A developer found a preview of the suspected "Apps directory" interface on the ChatGPT web page, which attracted attention from the outside world. According to the relevant interface, ChatGPT will provide a centralized entry point for browsing and searching for third-party applications in the future, which is basically in line with OpenAI's plan proposed in the 2025 DevDay and subsequent official blogs, that is, developers will be allowed to submit applications and display them to users in a special directory after review. These portals are still in internal or small-scale testing and are not yet available to all users.
From the perspective of the published product route, the Apps SDK supporting this catalog is still in preview. OpenAI said it will first fully roll out "app" capabilities to versions such as ChatGPT Business, Enterprise, and Edu within 2025, and gradually open up the developer submission process. Apps that meet the basic specifications are expected to be listed in the catalog, and apps with better design and functionality may receive additional recommendations. However, the specific review standards, distribution rules, developer revenue and settlement methods have not yet been fully explained.
The currently exposed app directory interface is considered a "under development" version, and the name, layout, and functions may be adjusted when actually online. Ordinary users cannot install or manage applications directly through this portal for the time being, and it is not appropriate to treat the leaked preview interface as the final product form. As for when the app submission process will be fully open and the app "store" entrance for all ChatGPT users, the official only gives a time window "later this year", and there is no more precise timeline.
FAQs
Q: Is ChatGPT's "App Catalog" now officially launched?
A: It is not yet available to all users, and only some of the test or preview interfaces have appeared, and the feature is still under development.
Q: What is the difference between this app directory and the previous plugins and GPTs?
A: The App Catalog is built around the Apps SDK and MCP standards, more like a collection of applets running inside ChatGPT than a simple list of conversational presets or external plugins.
Q: Can developers submit apps to ChatGPT now?
A: The official only said that the submission process will be open in 2025, and it is still mainly a preview and a small number of partner access.
Q: Which users are expected to use these apps first?
A: According to public information, priority will be given to institutions or paid users such as ChatGPT Business, Enterprise, and Education Edition, and then the coverage will be gradually expanded.
Q: What do ordinary users need to do now?
A: Currently, there is no need for additional operations, you can pay attention to ChatGPT's product updates; After the application catalog is officially launched, you can browse and use it by finding the "Application" portal on the web page or client.
