How to use Claude Duet when it rolls out to you
Anthropic has introduced Claude Duet, an always-on personal AI agent that can work in the background, use connected apps and a dedicated browser, and send users daily briefings or updates on delegated tasks. The service is in preview, and access is currently limited to eligible subscribers in the US who join a waitlist.
Duet is planned as part of Claude’s Pro plan, which costs $20 a month, and higher tiers; Team and Enterprise customers are not yet included. It checks connected accounts every few hours to manage usage, which it shares with other Claude apps. Its usefulness depends on the information users connect or store in Claude, so using it involves a privacy trade-off.
In short
- Claude Duet is in a limited US preview.
- Pro and Max subscribers must join a waitlist.
- The agent uses connected data to act proactively.
Explained simply
Claude is an AI assistant made by Anthropic, a company that develops artificial intelligence tools. An AI agent can carry out tasks for a person, such as checking information in connected apps, rather than only replying to questions in a chat.
An always-on assistant may be able to handle routine tasks in the background and provide updates without being prompted each time. Its usefulness depends on what information it can access, so connecting accounts can involve sharing personal or work data with the service.
Claude’s paid plans include different options for individuals and organisations. Access to new features can vary by plan and location, and using an agent may also draw on usage limits shared with other Claude tools.