What’s going on with ChatGPT weekly and lifetime plans?
Also—are those OpenAI bankruptcy rumors true or just Twitter drama with a side of Elon?
Let’s break it down like you’re five… but with Wi-Fi.
So… Can I Pay Weekly or Forever?
Short answer: No.
Longer answer: Not yet—but it’s in the app code.
People found hidden labels like “Weekly Plan” and “Lifetime Plan” inside the ChatGPT app (May 2025 update). But they’re not visible in your settings. No pricing. No buttons. Just ghost features.
It’s probably something OpenAI is testing, but hasn’t launched.
Why Would They Even Do That?
Let’s be honest:
Some people just want GPT for a weekend cram session
Others dream of a “one-time pay, use forever” deal
OpenAI might be trying to cash in fast, while still keeping new models gated behind newer, shinier paywalls
It’s the classic “give them a little, then upsell them later” move.
Bankruptcy? Really?
This part’s wild. Here’s what people are saying vs what’s actually happening:
Rumor 
Reality
“They’re burning $5B a year!” Yes, but they just hit $10B annual revenue. That’s like setting fire to money and then replacing it with a dump truck full of more money.
“OpenAI will collapse by 2028.” They’re raising $40B from SoftBank at a $300B valuation. You don’t give that kind of money to a company about to die.
“GPU costs are killing them.” They’re moving to Google TPUs and Azure, and even scored a $200M U.S. government deal.
So What’s Actually True?
Yes, they’re testing weekly and lifetime plans—just not public yet
Yes, running ChatGPT costs a fortune
No, they’re not broke—just dramatic
Yes, people will still keep asking if GPT-5 will come with free therapy
What Should You Keep an Eye On?
App updates: If you see “Weekly Plan” in your ChatGPT billing menu, it’s happening.
New pricing pages: Lifetime plans need special refund policies—they can’t hide forever.
Funding news: If that $40B deal falls apart, then start sweating.
Final Thought
You: “I paid for life!”
OpenAI: “Yes. And life comes at you fast.”
#StillOnTheFreePlan #LifetimeMeansUntilTuesday #GPT4oOrBust
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