Siri is Apple’s built-in voice assistant, known for helping users perform tasks hands-free. But did you know you can combine Siri with OpenAI to make it even more intelligent and responsive? With just a few steps, you can integrate OpenAI’s powerful language capabilities into Siri using the Shortcuts app on your Apple device.
This tutorial shows you how to set up Siri + OpenAI integration on iPhone, iPad, or Mac to enhance your productivity, get better answers, and unlock advanced features.
Step 1: Get Your OpenAI API Key
To combine Siri with OpenAI, the first thing you’ll need is an API key from OpenAI.
- Go to: https://platform.openai.com/account/api-keys
- Sign up for a free OpenAI account (if you don’t have one)
- Create and copy your API key
- Store the key somewhere secure — it gives access to your OpenAI account and should not be shared
Step 2: Install the Siri Pro Shortcut
Next, you’ll install a custom shortcut that connects Siri to OpenAI’s API.
- Visit this link to download the shortcut:
Siri Pro Shortcut - Add the shortcut to your Shortcuts app
- When prompted, paste your API key into the text field within the shortcut
This step links the shortcut directly to your OpenAI account, allowing Siri to send and receive information from ChatGPT.
Step 3: Start Using Siri with OpenA
Once everything is set up, you can begin using Siri Pro.
- Trigger it by saying “Hey Siri Pro” or using a custom command
- Ask questions by voice or type them directly into the shortcut
- Get responses generated by OpenAI’s ChatGPT model, directly within your Siri interface
The combination of Siri and OpenAI allows you to get smarter responses, better context, and more helpful interactions.
Final Thoughts: Why Combine Siri with OpenAI?
By integrating Siri with OpenAI, you significantly increase what Siri can do. Instead of standard responses, you’ll receive context-aware replies powered by advanced AI. This setup is great for productivity, research, creative writing, and everyday questions.
Whether you’re on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, this integration gives you a more dynamic and capable voice assistant in just a few minutes.
Try combining Siri with OpenAI today and experience the difference.