WorkBuddy – AI Agent: A new paradigm for the office

What is WorkBuddy?

WorkBuddy is a desktop workspace featuring an AI intelligent agent for various workplace scenarios, developed by Tencent.

It not only answers questions, but also can plan steps, manipulate documents, and deliver complete results within the scope of its authorization.

Main functions

• Issue multi-step office tasks in natural language.
• Read, write, and organize files in the authorized local folder.
• Generate reports, draft contracts, and meeting minutes.
• Create and modify tables, charts, and data analysis reports.
• Generate presentations from a theme or template.
• Search for relevant information and create in-depth analyses as well as a competitor matrix.
• Batch rename, convert, and organize files.
• Enable intelligent agents from various fields to collaborate in parallel.
• Expand capabilities through Skills, plugins, and MCP.
• Create scheduled or automatic tasks and view them on multiple devices.

The difference from interacting with ordinary AI

Suitable for which office scenarios

• Market research, industry analysis, and competitor analysis.
• Preparation of weekly reports, plans, emails, and meeting materials.
• Table cleaning, aggregation, visualization, and insights.
• PPT structure design, content creation, and file delivery.
• Batch archiving of invoices, contracts, and documents.
• Content planning, poster design, and creation of multimodal materials.
• Coordination of product, development, and testing tasks.
• The workflow for a one-person company owned by an individual entrepreneur.

WorkBuddy usage guide

1. Install the official client suitable for the operating system and log in.
2. Create a separate workspace folder for new tasks.
3. Only the files necessary for the task and their recoverable copies should be included.
4. Describe the goal, inputs, format, and acceptance criteria in one sentence.
5. Select the appropriate model and maintain the default permission mode.
6. Enable skills for documents, tables, PPTs, etc., as needed.
7. Check the authorization scope before connecting to third-party applications.
8. Have the agent first provide a task plan and the expected outcome.
9. View the operations and impact paths in high-risk confirmation.
10. Check files, changes, and previews in the results area.
11. Check the facts, formulas, format, and privacy information.
12. Save the final result and remove temporary permissions.

Documents, tables, and PPTs

WorkBuddy can directly generate common office documents from task results, rather than just returning text.

In-depth research

After the user specifies a research topic, WorkBuddy can break down the search path, gather information, and generate a structured report.

• First, define the geographical area, time frame, and target audience.
• It is necessary to distinguish between facts, sources of opinions, and model inferences.
• Indicate the verification date for prices, policies, and market data.
• Important conclusions should be cross-checked with at least two independent sources.
• Leave a note indicating uncertainty for information that cannot be confirmed.
• The final report still needs to be reviewed by the person in charge.

Data analysis

WorkBuddy can read authorized data files to carry out cleaning, statistics, visualization, and the generation of recommendations.

• Explain the meaning of each column and the relevant business criteria in advance.
• First, check for duplicate values, null values, and outliers.
• The amount, date, and percentage must be in a consistent format.
• The analysis conclusions should be traceable back to the original data.
• When personal information is involved, it should be anonymized first.
• Key models or formulas should be recalculated manually.

Multi-agent collaboration with experts

WorkBuddy allows tasks to be divided according to roles, enabling experts in areas such as research, content creation, design, development, and quality control to work together.

• Specify the input and output formats for each role.
• Designate a summarization role to resolve conflicts in conclusions.
• Parallel tasks should avoid modifying the same file at the same time.
• The final acceptance should cover the interfaces between various roles.
• More agents do not necessarily lead to more accurate results.

Skills

Skill encapsulates reusable scripts, knowledge, and workflows, enabling WorkBuddy to perform specific types of operations.

The official documentation warns that third-party Skills may collect data or send inputs to external services.

Plugins, MCP, and connectors

Plugins can bundle Skills, MCP connections, shortcut commands, Hooks, and dedicated agents at the same time.

• MCP is used to connect to external services and data sources.
• The connector can query data, send messages, or manage cloud files.
• The official list includes connections such as QQ Mail, Tencent Docs, Tencent Meeting, and TAPD.
• Custom connectors require separate configuration for authentication and permissions.
• Connectors that are not in use should be shut down or have their access revoked promptly.
• The prices and privacy policies of external services need to be checked separately.

Default permissions and full access

Officials recommend maintaining the default permissions on a daily basis; security checks cannot replace backups, path verification, and manual approval.

