AI agents are gaining popularity beyond the technology sector, with companies such as Meta, OpenAI and Anthropic competing to develop tools that can independently handle users’ personal and professional tasks.

Unlike traditional AI chatbots, these agents can proactively perform tasks such as managing schedules, writing emails, booking travel and shopping. However, choosing the right tool and deciding how much personal information to share remain key challenges for users.

Experts recommend using a combination of AI agents rather than relying on a single tool, as different agents have different strengths.

Business consultant Jose Artigas suggests using Claude Duet for starting a business, Dots for technical problem-solving and Instinct for routine tasks such as managing emails and booking travel. For beginners, he recommends Meta’s Muse, citing its user-friendly features.

Experts also advise users to experiment with different agents and begin by delegating repetitive online tasks they would like to automate.

Clara Gigling of Oudae Labs recommends providing agents with clear instructions, specific goals and relevant context to get better results.

Privacy is another important consideration, particularly when connecting AI agents to personal emails, calendars, identification details and financial accounts.

Although technology companies have introduced privacy policies outlining how user data is handled, along with cloud-based operations and memory controls, Gigling urged users to remain cautious when sharing sensitive personal information.