The Ultimate List of ChatGPT Prompts (2025 Edition)

Foundational Prompts (The Classics)

These are the building blocks of any great conversation with ChatGPT.

1. Act like an expert in X
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3. You are a [role or persona] (e.g., historian, product designer, investor, etc.)
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5. For this target audience (e.g., teens, startup founders, readers on Mars)
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7. Only explain X — don’t write about anything else
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9. Don’t write about X
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11. Present the information in a table
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13. Create a list of XYZ
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15. Write a long explanation about X
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17. Produce a detailed plan for XYZ
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19. Give me step-by-step instructions to XYZ
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Why these matter: These “meta-prompts” let you shape ChatGPT’s tone, expertise, and format — like swapping the model’s hat instantly.

Best ChatGPT Prompts for Bloggers & Content Creators

1. What are some top long-tail keywords currently trending in the X niche?
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3. Make an outline for a blog post about XYZ using related keywords based on Google data.
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5. Write a blog introduction about XYZ.
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7. Write a full blog post about XYZ (great for expanding sections).
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9. Give me a step-by-step process for XYZ.
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11. What are the pros and cons of XYZ? Present them in a table.
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13. Tell a personal story about X.
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15. Write a blog post about X using the keyword (insert keyword) several times naturally.
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17. Give me a list of FAQs about X.
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19. What’s the best SEO-friendly approach for content in X niche?
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21. What are some creative ways to repurpose old blog posts?
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23. How can bloggers target specific audiences effectively?
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25. What tips and tricks can help write high-converting blog headlines?
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27. What’s the best topic structure to rank for X keyword?
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29. How can audio/video be used to boost blog traffic?
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31. Which social media post types drive the most engagement for blogs?
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Best SEO Prompts for ChatGPT

1. Give me 10 SEO-optimized titles for a blog post about X.
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3. Write an SEO-optimized meta description for this post.
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5. What are the most popular search phrases for (keyword) on Google?
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7. Write a creative, SEO-optimized blog post describing the benefits of (keyword).
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9. Create a listicle: Top 10 innovative applications of (keyword).
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11. Design an SEO-friendly guide on how to use (keyword) in marketing campaigns.
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13. Write an email pitch to ask (name) at (website) for a guest post opportunity.
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15. Find 10 ways businesses can leverage (keyword) to increase revenue.
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17. Develop an FAQ page optimized for (keyword) searches.
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19. Draft a comprehensive SEO checklist.
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21. How can I track SEO performance and success metrics?
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23. What technical SEO elements are essential for optimization?
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25. How do I optimize for voice search or local SEO?
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27. What are the best tools for keyword research, backlinks, and ranking analysis?
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29. How often should I update content for sustained rankings?
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Best Business Prompts for ChatGPT

1. Write a mission statement for (business).
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3. Suggest 10 creative ways to improve employee satisfaction.
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5. Write an employee appreciation email for (achievement).
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7. Write a lead-generation email for (product/service).
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9. How can a small company boost its online presence?
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11. How can businesses use social media to expand their customer base?
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13. Suggest ways to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty.
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15. How can a company stay ahead in today’s market?
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17. Explain the pros and cons of different ownership structures.
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19. How can a company evaluate and manage risk effectively?
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21. How can a company build its brand image and increase awareness?
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23. What are common start-up hurdles and how to overcome them?
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25. How can businesses maintain financial stability while growing?
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27. What are effective sales strategies for scaling revenue?
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29. What’s the role of technology in business success today?
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31. How do I manage and motivate a remote team effectively?

Best Marketing & Copywriting Prompts

1. Write a sales letter about (topic) for (audience).
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3. Write a series of introductory emails to convert leads.
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5. Use the P-A-S (Pain, Agitate, Solution) formula.
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7. Give me a marketing plan for a (type of business) serving (audience).
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9. Write a 30-second video script or 20-second commercial.
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11. Write 10 persuasive taglines for an app or product.
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13. Create 5 catchy headlines for a blog about (topic).
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15. Generate 10 ad ideas for (product or campaign).
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17. Write 8 engaging email subject lines for (goal).
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19. Brainstorm 5 sales pitches for a new product.
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21. Construct CTAs that create urgency.
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23. What’s the best copywriting formula to get X to Y?
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25. Rewrite this email 3 different ways using various techniques.
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27. How to leverage influencer marketing, UGC, or video content.
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29. How to measure and adjust marketing strategies in real-time.
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31. How does storytelling improve brand marketing?
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33. What’s the impact of AI, AR/VR, or personalization in modern marketing?
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Best Storytelling Prompts

Perfect for novels, screenplays, songs, or campaigns.

1. Write a story about X in the style of Y.
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3. Generate an emotional scene (father & son goodbye, etc.).
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5. Make an outline for a novel called (title) about (premise).
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7. Write a back-cover blurb or query letter.
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9. Create a setting description for (place, time).
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11. Develop an antagonist with unique goals.
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13. Come up with 10 futuristic story ideas.
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15. Write 3 possible endings for a story about (premise).
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17. Create dialogue scenes, hooks, or first chapters.
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19. Describe the worldbuilding (laws, customs, creatures).
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21. Write a testimonial-style story about (product/service).
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23. Rewrite a scene from another character’s POV.
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Web Development Prompts

1. Write a Python/JavaScript/TypeScript script for XYZ.
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3. Give me a guide to build an app that (function).
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5. Write code for a Chrome extension that (function).
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7. What are the security risks developers should watch out for?
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9. Explain AJAX, REST, DOM, HTTP vs HTTPS, etc.
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11. What’s the difference between front-end vs back-end?
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13. Explain SPAs vs traditional websites.
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15. What’s the benefit of CSS frameworks or preprocessors?
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17. Why is accessibility critical in design?
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19. How to optimize websites for SEO, speed, and performance.
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21. How to test and debug efficiently — what tools to use?
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23. Discuss hosting, version control (Git), and WebAssembly.
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25. How to add e-commerce functionality or responsive design.
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Best Prompts for Students & Researchers

1. Write an essay about X in the style of Y.
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3. Create an essay outline or thesis statement for (topic).
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5. Summarize this essay in simple terms for a child.
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7. Generate APA-style citations or annotated bibliographies.
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9. Research (topic) and list 5 key points.
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11. Compare and contrast two sources.
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13. Analyze arguments in an article or passage.
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15. Explain the ethical implications of AI in writing.
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17. Create discussion questions for a classroom.
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19. Evaluate a source’s credibility.
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21. Write an editorial or argumentative essay on (topic).
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23. Summarize scholarly research and key takeaways.
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25. Develop a research strategy for (subject).
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27. What are best practices for writing and structuring essays?
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Bonus: Meta Prompts

1. “I want you to act as a Prompt Engineer. Help me refine my request.”
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3. “Before answering, ask me 3 clarifying questions.”
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5. “Summarize your last answer in one sentence, one table, and one example.”
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7. “Give me three different perspectives (academic, practical, creative).”
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“Turn this answer into a LinkedIn post / tweet thread / blog outline.”