Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine, designed to provide real-time, accurate and trusted responses to a variety of questions.

Its purpose is to serve as a central hub of knowledge and information, available without cost to its users.

The AI technology underpinning Perplexity is sophisticated enough to handle a diverse range of queries, covering a broad spectrum of topics, from city infrastructure and current trends, to events and cultural information.

Additionally, it offers a Pro version that comes with added functionalities such as image upload and enhanced AI capabilities.

Its language support extends to English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Spanish and Hindi, making it accessible to a wide international user base.

The platform also pays attention to user privacy, with options to accept necessary cookies for enhanced user experience.

Users can sign in and create an account to unlock Pro Search and Thread History features, with several sign-in methods available, including Google, Apple, and Single Sign-on (SAML SSO).