PURPLE - AI for All
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.
What can Purple Do?
- Help draft, edit, and summarize content
- Support teaching and learning
- Assist with analysis
- Solve technical and coding challenges
- Brainstorm and problem solve
- Provide a UW-managed environment
Purple complements your expertise, helping you work more efficiently and creatively. Whether you’re drafting materials, analyzing data, or exploring new ideas, Purple offers support for your work. Ready to dive in? Use the link below to launch Purple then come back and review support options found here.
Purple Now Open for Students
You are encouraged to try out Purple, UW’s generative AI tool.
Explore Purple Guides & Scenarios
Review general guides and explore scenarios that show how Purple can support your specific needs. All to help you work smarter across, teaching, learning, research, and campus operations.
Faculty Scenarios

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

Streamline tasks and boost productivity with smart assistance.
All Purple Guides

Review all Purple documentation.
Training and Connection
Get support, training, and stay connected with the UW AI Community. Learn, share, and grow with others exploring AI and Purple.
Training and Events
Review the AI calendar to find opportunities to attend Purple training, office hours, and other AI-related events at UW.
AI Community at UW
Join the UW AI community: connect, learn, and collaborate on AI and Purple.
Learn About Purple
Discover how UW’s Purple AI platform is helping the university community explore AI responsibly, securely, and together.