August 11, 2026 · TechCrunch
OpenAI launches a native ChatGPT desktop app for Linux
OpenAI released a dedicated ChatGPT desktop application for Linux, following earlier desktop releases for macOS and Windows.
Why it matters: Linux support fills a long-standing gap for developers and technical users who make up a disproportionate share of AI power users, bringing ChatGPT's desktop feature set to parity across all three major operating systems.