GPT Image 2 Rollout Status — April 2026
Current rollout status of GPT Image 2 across ChatGPT plans, the OpenAI API, and third-party integrations. Last reviewed April 2026.
GPT Image 2 is publicly documented by OpenAI with the model ID gpt-image-2 and snapshot gpt-image-2-2026-04-21. As of April 2026, API access is available through qualifying paid OpenAI API usage tiers. ChatGPT availability can differ by plan, region, and rollout wave, so treat API documentation and ChatGPT product access as separate surfaces.
Key Points
- OpenAI API model ID: gpt-image-2.
- Pinned snapshot: gpt-image-2-2026-04-21.
- OpenAI API free tier: not supported in the current GPT Image 2 model limit table.
- OpenAI API paid tiers: Tier 1 through Tier 5 list increasing TPM and IPM limits.
- ChatGPT access may differ from API access and can vary by plan or rollout state.
- Third-party integrations: availability depends on each platform's own integration timeline and is independent of OpenAI's direct rollout.
- Enterprise / custom-deployment status: governed by individual agreements with OpenAI.
- Rollout can pause or be gated during high-demand periods; check OpenAI status and your own account dashboard before promising availability to customers.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did GPT Image 2 launch?
OpenAI's current model documentation lists GPT Image 2 with the snapshot gpt-image-2-2026-04-21. Use that official snapshot date when you need a stable citation for API availability and versioning.
Is GPT Image 2 available to ChatGPT Free users?
ChatGPT plan access is separate from API tier access. The API model page marks the free API tier as not supported for GPT Image 2. For ChatGPT Free, check the current ChatGPT interface and plan documentation for your account.
Why can't I see GPT Image 2 in my ChatGPT account?
Possible reasons include: your account is on a plan that does not yet have access, you are in a region with restricted availability, or a temporary access limit is in effect. Signing in to chat.openai.com and checking available models is the most reliable way to confirm.
How do I stay updated on rollout changes?
OpenAI announces major changes on their blog (openai.com/blog) and via in-app notifications. You can also subscribe to updates on this site for curated summaries of access and pricing changes.