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Main features

  • Chat, Q&A and writing (Help Me Write)
  • Image generation, slide generation and music generation
  • Fast literature reading
  • Task mode: multi-step tasks such as research, analysis and copywriting
  • Scheduled tasks, a skills marketplace and knowledge bases

Best for

Suited to people who need Chinese writing, research organization and office document generation; the web version can be reached from the Baidu home page. Task mode suits problems that need several steps, such as travel planning and data analysis.

Things to know

  • Formerly ERNIE Bot (Wenxin Yiyan); the former address yiyan.baidu.com now redirects to wenxin.baidu.com
  • Directly accessible in mainland China, with an app and a browser extension
  • Fully free since April 2025 (third-party report)

FAQ

Are Wenxin Yiyan and Baidu Wenxin Assistant the same product?
Yes. The former Wenxin Yiyan address redirects to Baidu Wenxin Assistant, and the product is now offered under that name.
Does it cost money?
It is currently free.
Which clients are available?
An app and a browser extension; the web version can be added as a desktop shortcut.