Web Search

Get real-time information from the web integrated directly into AI responses. Never miss current events or recent updates.

Overview

Web Search enables AI to access current information from the internet. Unlike traditional AI models with knowledge cutoffs, web search gives you access to real-time data, breaking news, and the latest updates.

How It Works

When you ask a question that requires current information:

Automatic Detection

Gab AI automatically detects when web search is needed. You can also explicitly request it by asking for "current" or "latest" information.

Best Use Cases

Web Search is ideal for:

Example Web Search Queries

Citations & Sources

When AI uses web search, responses include citations: Citations appear as clickable links at the end of relevant statements, allowing you to verify information and explore topics further.

Search Integration

Web search integrates with multiple AI models:

Perplexity

Built-in search capabilities with real-time web access

GPT + Search

Web-augmented responses with OpenAI models

Auto-Routing

Let Gab AI choose the best search-enabled model

Privacy with Web Search

Even when using web search, your privacy is protected:

Privacy First

Search providers see the queries but never know who is searching. Your browsing patterns and interests remain private.

Credit Usage

Web search uses credits based on the underlying model. Search-enabled models like Perplexity typically use 2-3 credits per query. Check the Credits page for detailed pricing.

Automatic Detection

Gab AI automatically detects when web search is needed. You can also explicitly request it by asking for "current" or "latest" information.

"What are the latest AI developments this week?"

"Find the current best practices for React performance"

"What happened at today's tech conference?"

"Search for recent studies on intermittent fasting"

Privacy First

Search providers see the queries but never know who is searching. Your browsing patterns and interests remain private.