Pricing, plainly
Is it free?
Yes — the official ChatGPT app is free to install on every platform, and you can use it on a free OpenAI account with usage limits. Paid plans add higher limits and more features. We keep this qualitative and point you to OpenAI's pricing page for current numbers.
We do not quote prices because they change. Always confirm on OpenAI's official pricing page. This site is an independent guide, not affiliated with OpenAI.
The short answer
The official ChatGPT app is free to install on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and the web, and it is usable on a free OpenAI account. The free tier comes with usage limits. If you want higher limits and more features, OpenAI offers paid plans such as Plus and Pro. We do not quote prices here because they change and vary by region — check OpenAI's pricing page for the current figures.
What you get without paying
- Free install on every official platform, plus the web app at chatgpt.com with no install at all.
- A free OpenAI account you can sign in with to chat with ChatGPT.
- Core chatting subject to usage limits that apply to the free tier.
- Shared history across web, mobile and desktop when you sign in with the same account.
Exactly which features and models are included on the free tier changes over time, so treat OpenAI's pricing and help pages as the source of truth.
What paid plans add
Paid plans generally raise your usage limits and unlock additional features compared with the free tier. The plan names, included features and prices change periodically. Rather than rely on outdated third-party numbers, open OpenAI's pricing page to see what each plan currently offers in your region and currency.
A note on copycat apps
Because the official app is free, be cautious of apps that charge just to download a "ChatGPT" client or push aggressive subscriptions for basic chatting. Those are common signs of a copycat. Verify the publisher is OpenAI before installing — see official vs fake ChatGPT apps. To start safely, you can also open the ChatGPT web app and follow official links from there.
How to start for free
- Open chatgpt.com in your browser and sign in, or
- Install the official app for iPhone, Android or desktop, then sign in with a free OpenAI account.
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Common questions about ChatGPT being free — see the full ChatGPT app FAQ.
Is the ChatGPT app free?
Yes. The official ChatGPT app is free to install on every platform — iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and web — and you can use it on a free OpenAI account with usage limits. Paid plans add higher limits and more features. Confirm current plan details on OpenAI's pricing page.
Do I have to pay to download the ChatGPT app?
No. Installing the official ChatGPT app is free from the App Store, Google Play, the Microsoft Store and the Mac App Store, and the web app at chatgpt.com needs no install. If an app charges you just to download a ChatGPT client, treat it as a copycat.
What can I do with ChatGPT for free?
On a free OpenAI account you can sign in and chat with ChatGPT on the web and in the apps, subject to usage limits. Exact free features and limits change over time, so check OpenAI's pricing and help pages for what is currently included.
What do paid ChatGPT plans add?
Paid plans such as Plus and Pro generally add higher usage limits and access to more features compared with the free tier. The specifics change over time. For current details and prices, see OpenAI's pricing page rather than relying on third-party numbers.
How much does ChatGPT cost?
There is a free tier, and there are paid plans that cost more. Because prices and plan names change, we do not quote figures here — check OpenAI's official pricing page for the current cost in your region and currency.
Is the ChatGPT app free on iPhone and Android?
Yes. The official ChatGPT app is free to install on both iPhone and Android, and usable on a free account with limits. Make sure the publisher is OpenAI before installing to avoid copycat apps that may charge hidden subscriptions.
Why is a ChatGPT app asking me to pay?
The official app may offer optional paid upgrades, but it does not require payment just to install or to use a free account. If an app demands payment up front or pushes aggressive subscriptions to do basic chatting, it may be a copycat — verify the publisher is OpenAI.
Can I use ChatGPT for free without installing anything?
Yes. The free web app at chatgpt.com runs in any modern browser with no install, using the same free OpenAI account as the mobile and desktop apps.
Use chatgpt.com free with no install, and add it to your home screen.
iPhone & iPadDownload on iPhoneInstall the official ChatGPT app from Apple’s App Store and verify the publisher.
AndroidDownload on AndroidInstall from Google Play and avoid copycat Android apps.
WindowsChatGPT for WindowsThe official desktop app via the Microsoft Store, with a global shortcut.
TroubleshootingApp not working?Causes and fixes when ChatGPT will not load or sign in.
SafetyOfficial vs fake appsHow to spot copycats before you install.