Question 1

What is the difference between the Codex app and GitHub Copilot?

Accepted Answer

The OpenAI Codex app is a standalone control center for autonomous agents that handle entire tasks. GitHub Copilot is an IDE extension primarily designed for inline autocomplete while you type.

Question 2

Is the OpenAI Codex app free?

Accepted Answer

The Codex app is free to download, but full access is included with ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team subscriptions. Free users have limited access to the GPT-5.2-Codex model during the launch period.

Question 3

Does the Codex app work on Windows?

Accepted Answer

Currently, the Codex app is available only on macOS with Apple Silicon. Windows and Linux support is planned, and users on those platforms can use the Codex CLI in the meantime.

Question 4

How does the Codex app manage code safety?

Accepted Answer

The Codex app uses Git worktrees to run agents in isolated environments. This prevents AI agents from overwriting active work and reduces the risk of merge conflicts.

Question 5

What are Codex Skills?

Accepted Answer

Codex Skills are integrations with third-party tools such as Figma, Linear, and Vercel. They allow agents to read design files, update tickets, and understand deployment context as part of their workflows.

How OpenAI Is Rewriting AI Coding Workflows with Codex App

How OpenAI Is Rewriting AI Coding Workflows with Codex App

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