OpenAI’s GPT Store has recently been launched, making it possible for select users and official partners to share their customized chatbots with the community. The platform is accessible to subscribers of ChatGPT Plus, Enterprise, or the newly formed Teams plan. With a subscription, users gain access to a wide range of GPTs across various categories such as writing, programming, art generation, and lifestyle advice. Notably, one chatbot in the store can even help users refine tattoo designs.
Originally announced in November 2021, the GPT Store was showcased alongside OpenAI’s create-a-chatbot service. It has since undergone multiple delays, potentially related to the CEO’s changes. While the average person cannot try out chatbots, they can visit the GPT Store page to get a glimpse of what is available. OpenAI highlights four GPTs each week, and at present, AllTrails, Consensus, Code Tutor, and Books are recommended.
AllTrails suggests nature trails for users to explore, while Consensus (formerly known as ResearchGPT) has access to millions of academic papers to answer challenging science questions. Code Tutor, developed by Khan Academy, assists with improving computer code, and Books, although vaguely described, is believed to provide book recommendations.
The GPT Store also includes lists of popular chatbots within the community and those created by OpenAI’s internal team. OpenAI plans to introduce a revenue program in Q1 2024 that will enable creators to monetize their chatbots based on user engagement.
Creating a GPT on the platform requires a subscription and no coding skills. However, users must adhere to usage policies and brand guidelines, ensuring they avoid compromising privacy, impairing the well-being of others, or spreading misinformation. OpenAI encourages users to report any violations they encounter.
To share a chatbot with others, users need to save their GPT and select the Everyone option. Verification of the Builder Profile is necessary before the chatbot appears on the storefront.
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In summary, OpenAI’s GPT Store provides subscribers the opportunity to access and create customized chatbots across different categories. The platform aims to foster a community of chatbot creators while maintaining strict policies to ensure responsible and valuable usage.
