How to Use Perplexity AI

What is Perplexity AI?

Perplexity is an AI-powered search engine that provides accurate, up-to-date answers with cited sources. It combines the power of large language models with real-time web search to give you comprehensive, reliable information on any topic.

Key Features:

Real-time web search - Always current information
Cited sources - Every answer includes references
Follow-up questions - Natural conversation flow
Free tier - Generous daily usage at no cost
Mobile apps - Available on iOS and Android
Multiple search modes - Academic, writing, coding, and more

Getting Started

Visit Perplexity

Go to perplexity.ai on any device. No download required to start!

Start Asking

You can use Perplexity immediately without signing up. Just type your question in the search box and press Enter.

Sign Up (Optional)

Create a free account to save your conversations, get more daily searches, and access additional features.

Explore Features

Try follow-up questions, check sources by clicking on citations, and experiment with different query types.

Download the App

Get the mobile app for iOS or Android for on-the-go research and quick fact-checking.

Platform Access

🌐 Web Version 📱 iOS App 📱 Android App

💡 Pro Tips for BURT Clients

Career Research: "What skills are needed for data science in 2025?"
Market Analysis: "What are the current job market trends in my industry?"
Opportunity Exploration: "What are emerging career fields with growth potential?"
Skill Development: "What certifications are most valuable for software engineers?"
Company Research: "What is the company culture like at [company name]?"
Follow-up Questions: Always ask follow-up questions to dive deeper

Best Practices

Crafting Effective Questions

Be specific about what you want to know
Include relevant context (timeframe, location, industry)
Ask for examples when helpful
Request sources for important decisions

Verifying Information

Always check the cited sources
Look for recent publication dates
Cross-reference important information
Be aware of potential biases in sources

Advanced Features

Search Modes

General: Best for most questions
Academic: Scholarly sources and research
Writing: Help with content creation
Wolfram: Math and computational queries
YouTube: Video content search

Collections

Save related searches in collections for easy reference. Perfect for:

Career transition research
Industry analysis projects
Skill development planning
Company research

Privacy & Security

Perplexity doesn't store personal data from searches
You can delete conversation history anytime
Consider privacy settings for sensitive topics
Use incognito mode for highly personal searches