Disguise that makes ChatGPT look like a Google Doc
A free Chrome extension transforms ChatGPT's UI to look like a Google Doc, easing public use anxiety.
A developer, yuljg, has launched a clever solution for users who feel self-conscious about using AI chatbots in public. The tool, called GPTDisguise, is a free Chrome extension that completely transforms the visual interface of the OpenAI ChatGPT website. Instead of the familiar chat window, the extension overlays a design that mimics a standard Google Docs document. This allows users to type queries and receive AI-generated responses in an environment that looks indistinguishable from routine word processing, effectively masking their AI interaction from casual observers.
The extension, available on the Chrome Web Store, addresses a specific niche of social anxiety related to technology use. For professionals or students in libraries, coffee shops, or open-plan offices, visibly using ChatGPT can sometimes feel conspicuous or invite unwanted questions. GPTDisguise provides a layer of privacy by making the activity look like ordinary writing or research. While the underlying functionality of ChatGPT remains unchanged, the visual camouflage lets users leverage the AI's powerful text generation, summarization, and coding help without the 'stigma' or attention that sometimes accompanies cutting-edge tool use in public spaces.
- Developer yuljg created GPTDisguise, a free Chrome extension on the Web Store.
- It overlays ChatGPT's website with a UI that mimics a Google Docs document.
- The tool is designed to reduce social anxiety for users accessing AI in public or shared spaces.
Why It Matters
It normalizes AI use in professional settings by disguising it as mundane work, reducing barriers to adoption.