AI web browsing turns a normal browser into an assistant that reads pages, clicks buttons, and fills forms for you. Instead of manually repeating the same steps, you describe the task once, and an AI agent handles the rest. See how it works, and why proxies, as always, are needed here.
Spoiler: without them, your work will be over in several minutes of a heavy-load session. Checked.
How to browse with AI and why to do it
Manual browsing is slow: you open tabs, read, copy data, switch back, and repeat. Browsing with AI agents removes most of that repetition by letting an agent act on your behalf while you focus on the outcome, not the clicks.
🔍 AI search agents are also very helpful, as you can find any information you need with much higher precision. As you’ll see, to reliably find local data, you need a proxy with the same local IP address.
What are AI browsers
An AI browser is a regular web browser with a large language model (LLM) built directly into it. It can also be a regular browser with an embedded AI agent (like Browser Use, Gemini, or a ChatGPT plug-in).
ℹ️ You browse with AI by typing a goal in plain language like “find three-bedroom apartments under $1,500 in Vienna,” and the built-in agent reads the page, decides what to click, and reports back.
This is different from a chatbot in a separate tab: the AI browser tool actually sees and controls the page you’re on.
How to use tools for AI web browsing
The basic scheme behind every AI browser or browser tool is the same, whether it’s Comet, Atlas, or an open-source agent:
- You type a prompt describing the goal (research, form filling, comparison shopping, booking).
- The AI agent reads the current page’s content, structure, and open tabs.
- It plans a sequence of actions: clicking links, scrolling, filling fields, or copying data.
- It executes those actions in a real browser, just as a human would.
- It writes summaries, drafts, or filled-out forms back to you, or moves to the next step automatically.
This loop repeats until the task is done. Because the agent behaves like an active user, clicking, submitting forms, and visiting many pages quickly, it needs a reliable and secure connection to route that traffic. That’s where proxies come in.
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Why proxies are needed to browse with AI
An AI agent that browses hundreds of pages, logs into accounts, or automates repetitive actions looks very different from a person casually reading articles. Websites notice the pattern, and without the right network setup, an AI browser tool can get flagged, rate-limited, or blocked.
📚 Explore why AI browser agents need a proxy for better control, predictability, and optimization, too.
Mobile proxies for mobile workflows and sensitive data
Mobile proxies route traffic through real carrier networks (LTE/5G), which makes them the closest match to how a real phone user connects. They’re the safest choice when an AI agent handles authentication flows, advertising, multi-account logins, or social media accounts, since these platforms are especially sensitive to unusual IP behavior associated with an account.
Residential proxies for most long-term tasks
Residential proxies use real IP addresses assigned by internet providers to actual households. They fit longer AI browsing sessions, such as SEO research, e-commerce, or QA testing where you need a stable, trustworthy identity that doesn’t change mid-task and doesn’t look like a data center connection.
Rotating proxies for bulk, automated workflows
Rotating residential proxies automatically switch IP addresses across a large pool. They’re built for AI agents running many requests in a short time, such as large-scale scraping or web automation, where a single IP would quickly hit rate limits or get temporarily blocked.
Examples of AI browsers
Several companies now ship browsers with a built-in AI agent, and each takes a slightly different approach to automation.
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Comet by Perplexity
Comet from Perplexity is a Chromium-based browser with AI assistant built into a sidebar, able to read open tabs, answer questions about them, and take actions like drafting emails or comparing pages. It’s currently free with a Perplexity account and strong at tab-aware research tasks.
- Reads and summarizes multiple open tabs at once
- Can draft emails and fill forms automatically
- Built on Chromium, so extensions still work
- Free to use with a Perplexity account
- Security researchers have flagged prompt-injection risks (see FAQ below)
Gemini in Chrome (Google AI browser)
Google added Gemini directly into Chrome’s side panel, so you don’t need a separate app to browse with Google AI browser. It reads your open tabs, connects with Gmail and Drive, and its “auto browse” feature can click, fill forms, and complete multi-step tasks.
- Works inside the existing Chrome browser; no separate install
- Summarizes articles and long threads across up to 10 tabs
- “Auto browse” fills forms and books things automatically
- Connects with Gmail, Calendar, and Drive
- Being rolled out gradually across desktop and mobile
ChatGPT and browser-based agentic work
OpenAI first launched Atlas, a dedicated ChatGPT AI browser, then folded its browsing agent capabilities directly into the ChatGPT app and Codex instead of a standalone browser. The idea stays the same: ChatGPT reads the page you’re on and completes tasks without you copying and pasting.
