What is Perplexity AI?
Perplexity AI is an advanced AI-powered search engine and chatbot that uses large language models like GPT-4 and Claude 3 to provide accurate, context-aware responses to user queries. It combines the conversational style of a chatbot with the vast informational reach of a search engine, delivering precise answers along with cited sources for transparency. Perplexity AI supports multimodal inputs, including text, images, and files, and offers features like guided search, content generation, and real-time web indexing. It is designed to be a more efficient and insightful alternative to traditional search engines, making it ideal for users seeking in-depth information quickly.
Main Features
- Conversational search interface for natural language queries
- Guided AI search with follow-up questions for refined results
- Content generation, including text, images, and summaries
- Real-time web indexing for up-to-date information
- File upload and analysis (PDFs, CSVs, images)
- Source citation for transparency and verification
- Mobile app and Chrome extension for accessibility
- API access for integration into custom applications
Who is it for?
- Students conducting research or seeking homework help
- Professionals needing quick, accurate information for work
- Researchers analyzing complex topics or data
- Content creators generating articles, reports, or visuals
- Businesses automating customer service or data analysis
Use Cases & Applications
- Conducting in-depth research with cited sources
- Generating content like articles, summaries, or reports
- Analyzing data from uploaded files or web sources
- Automating customer service with AI-powered responses
- Exploring topics with guided, conversational search
Pricing
- Free tier: Unlimited quick searches, 5 Pro searches per day, basic AI model
- Pro plan: $20/month, 300 Pro searches per day, access to advanced AI models (GPT-4, Claude 3), file uploads, API access
- Enterprise plan: Custom pricing for businesses with tailored features and support
