FAQ
Perplexity FAQ
These are the direct questions readers usually ask before signing up, switching, or comparing Perplexity against alternatives.
Does Perplexity have a free plan?
Yes. Perplexity offers a free plan with practically unlimited basic searches, limited Pro Searches, and limited Research access.
What is included in Perplexity Pro?
Perplexity Pro adds advanced model choice, more citations per answer, Research, Create files and apps, larger upload limits, image generation, limited video generation, and faster support channels.
Does Perplexity have an API?
Yes. Perplexity sells a separate usage-based API that includes Search API endpoints, Sonar model families, and Agent API tool charges. API usage is billed separately from app subscriptions.
What platforms does Perplexity support?
Perplexity runs on the web and mobile apps, and Comet extends the product to Mac and Windows browser workflows. Developers can also use the API platform.
Is enterprise data used for training?
Perplexity states that Enterprise Pro and Enterprise Max data is not used for model training by Perplexity or its third-party LLM partners.