OpenAI is steering ChatGPT users toward more paid usage
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OpenAI is implementing stricter security measures for ChatGPT by introducing limits on payment cards and devices to curb abuse of paid subscriptions. Users who attempt to link multiple paid subscriptions to a single card or device will be blocked from starting new ones, with specific caps placed on the number of accounts per device. When these limits are reached, users encounter a "Device limit reached" error, preventing further use of the affected account on that hardware. These restrictions apply specifically to ChatGPT Go, Plus, Pro 100, Pro 200, and Pro 500 plans, while free, Business, Enterprise, and Edu accounts remain unaffected. Logging out of an account does not automatically free up a slot, forcing users to adhere strictly to the new device constraints. This policy shift targets individuals who previously switched between multiple paid accounts on one device to maximize cheap flat-rate usage. Instead of allowing such workarounds, OpenAI now directs users toward purchasing additional credits or usage resets, which are generally more costly than acquiring a new subscription. The move signals a strategic pivot where OpenAI appears to be prioritizing revenue generation over rapid user growth.
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