Perplexity's Personal Computer for Windows turns PCs into AI agents
Windows users can now automate tasks across local files, Office 365, and the web.
Perplexity has expanded its Personal Computer agentic tool to Windows, following its Mac debut in April and Microsoft 365/Teams integrations in May. The tool acts as a 'general-purpose digital worker' that can access local files, apps, and Office 365 to perform tasks on behalf of users—such as drafting documents, updating spreadsheets, or pulling data from the web. It operates directly inside the Windows environment, bridging the gap where enterprise work often happens locally 'out of AI's reach.' The tool is available immediately for paying Max and Enterprise Max subscribers, with plans starting at $200 per month.
Perplexity emphasizes privacy and control: the agent does not train on company data, and it always prompts users before performing sensitive actions like sending emails or deleting files. This launch positions Perplexity as a key player in enterprise AI automation, competing with other agentic frameworks. By running locally on Windows—the world's most popular OS—Personal Computer aims to handle the messy, multi-app workflows common in enterprise settings, all from a single conversational interface.
- Available for Windows after Mac launch in April and Office 365/Teams integrations in May
- Works across local files, Microsoft Office 365, and the web as a 'general-purpose digital worker'
- Costs $200/month for Max and Enterprise Max tiers; does not train on company data
Why It Matters
Brings AI agent capabilities to the dominant OS, enabling enterprise automation across local and cloud environments.