OpenAI has launched a new feature called “Business Agents in ChatGPT,” allowing verified companies to claim profiles and use AI agents to interact with users. The beta version is available to U.S.-based e-commerce and online-service businesses, offering a direct way for you to engage with customers through AI.
What Are Business Agents in ChatGPT?
Business agents are AI tools that businesses can use to respond to user queries about their products or services. You can now see a verified label when businesses are mentioned in ChatGPT, making it easier to connect with them directly. These agents don’t replace ChatGPT’s main responses but provide additional support.
How Does It Work?
Eligible businesses can claim their profile in ChatGPT and set up AI agents to handle customer inquiries. You’ll see a labeled channel when businesses are mentioned, and you can click through to their profile. The agents focus on answering questions about products or services without accessing private user conversations.
What Businesses Can Join?
Only businesses with a website can claim their profile in ChatGPT. The blue checkmark doesn’t verify all details, but it gives you a clear way to identify official channels. The Business Hub is the main tool for managing your profile, updating information, and tracking engagement.
Shopify Merchants Have an Edge
If you run a Shopify store, you can connect your business directly through the Business Hub. This allows you to preview how your AI agent will function before publishing it. But even if you don’t use Shopify, you can still claim a business profile and join the program.
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Privacy and Transparency
OpenAI has made it clear that businesses won’t see user conversations or agent chats. The focus is on keeping interactions transparent and controlled. You’ll always know when you’re talking to an AI agent, not ChatGPT itself.
What Does This Mean for You?
This feature blurs the line between AI-driven customer service and traditional business outreach. You now have a direct, AI-powered channel to engage with businesses that mention them in ChatGPT. But will this improve your experience, or just add another layer of corporate messaging?
What’s Next for AI and Business Interaction?
Experts are watching how businesses use this tool. Some see it as a step toward more integrated AI platforms, where companies can shape how they’re represented in conversations. Others worry about the potential for misinformation or influence, especially if businesses tailor their agents to push certain messages.
OpenAI’s Vision
OpenAI has positioned this as a tool for transparency and control. The real test will be how businesses use it. Will this lead to smarter customer interactions? Or just another way for companies to push their agenda? For now, the feature is in beta and available only to certain businesses.
