OpenAI Tests New "Pay to Reset" ChatGPT Quota

Some ChatGPT Plus users are seeing a new option to pay to reset their usage quota. A Reddit user on the $20 monthly plan reported a black "pay $8 to reset" button after hitting their weekly usage limit. Here's the thing: This feature was not formally announced. OpenAI previously introduced banked Codex resets for eligible Plus and Pro users, including a free reset at launch. A full reset renews a user's weekly quota and eliminates a typical five-hour waiting period. An OpenAI spokesperson confirmed the company is exploring ways for users to buy additional usage. This $8 option could be a significant saving for professional plans, which can cost $25 to $50 a week. The bottom line: This move by OpenAI, along with other recent freebies, aims to encourage heavier usage and potentially sway users from competitors like Anthropic.