Have an agent choose a gift, then stop before buying

A user let ChatGPT pick a surprise present, and the agent ended up completing an Amazon order from a session that was already signed in.

Done with ChatGPT Agent· Beginner· Oct 2026

What they did
They opened ChatGPT Agent in the desktop app on a Plus account, using Work mode and its in-app browser. The user signed into Amazon themselves, shut the browser, and then left GPT to continue without any more described input during the purchase.
How it went
The item purchased was Ryan North’s How to Invent Everything, and the poster said the message that came with it was appreciated. People in the thread say the agent made it to the Buy Now stage on the logged-in Amazon account. The post does not mention the price, delivery window, or the exact reasoning behind the selection.
Tips
If you try this, assume a signed-in shopping account gives the agent broad room to act. Ask for a shortlist and make it wait for permission before any checkout, order, or send action.

Try it yourself with ChatGPT Agent

I need a surprise gift for [person]. They like [interests], and I do not want [things to avoid]. Search [store or stores] for suitable choices under [budget], then give me your best 3 options with price, expected delivery timing, and a brief explanation for each. Do not add anything to the cart or move into checkout. Stop and ask for my approval before any action that would place the order, send the item, or confirm payment.

Fill in the [brackets]. Agents can make mistakes, so review anything before it is sent, paid or deleted.

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