From free AI tools to stronger security: 5 things about Perplexity’s new government plan

What’s happening?
Perplexity, the AI company known for making information more accessible, has just launched a new program called Perplexity for Government. The idea is simple: help U.S. government workers use AI safely and effectively.

Free access to top AI models
From now on, all U.S. federal employees will get free access to Perplexity’s most powerful AI models. They don’t need any contracts or paid subscriptions—it’s available right away across all agencies.

Stronger security for government data
Unlike public AI tools that often reuse data, Perplexity promises zero data usage for government users. That means no information will be stored, trained on, or reused. The AI is secure by default, not by choice, which makes it safer for sensitive government work.

Enterprise Pro for Government at just $0.25
Perplexity is also rolling out a special edition of its enterprise platform, Enterprise Pro for Government. It’s a custom version tailored for federal agencies, offered at a nominal cost of just $0.25 per agency for the first 15 months.

Why it matters
AI is already being used in research, knowledge management, and citizen services. With this move, Perplexity wants to give public servants cutting-edge AI tools without risking security. The company says it’s part of their long-term commitment to America’s success.