Explain it like I'm 12
Turns any confusing topic into a short, simple explanation with a relatable example.
OpenWhat it does for you
ChatGPT is the AI assistant most people try first. You type a question or a request in everyday language, and it answers like a patient helper: writing an email, explaining a bill, planning a week of meals, or turning messy notes into a tidy list.
It can also look at photos and files you upload, search the web, and talk with you by voice on your phone.
Good to know
- The free plan is generous enough for everyday use.
- It can sound confident and still be wrong, so double-check facts that matter.
- Avoid pasting passwords or private documents.
Plans & pricing
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Free
- Chat on web, desktop, and mobile
- Web search
- Upload files and photos
- Voice conversations
Limited access to the most capable model and to image creation.
Worth it for: Great for everyday questions, quick drafts, and getting started with AI.
Plus
$20/mo
- More usage than Free
- Access to more advanced models
- More image creation
- Deep research reports
- Custom GPTs and projects
Advanced features still have usage caps.
Worth it for: Worth it if you use ChatGPT most days and keep running into the free limits.
Pro
$200/mo
- Near-unlimited use of top models
- Access to the most powerful reasoning mode
- Highest limits for research and video
- Early access to new features
Worth it for: Only worth it for professionals who rely on ChatGPT for demanding work all day.
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