before ChatGPT unveiled shopping options within its array of helpful features. This innovation is made possible by a cutting-edge OpenAI framework known as the Agentic Commerce Protocol, developed in partnership with Stripe. Currently, all U.S. users of ChatGPT, no matter their subscription level, can browse items from Etsy, with support for countless other Shopify retailers and additional vendors arriving shortly. For those utilizing an Android smartphone or tablet, engaging with the Instant Checkout should feel just as seamless as searching for goods and services — now enhanced by the ability to make purchases directly through the AI chatbot.
This is how it operates. Upon opening the Android ChatGPT app, input a request like “Locate a Star Wars poster on Etsy for under $100.” The chatbot will generate a list of items to explore, and you should notice a “Buy” button adjacent to some listings, indicating that the item is ready for Instant Checkout. Just click “Buy,” and you’ll be directed to a checkout interface to verify your order information. ChatGPT will automatically select the payment method associated with its paid subscribers, but you also have the option to choose a different one. If everything appears correct (pun intended), simply hit “Confirm purchase.”
