Perplexity

AI-powered research and search with citations

Privacy-friendly
Beginner3 min readFull Guide
Setup
1 min
Cost
Free / $20/mo Pro
Privacy
Privacy-friendly
Time Saved
3-8 hrs/week

3 Use Cases

1
Researcher: Get sourced answers on any topic
→ Research in minutes, not hours
2
Professional: Stay updated on industry news
→ Curated briefings daily
3
Student: Find and cite academic sources
→ Better papers, faster

Quick Start (3 Steps)

View complete guide →
  1. 1
    Go to perplexity.ai in your browser — no account needed to start!
  2. 2
    Type your question in the search box in plain English and press Enter
  3. 3
    Read the AI-generated answer with numbered sources below — click any [1], [2], etc. to see the original

For detailed steps and pro tips, visit the complete guide.

Privacy & Compliance

Data retentionMinimal — search history optional
Training on your dataNo — Perplexity does not train on your searches
Enterprise optionYes — Enterprise plan with admin controls
HIPAA / BAA availableNot documented — not recommended for PHI
How to opt outNot needed — no training on user data

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