# ChatGPT dots

Persistent agent in ChatGPT for ongoing tasks. It works on its own cloud computer and is available through the ChatGPT app or browser.

Canonical profile: https://agenten-kompass.mmeierhoff.chatgpt.site/en/agents/openai-dots/
Editor: [Michael Meierhoff](https://agenten-kompass.mmeierhoff.chatgpt.site/en/about/)
Sources reviewed: 2026-10-09
Basis: provider documentation. Examples are editorial suggestions, not hands-on product tests.

## Overview

Your dot belongs to ChatGPT and works on its own computer in the cloud. You can access it in the ChatGPT desktop app or browser; its cloud work can continue when your computer is turned off. It can assign software tasks to Codex. The app, dot, and Codex therefore serve different roles.

- Provider: OpenAI
- Product family: ChatGPT and Codex
- Profile type: Persistent agent in ChatGPT
- Environment: Cloud agent in ChatGPT; desktop, web, and supported channels
- Connections: Connected apps and computer
- Setup: Check availability in the account; define the task and permissions
- Pricing model: Pro from USD 100/month; Business Premium from USD 100 per seat/month billed annually

## Operation & oversight

Operational details for this profile have not yet been researched.

## Provider

OpenAI develops GPT models, ChatGPT and Codex. The operating company is a public benefit corporation controlled by the nonprofit OpenAI Foundation.

- Operator: OpenAI Group PBC
- Organization: Company controlled by the OpenAI Foundation
- Website: https://openai.com/
- Reviewed: 2026-10-09

- Provider source: https://openai.com/our-structure/

## Prices and included usage

Pricing checked: 2026-10-09

dots is included with eligible Pro, Business Premium and Enterprise access.

### Pro 100 / 200 / 500

USD 100 / 200 / 500 per month

For adults outside the EEA, UK and Switzerland. Delegated Work/Codex tasks draw from their allowance.

Price source: https://help.openai.com/en/articles/9793128-about-chatgpt-pro-tiers

### Business Premium

USD 125 per seat/month; USD 100 billed annually

Worldwide rollout; at least two Business seats in total. Premium provides five times Standard usage without a five-hour limit.

Price source: https://help.openai.com/en/articles/8792828-chatgpt-business-overview

Pricing details: https://chatgpt.com/pricing/

## Key features

### Continue work between conversations

A dot continues working on delegated tasks, can pause, and resume later. A fixed schedule is not required for every follow-up.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/tasks-and-memory

### Dedicated cloud computer

A dot has its own cloud computer and browser. Cloud tasks can continue while the personal computer is switched off.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots

### Delegate tasks

dots can use parallel background agents and start their own Work or Codex tasks. Local tasks require a connected computer.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/tasks-and-memory

### Memory and ongoing context

The agent uses relevant ChatGPT context and its own notes on preferences, decisions, and ongoing work. This is not a complete conversation archive.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/tasks-and-memory

### Schedules and supported events

Recurring work receives a saved schedule. Supported services can also be monitored specifically for certain events.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/tasks-and-memory

### Apps, plugins and local skills

Connected plugins provide access to approved services. Local Skills and computer files require a connected, available computer.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots

### Messages and calls

You can talk to the same dot in ChatGPT and in supported Slack and Teams channels. Calls are also documented.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots

### Control activity and approvals

Activity, individual tasks, and schedules can be controlled. Pausing the main task does not automatically stop all delegated or scheduled tasks.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/controls

## Requirements and limits

### Plan and region determine access

Requirement: According to the provider, Pro access is limited to adults outside the EEA, United Kingdom, and Switzerland. Business Premium and Enterprise are rolling out worldwide; Enterprise requires admin approval.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots#access

### Local work requires your computer to be running

Requirement: A personal computer can be connected. It must be online and the ChatGPT app must be running; cloud work can continue independently.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/computers-and-apps

### Cloud browser does not inherit local logins

Limitation: Website logins are handled separately. Some websites block cloud browsers or require additional confirmation.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/computers-and-apps

### Mobile browsers are not supported

Limitation: Set up the dot in the desktop app or a desktop browser. The mobile app requires the corresponding update.

Source: https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots#access

## Example workflows

### Track changes to a plan

- Your input: An approved plan, relevant sources, and notification rules.
- Possible result: A continuously maintained list of decisions and open questions.
- What to check: Limit access and recipients; make important decisions yourself.

### Process feedback for a software project

- Your input: A connected feedback source and a prepared Codex project environment.
- Possible result: A delegated investigation task with a proposed change for review.
- What to check: Review the diff and tests; approve publishing separately.

## Context

Pro access is available to adults outside the EEA, UK and Switzerland. Local actions require a connected, running computer; setup takes place on desktop.

Reviewed against current dots documentation on 9 October 2026. Gradual rollout; access depends on plan, region and workspace approval. Cloud work and tasks on a connected computer have separate requirements.

## Sources

- https://help.openai.com/en/articles/6825453-chatgpt-release-notes

- https://help.openai.com/en/articles/20001554-manage-dots-in-chatgpt-workspaces

- https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/tasks-and-memory

- https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots

- https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/controls

- https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots#access

- https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/dots/computers-and-apps

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