Ask with voice or text
Type or dictate, and get up-to-date answers with sources.
Perplexity for Windows at a glance
Options
3 ways to use Perplexity on Windows
| Windows app | Comet browser | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Quick questions with a shortcut and voice | AI help across your browser tabs | No install, shared or work PCs |
| Get it | Microsoft Store | perplexity.ai/comet | perplexity.ai |
| Quick access | Keyboard shortcut, taskbar, Start | Built into the browser | Bookmark or pinned tab |
| Updates | Automatic via the Store | Automatic | Always current |
Install
How to install Perplexity on Windows
Open the Microsoft Store
Click Start, type Microsoft Store and open it, or use the button on this page to go straight to the official listing.
- Signed out of the Store? You can usually still install free apps.
Find the official app
Open Perplexity and check the publisher is Perplexity (also shown as Perplexity AI). The Store ID is 9P9XG917PWCJ.
- Avoid .exe installers from download sites.
Click Get or Install
The app is free. Windows downloads and installs it automatically.
- Use a stable connection; the Store resumes if interrupted.
Open and sign in
Open Perplexity from Start, then sign in with Google, Apple or email to sync your Library and Spaces.
- Pro subscribers: sign in with the account you subscribed with.
Set up your shortcut
Open the app’s settings to check or change the keyboard shortcut that brings up Perplexity from anywhere.
- Pick a key combination other apps don’t already use.
For power users
Install with winget
Prefer the command line? Windows Package Manager can install the same official Store app. Open Terminal or PowerShell and run:
# Install the official Perplexity app from the Microsoft Store source winget install --id 9P9XG917PWCJ --source msstore # Update it later winget upgrade --id 9P9XG917PWCJ --source msstore
Quick access
Make Perplexity quick to reach
- Open PerplexityLaunch the app from Start.
- Open settingsClick your profile or the settings icon in the app.
- Find shortcutsLook for the keyboard shortcut option and note the current key combination.
- Change if neededPick a combination that doesn’t clash with other apps, then try it from any window.
- Open StartClick Start and type Perplexity.
- Right-click the appChoose Pin to taskbar.
- Open with a keyPress Windows + the number of its taskbar position (e.g. Win + 3) to open it.
- Open SettingsGo to Settings › Apps › Startup.
- Find PerplexityTurn it On to start with Windows, or Off to keep start-up fast.
- App optionThe app may also offer a “launch at login” setting in its own preferences.
- Allow the microphoneGo to Settings › Privacy & security › Microphone and make sure access is on for Perplexity.
- Pick your micIn Settings › System › Sound, choose the right input device.
- Speak your questionClick the microphone in Perplexity and talk naturally.
Menu names are for Windows 11 and may differ slightly on Windows 10.
Features
Features to try on Windows
Deep Research
Get a long, sourced report on complex topics. See Deep Research.
Thread follow-ups
Keep the conversation going to dig deeper without repeating yourself.
Cited sources
Every answer links its sources so you can check them. See how to check sources.
Your Library
An archive of your past threads, synced with your phone and the web.
Files and PDFs
Upload documents and ask questions about them. See analyze PDFs.
Privacy
Permissions and privacy on Windows
| Setting | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone | Settings › Privacy & security › Microphone | Voice dictation |
| Notifications | Settings › System › Notifications | Turn alerts on or off |
| Start-up | Settings › Apps › Startup | Control whether it opens at login |
| Data and history | Perplexity app › Settings | History, data use and AI training options |
On a work PC, check your company’s rules on AI tools before signing in or uploading files.
Windows setup checklist
Troubleshooting
Perplexity Windows problems and fixes
| Problem | Likely cause | Try this |
|---|---|---|
| Store download stuck | Store cache or network | Restart the Store, run wsreset from Start, then try again. |
| “Not available on your device” | Windows version, region or work policy | Install Windows updates, check your region, or use perplexity.ai in your browser. |
| Shortcut does nothing | App not running or key conflict | Make sure Perplexity is running, then change the shortcut in its settings. |
| Voice dictation fails | Microphone blocked | Turn on microphone access for desktop apps and Perplexity in Privacy & security. |
| App won’t open or crashes | Outdated or corrupted install | Update in the Store, or go to Settings › Apps › Installed apps › Perplexity › Advanced options › Repair or Reset. |
| Pro features missing | Different account | Sign out and back in with the account you subscribed with. |
More help: app installation · Perplexity not working.
FAQ
Perplexity on Windows questions
Is there a Perplexity app for Windows?
Yes. The official Perplexity app for Windows is free in the Microsoft Store (Store ID 9P9XG917PWCJ, listed by Perplexity). It launched in March 2025.
How do I download Perplexity on my PC or laptop?
Open the Microsoft Store, search for Perplexity, check the Store ID is 9P9XG917PWCJ, and click Get. Or use winget: winget install --id 9P9XG917PWCJ --source msstore.
What is the Perplexity keyboard shortcut on Windows?
The Windows app includes a keyboard shortcut that opens Perplexity from anywhere. Check or change it in the app’s settings, since the default can vary by version.
Does the Windows app support voice?
Yes. You can ask by voice or text. Allow microphone access in Windows Settings › Privacy & security › Microphone if dictation doesn’t work.
Is Personal Computer available on Windows?
Personal Computer is currently built into the Perplexity app for Mac. On Windows, use the desktop app and Comet, Perplexity’s AI browser, which is available for Windows.
Is the Windows app free?
Yes, it’s free to install and use on the Free plan. Pro and Max are optional upgrades.
Should I use the app, Comet or the website on Windows?
Use the app for quick questions with a shortcut and voice, Comet for AI help while browsing, and the website if you’d rather not install anything.
How do I uninstall Perplexity on Windows?
Go to Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Perplexity, click the three dots and choose Uninstall.
Other platforms
Get the app
Get Perplexity from the Microsoft Store
Free, official and kept up to date automatically. Check the Store ID is 9P9XG917PWCJ.