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What is ChatGPT Voice, and is it free?
Short answer
ChatGPT Voice lets you talk to ChatGPT and hear it reply, on the app, the web and the desktop app. It's free with limited use. OpenAI lists 3 hours a day of its Live voice for Go and Plus, 15 hours on the $100 Pro plan and unlimited use on the $200 Pro plan. You can choose from several voices.
Voice limits by plan (17 October 2026)
| Plan | Live voice in chat (rolling 24 hours) |
|---|---|
| Free | Limited |
| Go | 3 hours |
| Plus | 3 hours |
| Pro ($100) | 15 hours |
| Pro ($200) | Unlimited, with abuse guardrails |
| Business Standard | 3 hours, then credits |
How to use it
- Tap the voice icon in the message bar (app) or prompt box (web).
- Allow microphone access.
- Pick a voice the first time, then start talking.
- Tap the exit control to end. The transcript is saved in the chat.
To change the voice, go to Settings, then Voice. Live can use web search and memory; for video or screen sharing on mobile, switch to the Advanced voice option.
Useful for a small business
- Talk through a quote or email while driving (set it up before you set off).
- Practise a sales call or difficult conversation.
- Ask questions hands-free on site.
Privacy
OpenAI keeps audio clips with the chat transcript for 30 days, and deletes them within 30 days of deleting the chat. It doesn't train on audio unless you opt in, but transcripts can be used for training if "Improve the model for everyone" is on.
Related questions
Can ChatGPT make phone calls with its voice?
No. See can AI make phone calls?
Does Gemini have voice chat too?
Yes. See does Gemini have voice chat?
Sources
Checked 17 October 2026. Rules and prices change, so check the source before you rely on it. This is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.
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