Pricing Plans (2026)
ChatGPT Free Free
Free
- 2–3 images per 24-hour rolling window via ChatGPT web/mobile
- Access via ChatGPT app only (no direct API access as of May 12, 2026)
- Model retired from API — now routed through GPT Image models
- No commercial API endpoint available
ChatGPT Plus Popular
$20/month
- ~40–50 image prompts per 3-hour window (approx. 200/day)
- Higher quality outputs vs Free tier
- Priority access during peak hours
- Underlying model now GPT Image 1.5 (DALL-E 3 API retired May 12, 2026)
API (Retired) Free
Free
- DALL-E 3 API was removed on May 12, 2026
- Previously priced at $0.04–$0.12 per image (standard to HD)
- Migrate to gpt-image-2, gpt-image-1.5, or gpt-image-1
- Any API calls to dall-e-3 model ID now return errors
Special Perks & Discounts
- Free tier access still available through ChatGPT web/mobile app
- Successor models (GPT Image 1.5, GPT Image 2) available via API
- New OpenAI API users receive $5 in free credits for GPT Image models
Verdict
Sunset product as of July 2026. DALL-E 3 was removed from OpenAI's API on May 12, 2026 — migrate to GPT Image 1.5 or GPT Image 2 for production use, though limited free access persists via ChatGPT's consumer app.
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DALL-E 3 — Frequently asked
Does DALL-E 3 have a free tier?
Yes — DALL-E 3 offers a free tier you can use without paying.
How much does DALL-E 3 cost?
DALL-E 3 paid plans start at $20/month — see the full breakdown above.
Are there discounts or perks for DALL-E 3?
Free tier access still available through ChatGPT web/mobile app
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