OpenAI Offers Free ChatGPT Plus Access to Select Users
OpenAI has announced that select users will have free access to ChatGPT Plus over the next few weeks. The company’s ChatGPT Plus subscription tier typically costs $20 per month. However, eligible users won’t have to pay for access to OpenAI’s deep research. They will also have access to multiple reasoning models.
Key Benefits of ChatGPT Plus
- Deep Research: ChatGPT Plus offers access to deep research and multiple reasoning models.
- Limited Access to Sora Video Generation: Subscribers have limited access to Sora video generation. This feature isn’t available on the free tier.
- Image Generation: ChatGPT Plus allows users to generate more images than users on the free tier.
- Advanced Voice Mode: Subscribers have access to the advanced voice mode with support for video and screensharing.
Free Access for Students
- US and Canada: OpenAI is offering students in these countries free access to ChatGPT Plus. This offer is available until the end of May.
- Verification System: Students must verify their student status via SheerID’s secure verification system to claim access to the complimentary subscription.
ChatGPT Plus Features
- Custom GPTs: Subscribers can create custom GPTs and try out upcoming features on the platform.
- Research Preview: ChatGPT Plus offers access to a research preview of the GPT-4.5 model.
Conclusion
OpenAI’s decision to offer free ChatGPT Plus access to select users is a significant development. The company’s subscription tier offers a range of benefits, including deep research and limited access to Sora video generation. Students in the US and Canada can take advantage of the free access offer until the end of May.
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