Safe workspace practices

1. Create a separate folder for each task.
2. Only the files required for the task are copied; the original files are not used directly.
3. Delete passwords, tokens, and irrelevant personal information.
4. It is required to first list the items to be modified or deleted in bulk.
5. Verify that the operation range does not exceed the workspace.
6. After generation, compare the number of files, their names, and their contents.
7. After the task is completed, revoke the connector and full access rights.

Automatic tasks and multi-device collaboration

Automatic tasks can execute repetitive processes on a scheduled basis, and multi-device collaboration allows the smartphone to serve as the control interface for desktop agents.

• The task trigger conditions and time zone must be specified clearly.
• Test with a draft before automatically sending emails or messages.
• Stop in a timely manner when things deviate from expectations to save points.
• Manual confirmation is required for external releases or payments.
• Regularly check for failed connectors and expired credentials.

Supported platforms

Personal version price

The following are the prices in RMB as shown on the official pricing page as of August 31, 2026.

Recurring packages are automatically renewed; discounts, promotions, and the final payment amount are subject to those specified on the purchase page.

Comparison of points and benefits in the personal version

The trial version and automatic tasks come with certain free benefits; the bonus points are usually valid for one month after they are credited.

Individual increase package

The premium package does not have a dedicated entry point; a notification is displayed in the client or within subscription management when the monthly points are nearly exhausted.

Enterprise version price

For both tiers, 2,000 points per person per month are allocated, and these points can be shared among team members; there is no limit on the number of conversations or questions that can be asked.

The taxes and fees associated with corporate purchases, as well as the implementation process, data isolation measures, and scope of services, shall be determined in accordance with the quotation and contract.

Prices for enterprise upgrade packages

WorkBuddy and CodeBuddy points

According to the official pricing documentation, when WorkBuddy and CodeBuddy use the same account, the points are shared, so there is no need for separate subscriptions.

Shared points do not mean that the two products have identical functions; the appropriate interface for work or coding should be chosen based on the task at hand.

How to choose a package

• First, use the trial version to test common workflows and point consumption.
• For everyday light office tasks, the standard version is sufficient.
• The advanced version is available for high frequencies, multiple projects, and larger databases.
• The Flagship version can be evaluated for heavy tasks and multiple collaborators.
• Choose the Enterprise version when the team needs to share points and management capabilities.
• Before purchasing an auto-renewal plan, confirm the cancellation method and duration.

Enterprise agent

Enterprise agents provide a cloud-based runtime environment, session management, version control, snapshot capabilities, and the ability to deploy applications.

• Each Runtime has its own independent sandbox and file system.
• A session retains the history and context of a single session.
• Checkpoint and Version support rollback.
• It can be linked to knowledge bases, Skills, experts, and MCP.
• It supports WeCom AIBot, QQ robots, Lark, and DingTalk.
• Permissions, credentials, and data retention must be configured in accordance with the company’s standards.

GitHub and open source

Currently, no official open-source repository has been found that can be considered to represent the complete WorkBuddy product.

WorkBuddy should be classified as closed-source commercial software; the support for MCP, Skill, or plugins does not mean that the source code of the platform is open source.

Usage restrictions

• Reports, data, and code generated by AI may contain errors.
• Local file operations may result in overwriting, moving, or accidental deletion.
• Third-party plugins and connectors may send data to external sources.
• The bonus points and features offered for a limited time may change once the campaign comes to an end.
• The full set of functions may differ between mobile and desktop versions.
• Important outcomes require manual review, backup, and compliance checks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can WorkBuddy be used for free?

Yes, the trial version offers 500 points per month, with certain functions available without charge.

How much is the standard version of WorkBuddy?

99 yuan per month, 70 yuan for a monthly subscription, and 672 yuan for an annual subscription; the final price is as indicated on the settlement page.

Can WorkBuddy work with local files?

Yes, it can read and write files in the authorized workspace; for high-risk operations, the default permissions should be used for confirmation.

Which platforms does WorkBuddy support?

The official website provides access options for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, HarmonyOS, and WeChat mini-programs.

Does WorkBuddy support MCP and Skills?

It is supported, and its capabilities can be expanded using plugins, connectors, Hooks, and dedicated agents.

Do WorkBuddy and CodeBuddy need to be subscribed to separately?

No, the official instructions state that the points for WorkBuddy and CodeBuddy are shared under the same account.

Is WorkBuddy an open-source product?

No, there is currently no verifiable official repository containing the complete source code of the product.