OpenAI’s ChatGPT Plus sign-ups temporarily paused due to high demand

OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, in a recent announcement on X, revealed that the company has temporarily paused sign-ups for ChatGPT Plus due to the overwhelming surge in usage following the DevDay developers conference. This decision was made to prioritise ensuring high-quality user experience for existing ChatGPT Plus subscribers.

OpenAI's DevDay conference, was a resounding success, bringing together developers, researchers, and enthusiasts from around the world to explore the latest advancements in generative pre-trained transformers (GPTs). The conference featured a wealth of presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities, and it was clear that there is a great deal of excitement and interest in the potential of GPTs to revolutionise a wide range of industries.

ChatGPT Plus users waitlist

The ChatGPT Plus subscription offers users access to advanced features like GPT-4 Turbo and custom GPTs, which have been met with great enthusiasm from the developer community. However, the recent spike in demand has put a strain on OpenAI's infrastructure, prompting the company to temporarily halt new sign-ups.

we are pausing new ChatGPT Plus sign-ups for a bit :(

the surge in usage post devday has exceeded our capacity and we want to make sure everyone has a great experience.

you can still sign-up to be notified within the app when subs reopen.— Sam Altman (@sama) November 15, 2023

Interested users who wish to access ChatGPT Plus can join the waitlist to receive notifications when sign-ups resume. In the meantime, they can continue using the free version of ChatGPT.

The advent of GPTs has unleashed a multitude of possibilities across various domains, including graphic design tools like Canva and personalised language models. OpenAI remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering the growth of the GPT ecosystem and empowering developers to craft innovative solutions.

Acknowledging the increasing demand for GPTs, OpenAI is actively working to scale its infrastructure, ensuring that ChatGPT Plus can consistently deliver a seamless user experience. The company expresses confidence in its ability to resume new sign-ups in the near future, underscoring its ongoing efforts to support and sustain the expanding realm of GPT applications.