| Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine that delivers accurate, sourced responses to user queries in real time by combining large language models with live web search. It provides concise summaries, detailed explanations, and direct citations from authoritative sources across the internet. Key features include follow-up questions for deeper exploration, support for file uploads (PDFs, images, text), image generation, code execution, and the ability to switch between AI models like GPT-4o, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, and Perplexity’s own Sonar models. Users can organise research in Collections, share answers, and access Pro Search for extended reasoning on complex topics. Available on web, iOS, and Android with voice input support. Target users include students, researchers, journalists, professionals, and anyone needing fast, reliable, fact-checked information without sifting through search results. |
