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ChatGPT Is Now Free on WhatsApp: Here’s Your Guide to Accessing It Globally

12:52 AM UTC · December 20, 2024 · 2 min read
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Sophia Lin

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ChatGPT Is Now Free on WhatsApp: Here’s Your Guide to Accessing It Globally
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Here’s a guide on how to access ChatGPT for free on WhatsApp. OpenAI recently launched "1-800-ChatGPT", a new way to interact with its AI chatbot. This service is available through both phone calls and WhatsApp messages.

Key Takeaways:

  • Global Access: Users worldwide can message ChatGPT on WhatsApp.
  • Free Phone Calls: US users get 15 minutes of free calls monthly.
  • Easy to Use: Simply add the number 1-800-242-8478 to your contacts.
  • Experimental Nature: Usage limits may apply and features are still developing.
  • Privacy: OpenAI stores data temporarily for safety, subject to its Privacy Policy.
ChatGPT on WhatsApp

As mentioned by OpenAI, you can now use ChatGPT via text or audio call through WhatsApp. This feature allows users globally to message ChatGPT on WhatsApp by adding the number +1-800-242-8478. For users in the U.S., an additional feature allows voice calls with ChatGPT.

This new service aims to make AI more accessible, particularly in areas with limited data connectivity. The phone service doesn't need an internet connection.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT on WhatsApp

For those interested in organizing their chats, check out our guide on ChatGPT Projects: Organize Your Chats With Folders.

To use ChatGPT on WhatsApp, simply add the number 1-800-242-8478 to your contacts. Then, message this number on WhatsApp. OpenAI's ChatGPT is now on WhatsApp.

U.S. users can also call this number for a voice conversation with ChatGPT. The service is free for up to 15 minutes per month per phone number.

Call and Chat with ChatGPT

The WhatsApp integration is powered by the GPT-4o-mini model. It supports text-only conversations.

Features like image sharing and ChatGPT's memory are not available through this service. If you are looking for image generation, you might want to explore how to use ChatGPT for stunning image generation.

OpenAI emphasizes that this service is experimental. Usage limits may change as demand evolves.

For more advanced features, users should continue using the ChatGPT app or website. "The phone number is built using OpenAI’s Realtime API, and the WhatsApp feature is powered by GPT-4o mini through an integration with the WhatsApp API," according to The Verge.