ChatGPT Desktop is OpenAI's native desktop app. Beyond chat, it runs agents that connect to your apps and files, with scheduled tasks and unattended runs for business workflows.
What ChatGPT Desktop is
ChatGPT Desktop is OpenAI’s official desktop application for ChatGPT. It provides the same conversational AI as the web version with deeper OS integration and optional voice mode.
Key features
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Native desktop app - macOS and Windows clients.
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Voice conversations - talk to ChatGPT hands-free.
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Screenshot and file upload support - share images and documents.
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Global shortcut - quick access from anywhere.
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Same account as web - conversations sync.
Install
Download from OpenAI’s website or the Mac/Windows app stores.
Use case
ChatGPT Desktop is for users who want the ChatGPT experience outside the browser. It is not a coding-specific agent, though it can help with code explanations and small scripts.
License and pricing
Closed-source, freemium with Plus/Pro subscription tiers.
Honest caveat
This is a general-purpose chat app, not an autonomous agent or coding harness. For agentic workflows, use Codex, Claude Code, or a dedicated automation tool.