First launched in January 2025, OpenAI’s Operator agent is rapidly evolving into one of the most powerful tools within ChatGPT’s ecosystem. Built to automate real-world web tasks, Operator uses a built-in browser to interact with live websites on your behalf.
From Research Preview to Pro Tier
Initially rolled out as a research preview for select users, the Operator agent is now available to ChatGPT Pro users and is integrated into the o3 model tier. It can carry out multi-step actions like logging in, searching, filtering, and completing forms online.
What Can It Do?
The Operator agent handles:
- Travel bookings and reservations
- Product comparisons and purchases
- Data entry and form automation
- Navigating internal portals and dashboards
03 Upgrade for Precision
The new o3 model upgrade brings enhanced reasoning, reliability, and browser control. Tests on benchmarks like WebArena show that Operator now outperforms older versions in task accuracy and completion speed.
What This Means for Users
For users, this means an AI assistant that doesn’t just suggest—it acts. It saves time, reduces friction in workflows, and brings true productivity AI to life.
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