SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI is introducing ChatGPT Plus, a pilot subscription plan for its conversational AI, ChatGPT. This advanced AI can engage in conversations, answer follow-up questions, and challenge incorrect assumptions, offering a dynamic and interactive user experience.
ChatGPT Plus Illustration: Ruby Chen
Priced at $20 per month, ChatGPT Plus subscribers will enjoy several benefits:
- General access to ChatGPT, even during peak times
- Faster response times
- Priority access to new features and improvements
This new subscription plan is available to customers in the United States and globally.
Commitment to Free Access
OpenAI values its free users and will continue to offer complimentary access to ChatGPT. The revenue from the subscription plan will support maintaining free access for as many users as possible.
Learning from the Research Preview
ChatGPT was initially launched as a research preview to understand its strengths and weaknesses better and gather user feedback. Since then, millions have provided feedback, leading to significant updates. Users have found ChatGPT valuable for various professional tasks, including content drafting and editing, brainstorming, programming assistance, and learning new topics.
Future Plans
OpenAI plans to refine and expand the ChatGPT Plus offering based on user feedback. Upcoming initiatives include launching the ChatGPT API waitlist and exploring options for lower-cost plans, business plans, and data packs to enhance availability.
For more information and to sign up, visit the OpenAI website.
