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What is ChatGPT Plus?

Information about our paid subscription plan, Plus.

Updated: 3 days ago

As of February 13, 2026, models GPT-4o, GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, OpenAI o4-mini, and GPT-5 (Instant and Thinking) have been retired from ChatGPT and are no longer available. API access remains unchanged.

ChatGPT Business, Enterprise, and Edu customers will retain access to GPT-4o within Custom GPTs until April 3, 2026. After April 3, GPT-4o will be fully retired across all plans.

For more information, please refer to our article: Retiring GPT-4o and other ChatGPT models

ChatGPT Plus is a subscription plan that provides enhanced access to the ChatGPT web app for $20/month.


Benefits of ChatGPT Plus

  • Priority access during high-traffic periods: Fewer interruptions even when demand is high.

  • Access to higher GPT-5.3 limits: Use OpenAI’s most advanced model, capable of understanding text, images, and audio.

  • Access to advanced reasoning models: Use models that think through complex problems before answering—delivering stronger performance in coding, planning, and multi-step analysis

  • Faster response speeds: Enjoy quicker replies in conversations.

  • Expanded features:

    • Voice conversations

    • Image generation

    • File uploads and analysis

    • Deep Research tools (where available)

    • Custom GPT creation and use


Subscription Details

  • Price: $20/month (billed monthly).

  • Platform: ChatGPT Plus is available on chat.openai.com.

  • Not included: API usage is separate and billed independently. See API pricing.


How do I sign up?

  1. Log into ChatGPT

  2. Click on your profile icon -> Upgrade Plan

  3. Select 'Get Plus'


Usage Limits

To ensure a smooth experience for all users, Plus subscriptions may include usage limits such as message caps, especially during high demand. These limits may vary based on system conditions.


Billing and Invoices

You can manage your subscription, view invoices, and cancel your plan by:

  1. Log into ChatGPT

  2. Click on your profile icon -> Settings

  3. Select Account

  4. Confirm that you're logged in with the same email address or single sign-on provider that was used to purchase your Plus or Pro subscription.

Troubleshooting: Charged but still on Free plan

If you were charged for ChatGPT Plus or Pro but your account still shows the Free plan, try the steps below:

  • Verify you are signed in with the same authentication method (Google, Apple, Microsoft, or email/password) that you used to subscribe.

  • If you used Sign in with Apple and selected "Hide My Email," locate the private relay email address in your Apple ID settings and use that to sign in.

  • On the iOS or Android app, go to Settings > Restore purchases to sync your subscription.

  • Log out of ChatGPT on all devices, then log back in using the correct account.

  • If the issue persists, contact us and include the receipt or the last four digits of the card that was charged so we can locate your subscription.

Canceling your subscription

If you would like to cancel your subscription, please refer to our article: How do I cancel my subscription for ChatGPT Plus or ChatGPT Pro?

Refunds

If you believe you were incorrectly charged or would like to request a refund, you can request a refund. Refunds are typically processed within 5–10 business days after approval. Please ensure you're signed in with the same email address you used to purchase Plus or Pro when submitting your request.

VAT Exemption Requests

If you would like to request a VAT exemption request, please refer to our article: How do I submit a VAT exemption request?

Is there an annual plan available?

Currently, we do not support annual billing or the option to pay for multiple months in advance for ChatGPT Plus subscriptions.


Is there a ChatGPT Pro version?

We have an additional subscription option, entitled ChatGPT Pro.

Pro is a higher-tier plan that may include additional features, higher usage limits, or expanded access to premium tools.

For additional information on ChatGPT Pro, please refer to our article: What is ChatGPT Pro?


Data Privacy

OpenAI may use conversations to improve model performance and safety. You can opt out of having your data used for training at any time. If you would like to do so, please refer to our help article here: Data Controls FAQ

For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

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