Step-by-Step Guide to Installing ChatGPT as an App on Windows 11 and 10
LAST UPDATED 10/18/2024: You now have the option to install ChatGPT as a native application for Windows 11 and 10. This guide will walk you through the steps to get it set up. ChatGPT, created by OpenAI, is a sophisticated language model that produces text responses that closely resemble human writing, akin to Microsoft’s Copilot, which is based on similar technology.
While ChatGPT can be accessed via a web browser, third-party applications, or mobile devices, you can also install the native Windows application. Nevertheless, this is only available for users who subscribe to ChatGPT Plus, Enterprise, Team, or Education plans. If you lack a paid subscription, you can utilize the ChatGPT Progressive Web App (PWA) via Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.
A Progressive Web App (PWA) allows websites to provide a more app-like experience. This technology supports offline access, push notifications, automatic updates, and simple installation and uninstallation processes, although its features depend on the developer’s implementation.
This guide will outline the procedures I typically follow to install web services such as the ChatGPT app on Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- Official ChatGPT App Installation on Windows 11
- Installing ChatGPT as an App on Windows 11 Using Edge
- Installing ChatGPT as an App on Windows 11 Using Chrome
How to Get the Official ChatGPT App on Windows 11
To install the ChatGPT native application on Windows 11 or 10, you have three methods: through the Microsoft Store, using the Command Prompt with Windows Package Manager, or via the Dev Home application.
Installation via Microsoft Store
To download the ChatGPT app directly from the Microsoft Store, follow these steps:
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Click the “View in Store” button.
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Select the Get (or Install) option in the Microsoft Store.
Installation via Command Prompt
To install the ChatGPT app using command line utilities, follow these steps:
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Launch the Start menu.
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Type in Command Prompt (or PowerShell/Terminal), right-click the top option, and select Run as administrator.
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Input the command below to install the ChatGPT app and hit Enter:
winget install --id 9nt1r1c2hh7j
Installation via Dev Home
For installation through the Dev Home application, follow these steps:
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Open Dev Home.
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Select the Machine configuration option.
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Choose Install applications.
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Enter 9nt1r1c2hh7j in the search bar.
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Press the plus (+) button.
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Click Next.
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Select the “I agree and want to continue” checkbox.
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Hit the Set up button.
After completing these steps, the official ChatGPT app from OpenAI will be available on your system.
As of this update, the ChatGPT app for Windows is only accessible to paid subscribers. Nonetheless, since the app acts as a simple web wrapper for the browser version, you can install it via Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome using the following instructions.
The primary distinction between the standalone app and the web-based version is that the native app allows you to access it quickly using the “Alt + Space” shortcut.
If you wish to uninstall the app, you can do so in the same way you would remove any application: go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps, find the ChatGPT option, and choose “Uninstall” .
Installing ChatGPT as an Application Using Edge on Windows 11
To install ChatGPT on Windows 11 or 10 via Edge, please follow these steps:
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Launch Microsoft Edge.
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Click on the Sign in button.
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In the top-right corner, click the Settings and more (three-dot icon).
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Select the Apps section.
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Then click the “Install this site as an app” option.
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Finally, click the Install button.
Once complete, the web app version of ChatGPT will be accessible from your Start menu just like any standard application.
Removing the ChatGPT App through Microsoft Edge
To uninstall the ChatGPT application from Windows 11 or 10, follow these steps:
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Open Microsoft Edge.
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Click the Settings and more (three-dot icon) in the top-right corner.
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Go to the Apps section.
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Click View apps.
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Click the More settings (three-dot icon) in the top-right corner and select “Manage apps” .
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In the Installed apps area, select the app’s Details button.
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Click on the Uninstall button.
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(Optional) Check the box for “Also clear data from Microsoft Edge” .
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Finally, click Remove.
You can also uninstall the ChatGPT app by navigating to Settings > Apps > Installed apps, selecting the app from the list, and clicking “Uninstall” . Alternatively, you can right-click the app from the Start menu and choose “Uninstall” .
Installing ChatGPT as an Application via Chrome on Windows 11
To get the ChatGPT application using Chrome, follow these steps:
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Start Google Chrome.
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Click the Customize and Control (three-dot icon) in the upper-right corner.
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From the Cast, save, and share menu, select “Install pages as app” .
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(Optional) Give a custom name for the app if you wish.
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Click the Install button.
Once these steps are completed, Google Chrome will install ChatGPT as a web application on your Windows system.
Removing the ChatGPT App from Google Chrome
To uninstall the ChatGPT application from Chrome, use the following steps:
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Launch Google Chrome.
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Input this URL in your address bar:
chrome://apps -
Right-click on the ChatGPT icon and choose “Remove from Chrome” .
Alternatively, you can navigate to Settings > Apps > Apps & features, choose the app, and click on “Uninstall” . You can also right-click the app from the Start menu and select “Uninstall” .
Interestingly, while Microsoft touts Windows 11 as the leading platform for AI development—backed by a significant investment exceeding $10 billion—OpenAI is first releasing its app for macOS, where its user base is larger. However, during the GPT-4o announcement, OpenAI confirmed that a Windows version of the ChatGPT app will launch later this year.
Update as of October 18, 2024: This guide has been revised to ensure accuracy and reflect the most up-to-date processes.
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