OpenAI has launched the ChatGPT App Store, a new ecosystem that allows developers and creators to build, publish, distribute, and monetise apps right within the ChatGPT interface.
The directory allows for app sharing across multiple platforms and experiences through deep-linking and search functionality.
Why It Matters
This is a significant shift in the way AI products are packaged and supplied.
Instead of depending solely on external websites or independent products, you can now create tools in ChatGPT, where millions of users already interact with AI on a daily basis.
For creators and entrepreneurs, this implies new ways to monetise through paid apps, subscriptions, or feature upgrades on a platform with tremendous reach.
Building AI-powered products reduces the barrier to experimentation by making them easily discoverable by consumers in a context already focused on productivity and creative help.
Deep links allow you to harness external audiences and tools.
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Action to Take
Browse the ChatGPT App Store for popular categories (productivity, writing, and lifestyle).
Metric: The number of suitable app ideas shortlisted.
Create an app (GPT) concept that addresses a specific pain point in your area (such as automatic content briefings).
Metric: One-page concept drafted.
Prototype your project using developer documentation or starting kits (even a rudimentary MVP).
Metric: MVP version is live in the development environment.
Publish the app (GPT) in the store and enable basic monetization (free/ premium tiers).
Metrics: app listing and pricing established.
Monitor installs and interaction within the first 72 hours and adjust accordingly.
Metric: installs/engagement numbers.
