OpenAI has launched a beta version of its new Tasks feature for ChatGPT, enabling users to schedule one-time or recurring actions for the chatbot to perform at specified future times. The addition brings ChatGPT closer to established digital assistants such as Siri and Google Assistant by addressing a previous limitation in scheduling capabilities.
The feature became available on Tuesday to subscribers of ChatGPT Plus, Team, and Pro plans. Users activate it by selecting the “4o with scheduled tasks” option in ChatGPT’s model picker and entering their request directly. According to reports from The Verge, ChatGPT generates task suggestions drawn from ongoing conversations, though users must confirm each one before scheduling.
Once established, tasks appear as reminders that users can oversee within the chat interface or through a dedicated Tasks page accessible via the profile menu on the web version. This page displays a complete list of active reminders, allowing quick edits or cancellations with minimal interaction. The system supports a maximum of 10 active tasks simultaneously.
OpenAI product manager Karina Nguyen outlined several practical applications in a post on X. These include daily morning checks on stock prices, introduction of a new foreign-language word each day, and end-of-day summaries of AI-related news developments.
For non-subscribers, OpenAI confirmed that the Tasks feature will roll out to all ChatGPT account holders in the future. The beta release aligns with OpenAI’s ongoing efforts to expand ChatGPT’s utility beyond real-time interactions.
The announcement follows the feature’s internal testing phase and marks a targeted enhancement to user productivity tools within the platform. As of January 14, 2025, adoption remains limited to paid tiers, with broader access pending further development.
