How to Set ChatGPT as Your Default Safari Search Engine in iOS 18.1

Abishek D Praphullalumar March 19, 2025 5 0

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With iOS 18.1, Apple now allows users to set ChatGPT as their default search engine in Safari, enhancing AI-powered browsing. While there’s no direct toggle for this yet, you can enable it through Safari’s settings by following a few simple steps.

Steps to Enable ChatGPT as Your Default Safari Search Engine:

Download the ChatGPT app from the App Store.
Open Settings and go to Safari.
Tap on Extensions and enable ChatGPT Search.
Turn on the switch for Allow in Private Browsing (optional).
Under Permissions > google.com, tap Allow.

Now, when you type a query in Safari’s search bar, ChatGPT will handle your searches instead of traditional engines. This marks a major step in Apple’s AI-driven approach, offering users more control over their browsing experience. With Apple Intelligence set to expand, we may see deeper AI integrations in future updates.