- Agentic browsing now lives inside the ChatGPT desktop app
- Understands page context without manual copy-paste
- Can complete multi-step tasks across sites
- Imports bookmarks, passwords, and history from your old browser
- Rapidly evolving, so features shift between releases
Dia by The Browser Company
Dia is an AI-native browser built around tab-based chat, letting you ask questions about open tabs or trigger “Skills,” shortcuts for writing, planning, or coding. It replaced the team’s earlier Arc browser and is available free on Mac.
- Chat with an AI about whatever tab is open
- “Skills” automate repeated tasks like drafting or research
- SOC 2 Type II certified with encrypted, on-device data storage
- Free to use, currently Mac-only
- Offers a $20/month Pro plan for higher usage limits
Browser Use
Browser Use is an open-source Python and TypeScript library that lets developers connect any LLM to a real browser, so it can navigate, click, and extract data programmatically rather than through a chat window. It’s built for automation pipelines rather than everyday browsing.
- Open-source, developer-first automation framework
- Works with GPT, Claude, Gemini, and other models
- Includes stealth mode and CAPTCHA handling in its cloud version
- Priced around $0.02 per browser-hour for cloud sessions
- Ideal for scraping, testing, and scheduled workflows, not casual browsing
Opera Neon
Opera Neon is Opera’s take on an AI browser tool, built around an agentic assistant that can complete tasks like booking or research directly inside the browser tabs, similar to Dia and Comet.
- Built on Opera’s existing Chromium base
- Agentic tasks run inside dedicated browser tabs
- Aimed at consumers who already use Opera
- Early-stage rollout with a smaller feature set than Comet or Atlas
- Free, bundled with the standard Opera browser
Set up the AI browser with a proxy
Getting an AI browser to run takes just a few steps beyond installing it.
- Download the AI browser you chose (Comet, Dia, Gemini in Chrome, or a Browser Use setup) and sign in with the required account.
- Sign up for CyberYozh and open the proxy dashboard.
- Choose the country where the AI agent will operate: matching the account’s real region avoids obvious mismatches.
- Select a proxy type based on your task:
- mobile for account logins and social platforms
- residential for longer research sessions
- rotating residential for high-volume automated browsing.
- Connect the proxy in your browser or automation script settings, then run a test task before scaling up.
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Conclusion
AI browsers turn hours of manual browsing, form-filling, and research into a few typed instructions. Picking the right tool for the job: Comet for research, Browser Use for automation pipelines, Gemini or ChatGPT for everyday tasks, and pairing it with the right proxy type keeps sessions stable and avoids blocks.
What does it mean to browse AI?
Browse AI refers to using an AI agent built into or connected with a browser to read pages and complete tasks automatically, like filling forms, comparing products, or summarizing content, instead of doing it manually.
Is Comet AI browser safe?
Comet offers strong research features, but security researchers have found vulnerabilities like “CometJacking,” where a malicious link can trick the AI into leaking stored data. Use it cautiously and avoid clicking unknown links.
What is the best AI browser?
There’s no single best option. Usually, Comet suits deep research, Gemini in Chrome fits everyday Google Workspace users, Dia focuses on privacy and tab chat, and Browser Use is built for developers automating tasks at scale.
How do I get Gemini AI on my web browser?
Gemini in Chrome is built into recent versions of Google Chrome. Update Chrome, click the Gemini icon in the toolbar or set a keyboard shortcut, and sign in with your Google account to start using it.
Is there an AI browser for Windows?
Yes. Gemini in Chrome, ChatGPT’s browser-based agent features, and Opera Neon all run on Windows. Comet and Dia have historically launched on macOS first, with Windows support expanding over time.
What is Browser Use, and is it different from an AI browser?
Browser Use is an open-source automation library, not a standalone browser. Developers use it to connect an LLM to a real browser instance for scripted, large-scale tasks rather than everyday interactive browsing.
Why do AI browsers need proxies?
An AI agent that clicks, submits forms, and visits many pages behaves differently from a normal human session. Proxies make traffic appear consistent and trustworthy, reducing the risk of rate limits, CAPTCHAs, or account blocks.
Can AI browsers access my accounts and data?
Most AI browsers request permission to read tabs, emails, or stored passwords to complete tasks. This convenience comes with privacy trade-offs, so review what data each tool shares before granting full access.