ChatGPT has taken another big leap: it now offers its own built-in web browser. Instead of relying on separate tools or plugins, users can now browse the internet directly within ChatGPT, making it faster and easier to research, verify facts, pull live data, or interact with websites without leaving the platform.
But as convenient as this is, it comes with important risks.
Because the browser runs inside AI software, anything you click, type, or upload could potentially be used to train future models or be stored by external sites you access. If you’re signed into accounts like banking, payroll, or internal systems, the risk of exposing sensitive information increases. And, just like other browsers, it can still land on malicious pages if you’re not paying attention.
Best Practices Before You Use It
- Avoid logging into accounts with financial, legal, or confidential data
- Do not enter passwords, client info, or internal documents
- Treat the browser like a monitored public computer, not a private workstation
- Assume anything you access could be visible to someone else