Purple

Last updated: October 14, 2026

PURPLE - AI for UW

What is Purple?

Purple is the University of Washington’s enterprise generative AI tool. It offers a ChatGPT-like interface and allows users to interact with approved AI models. It’s the University-supported alternative to publicly available AI tools, designed to align with UW’s commitment to privacy and security.

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New: Purple User Stories
See how UW staff are using Purple.

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Students, Meet Purple
Explore ideas, understand tough concepts and organize your work with UW’s generative AI tool, Purple.

Three Things to Know
Discover how UW’s Purple AI platform is helping the university community explore AI responsibly, securely, and together.

Purple Quick Guide

Get going with this quick guide on using Purple, UW’s generative AI tool.

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Purple Assistance

Use this form to request features, assistance, or report bugs.

FAQs

Have questions about using Purple? Find answers here.

Official Agents

Official agents are managed agents with shared knowledge, tools, or integrations.

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Latest Purple News

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Faculty Scenarios

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Revolutionize teaching with powerful data analysis, streamlined workflows, and tailored insights.

Faculty Prompting Guides

Staff Scenarios

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Streamline tasks and boost productivity with smart assistance.

Staff Prompting Guides

User Stories

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Read real word examples of people using Purple.

AI Community at UW

Join the UW AI community: connect, learn, and collaborate on AI and Purple.

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