Operator by OpenAI
Basic Information
Operator is OpenAI’s first semi-autonomous AI agent, designed to perform tasks in a web browser by mimicking human interactions (typing, clicking, scrolling). It leverages GPT-4o’s vision capabilities and reinforcement learning to navigate websites without relying on APIs, enabling actions like booking reservations, purchasing tickets, and managing orders. The agent operates in a dedicated cloud-based browser, allowing users to monitor and intervene in real time. Currently in research preview, it targets repetitive workflows while prioritizing safety and user control
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Features
Dedicated Browser: Runs on OpenAI’s servers, enabling cross-device access without local installation ., Task Categories: Focuses on shopping, travel, dining, and delivery via partnerships with DoorDash, Instacart, StubHub, etc., Safety Protocols: Requires user confirmation for purchases or sensitive actions (e.g., credit card input)., Safety Protocols: Blocks access to restricted sites (e.g., Reddit, YouTube) and illegal activities., Workflow Saving: Users can save and replay automated tasks (e.g., weekly grocery orders)., Benchmarks: 87% success rate on WebVoyager vs Google Mariner’s 83.5%
Use Cases
Travel Planning: Books flights, hotels, and concert tickets via OpenTable/StubHub., Grocery Automation: Compiles shopping lists on Instacart and schedules deliveries, Enterprise Workflows: Streamlines invoice processing and customer support for partners like Priceline., Personal Assistants: Manages repetitive tasks (e.g., weekly date-night restaurant bookings)., Research Assistance: Summarizes articles or books (limited to basic tasks like extracting chapter summaries)
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Paid
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