OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, has unveiled ChatGPT Atlas, a new artificial intelligence-powered web browser that integrates the popular chatbot directly into the browsing experience. The company announced the launch on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
The introduction of Atlas marks OpenAIs entry into the competitive browser market, positioning the product as a direct rival to Google Chrome, which currently dominates global browser usage. According to OpenAI, Atlas is designed without a traditional address bar, instead placing ChatGPT at the centre of the browsing experience to serve as a super-assistant capable of understanding users goals and helping them accomplish tasks seamlessly.
Users can interact with ChatGPT while browsing, allowing for context-aware assistance without switching tabs or copying information between windows. The browser also introduces a paid Agent Mode for ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Business subscribers, enabling the AI to perform searches, analyze information, and automate actions based on user activity. OpenAI emphasized that users will retain control of their data, as browser memories and stored contexts can be reviewed and deleted at any time.
