, anyone can directly talk to the search results.
• Less typing, random scrolling and clicking through links on Google.
• One can use ChatGPT right there in Atlas.
• This functionality is similar to that of Perplexity or Google’s new “AI Mode.”

“Sidecar” Chat Feature

• One can find a ChatGPT panel on the side of the screen.
• The tool automatically understands what you're looking at on the webpage, eliminating the need to copy and paste text or links.
• For instance, when reading an article, you can ask ChatGPT on the left to “Summarise this” or “Explain this paragraph.”
• This feature makes it very easy for professionals to multitask.

Browser History + Personalisation

• ChatGPT Atlas tracks the sites you visit, closely monitors your activity and uses this information.
• The browser does this to personalise answers the next time (meaning, it learns your browsing habits to help you better).

“Agent Mode” – Your AI Assistant for Small Web Tasks

• This “Agent Mode” on Atlas can do things for you, for instance, you can ask it to book flights, movie tickets or compare any products.

Note: This feature is only for "Paid users.

“Where, Why and When It’s Launching

• Atlas was first released on macOS (Apple computers).
• Coming soon: Windows, iOS, and Android.
• Who can access it: It's a free tool, and everyone can access it.
• OpenAI's Goal: The company wants to replace Google in the long run. 

AI Browser Competition

• At the moment, Google Chrome is the most famous one of all. It has over 3 billion users.
• Opera launched its AI-powered browser, Neon, on September 30, 2025.
• Considering the competition, Perplexity's Comet AI browser was made free for all users on October 2, 2025.
• It's still early to say where Atlas stands in the AI browser race.