OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT Go globally, expanding access to advanced AI features through a lower-cost subscription designed for everyday use. Originally launched in India in August 2025, ChatGPT Go has since expanded to more than 170 additional countries, making it one of OpenAI’s fastest-growing and most affordable subscription plans.

With today’s launch, ChatGPT Go is now available everywhere ChatGPT is offered, including the United States, where the plan is priced at $8 per month.

OpenAI says strong early adoption and regular everyday use in markets where Go was previously available informed the decision to expand ChatGPT Go globally, particularly for writing, learning, image creation, and problem-solving.

With the global launch of ChatGPT Go, OpenAI now offers three consumer subscription plans worldwide:

U.S. pricing shown. Go pricing is localized in some markets.

OpenAI says ChatGPT Go is designed for users who want expanded access to its latest model, GPT-5.2 Instant, at a lower cost.

With ChatGPT Go, users receive:

OpenAI positions Go as a middle option between the free tier and its more advanced subscriptions.

OpenAI says ChatGPT Plus is designed for work that requires deeper reasoning and longer workflows, such as writing and editing documents, learning and research, or data analysis. Plus subscribers receive expanded access to OpenAI’s most advanced models, including GPT-5.2 Thinking, along with the ability to choose from legacy models and use Codex, OpenAI’s coding agent.

Compared to ChatGPT Go, Plus includes higher limits for messages, file uploads, memory, and context, allowing ChatGPT to retain more detail from past conversations and support longer, more continuous workflows.

ChatGPT Pro, OpenAI’s highest-tier consumer plan, is built for advanced AI users who require maximum performance. Pro includes full access to GPT-5.2 Pro, the largest memory and context limits, and early previews of new features.

OpenAI says it plans to begin testing advertising in the free tier and ChatGPT Go in the United States, framing ads as a way to support broader access while keeping prices low.

The company says ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Business, and Enterprise subscriptions will remain ad-free.

Read more about how OpenAI plans to introduce advertising here.

Q: When is ChatGPT Go available globally?
A: OpenAI says ChatGPT Go is rolling out globally starting today, including in the United States.

Q: How much does ChatGPT Go cost?
A: In the U.S., ChatGPT Go is priced at $8 per month. Pricing is localized in some international markets.

Q: Which model does ChatGPT Go use?
A: ChatGPT Go provides access to GPT-5.2 Instant, OpenAI’s latest fast-response model.

Q: How does Go compare to Plus and Pro?
A: Go offers higher limits than the free tier at a lower cost, while Plus and Pro provide access to more advanced models, higher limits, and additional tools.

The global rollout of ChatGPT Go reflects OpenAI’s broader strategy to widen access to advanced AI tools without making higher-priced subscriptions the default entry point. By offering a lower-cost plan with expanded usage and modern AI capabilities, OpenAI is targeting users who rely on AI daily but do not need enterprise-level performance.

For everyday users, this matters because AI tools are increasingly becoming part of how people learn, work, and solve problems. As reliance on AI grows, the difference between limited free access and affordable expanded access can shape who benefits most from these systems. ChatGPT Go lowers that barrier, offering a middle ground for users who want more flexibility without committing to higher-priced plans.

At a broader level, pricing models like Go will influence how AI adoption unfolds globally. As AI moves from experimentation to infrastructure, affordability may become just as important as capability in determining how widely these tools are used—and by whom.

Editor’s Note: This article was created by Alicia Shapiro, CMO of AiNews.com, with writing, image, and idea-generation support from ChatGPT, an AI assistant. However, the final perspective and editorial choices are solely Alicia Shapiro’s. Special thanks to ChatGPT for assistance with research and editorial support in crafting this article.