What is Perplexity Tasks?
Perplexity Tasks is a new feature that automates your research. Set a prompt and a schedule (daily, weekly, monthly), and Perplexity's AI will run the search and deliver to you.
Problem
Users need to manually conduct research each time they require updated information, leading to time-consuming and inconsistent results.
Solution
A productivity tool that automates users' research processes using AI. Users can set prompts (e.g., "Find the latest market trends for renewable energy") and schedules (daily/weekly/monthly), and the AI delivers structured reports automatically.
Customers
Market researchers, content creators, and professionals requiring regular data updates (e.g., analysts, writers, entrepreneurs). Demographics: Primarily aged 25-45, tech-savvy, working in fast-paced industries.
Unique Features
Combines AI-powered research automation with customizable scheduling, enabling hands-free, real-time data aggregation and delivery tailored to specific user queries.
User Comments
Saves hours of manual research
Accurate and timely updates
Easy to customize queries
Seamless integration into workflows
Reduces human error in data tracking
Traction
Launched April 2024. 50,000+ active users within 3 months, featured as #1 Product of the Day on ProductHunt. Parent company Perplexity AI has $100M+ funding and 10M+ monthly active users across its ecosystem.
Market Size
The global AI workflow automation market is projected to reach $15.7 billion by 2028 (Source: MarketsandMarkets, 2023).