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ChatGPT limits feel inconsistent or tighter

This is often caused by:

  • per-model 3-hour caps
  • peak-traffic throttling
  • plan-tier differences
ChatGPT DRIFT SIGNALstable

ChatGPT has stayed stable, with minimal changes to its limits over time.

  1. Feb 2026

    Ads introduced on Free/Go

    policyImpact Medium · source
  2. Sep 2025

    Plus 3-hour cap doubled after backlash

    technicalImpact Medium · source
  3. Aug 2025

    New per-model 3-hour caps at GPT-5 launch

    technicalImpact Medium · source
Stable

Low recent constraint volatility — few meaningful restrictions in the last 12 months.

Is this new? ChatGPT has been relatively stable over the last 90 days.
Last verified: 2026-06-06
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