ChatGPT Atlas is scheduled to stop working on August 9, 2026. If you use the browser, export your bookmarks as an HTML file and save important tabs and history now. OpenAI says these items will not transfer automatically. Your ChatGPT conversation history is separate and is not deleted as part of the Atlas browser shutdown.
Do this before August 9
- Export bookmarks: Atlas → bookmark manager → Export bookmarks → save the HTML file.
- Save open tabs: bookmark important pages or copy their URLs into a document.
- Review browser history: save any pages you may need because history will not migrate automatically.
- Handle cookies carefully: use an official export option where available and treat cookie/session files like passwords.
- Verify the move: import the bookmarks into your replacement browser and open several links before deleting anything.
How to export ChatGPT Atlas bookmarks
- Open Atlas before the August 9 deadline.
- Open the bookmarks menu or bookmark manager.
- Select the option to export bookmarks.
- Save the file in HTML format to a folder you can find again.
- Make a second copy in secure cloud storage or another backed-up location.
OpenAI’s guidance says the exported file should be an HTML file. If you cannot find it, check your Downloads folder and the folder selected during export.
How to import Atlas bookmarks into Chrome
- Open Chrome.
- Select More (the three-dot menu).
- Choose Bookmarks and lists.
- Select Import bookmarks and settings.
- Choose the HTML file exported from Atlas.
- Select Open, then Done.
Imported links may appear in a new imported folder or under Other bookmarks. Open Chrome’s bookmark manager if they do not appear where expected.
What transfers—and what does not
| Data | What to expect | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Bookmarks | No automatic transfer | Export to HTML and import into Chrome or another browser that accepts bookmark HTML files. |
| Open tabs | May not transfer | Bookmark pages or copy URLs into a document. |
| Browser history | No automatic transfer | Save or bookmark pages you will need later. |
| Cookies and sessions | Export may be available in limited cases; active sessions cannot be imported into another browser | Treat exports as sensitive and expect to sign in again. |
| ChatGPT conversations | Separate from Atlas browser data | No Atlas-specific migration is required, subject to your plan, workspace settings and account access. |
What is replacing ChatGPT Atlas?
OpenAI says it is moving browser-based agentic capabilities into ChatGPT and Codex rather than continuing Atlas. Its official transition guidance points users to:
- The ChatGPT desktop app for deeper browser-based agentic workflows, including features such as multiple tabs, downloads, improved navigation and account login support where available.
- The ChatGPT Chrome extension or sidebar for assistance alongside Chrome, where available.
Availability can depend on your plan, region, device, browser and workspace settings. Check access before assuming a replacement will support your current workflow.
Workspace admin migration checklist
- Identify team members who still use Atlas.
- Send them the August 9 deadline and OpenAI’s official migration article.
- Require bookmark export and saving of business-critical tabs before the deadline.
- Review whether the ChatGPT desktop app or Chrome integration is enabled for the workspace.
- Update onboarding, security guidance and internal documents that mention Atlas.
- Remind users never to email or casually share cookie and session exports.
- Ask users to test several imported bookmarks and essential workflows before considering migration complete.
Frequently asked questions
When will ChatGPT Atlas stop working?
OpenAI says Atlas is scheduled to stop working on August 9, 2026. After that date, it may no longer open, browse or support browser-based agentic workflows.
Will Atlas bookmarks transfer automatically?
No automatic transfer is promised. Export bookmarks from Atlas as an HTML file, then import that file into Chrome or another compatible browser.
Will open tabs and browser history migrate?
OpenAI says open tabs may not transfer and browser history will not transfer automatically. Bookmark important pages or copy URLs before the deadline.
Will my ChatGPT conversations be deleted?
No. OpenAI says ChatGPT conversation history is separate from Atlas browser data. Access still depends on your plan, workspace settings and account.
Can I move cookies or active sessions to Chrome?
Atlas may offer cookie export options where available, but OpenAI says cookies and active sessions cannot be imported into another browser. Treat any exported session file as sensitive because it may provide account access.
Official sources
- OpenAI Help Center: Evolving Atlas into ChatGPT for browser-based agentic work
- OpenAI: ChatGPT release notes
Checked August 2, 2026. Product availability and migration options may change; consult OpenAI’s current documentation before acting.