Live Globally Since February 2026

Advertise Inside ChatGPT

ChatGPT Ads are live. Reach hundreds of millions of users while they're actively researching, comparing options, and making decisions — in conversation, not just search.

300M+
Weekly ChatGPT Users
Free + Go
Plans That See Ads
Global
Available Now

What Are ChatGPT Ads?

OpenAI launched advertising in ChatGPT in February 2026. Ads appear below responses as clearly labelled sponsored placements, reaching users at the exact moment they're seeking answers, comparing options, and making decisions.

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Contextual by Design

Ads match the topic of the current conversation, so your ad reaches people who are already thinking about what you offer.

Answers Stay Independent

ChatGPT's responses are never influenced by advertisers. Your ad runs separately from the answer, clearly labelled as sponsored.

A Large, Engaged Audience

ChatGPT's Free and Go plan users span hundreds of millions of people globally. They're actively seeking information, comparing products, and making decisions.

Get In While It's New

ChatGPT Ads launched in February 2026. New ad platforms consistently deliver better results and lower costs before competition catches up — the same pattern we saw with Google Ads and Facebook.

Who Sees Your ChatGPT Ads?

Understanding the audience shapes your targeting strategy and creative.

✓ SEES YOUR ADS
Free Plan Users
The largest segment — users accessing ChatGPT without a paid subscription.
Go Plan Users
Light paid tier users who still see ads within their experience.
Adults 18+
All eligible users are verified or predicted to be adults before ads are shown.
Global
Live worldwide. ChatGPT Ads launched in February 2026 and are available globally.
✗ DOES NOT SEE ADS
Plus & Pro Users
Paid subscribers at higher tiers have an ad-free experience.
Business & Enterprise
Corporate accounts are fully ad-free by design.
Temporary Chats
Ads don't appear in anonymous or temporary chat sessions.
Sensitive Topics
Health, mental health, political content — OpenAI excludes ads in these contexts.

The Bottom Line

ChatGPT's free users are actively researching, comparing, and deciding. They're doing it through conversation, not keyword searches. Your ad can appear at the exact moment that decision is being made.

Our ChatGPT Ads Management Services

We handle everything from strategy to creative to reporting, so you can focus on running your business.

Campaign Strategy

We identify the conversations your target customers are having and build a targeting strategy around them.

  • Audience and intent analysis
  • Topic targeting strategy
  • Campaign structure and goals
  • Budget allocation planning

Ad Creative and Copywriting

ChatGPT users are not passive. We write sponsored placements that fit naturally into the interface and give people a reason to click.

  • Sponsored card copy
  • Product description writing
  • CTA testing and refinement
  • Visual asset recommendations

Campaign Management

We monitor performance, adjust targeting, and refine creative on an ongoing basis based on what the data shows.

  • Daily performance monitoring
  • Bid management
  • A/B testing ad variations
  • Conversion tracking setup

Reporting and Insights

Transparent reporting on views, clicks, and downstream performance. We translate the numbers into clear recommendations.

  • Monthly performance reports
  • Click-through rate analysis
  • Cost efficiency benchmarking
  • Recommendations each month

Why Act Now?

Every major ad platform started with low competition and high reach. The window to get in early is always short.

01

Lower Costs Before Competition Arrives

New ad platforms consistently deliver cheaper clicks in their early phase. Early advertisers get better economics before demand drives costs up — the same pattern that played out with Google Ads, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

02

ChatGPT Is Where Decisions Happen

Search is shifting from Google to AI chat. People are asking ChatGPT what to buy, which service to choose, and who to hire. This is where your next customer is, right now.

03

The Platform Is Already Global

ChatGPT Ads went live worldwide in February 2026. There is no waiting period — we can get your campaigns set up and running today.

Pair ChatGPT Ads with AI Search Optimisation

ChatGPT Ads give you paid visibility inside AI conversations. Combined with our AI Search Optimisation service, you can appear in both the paid and organic results across AI platforms.

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Paid Placement

ChatGPT Ads — immediate visibility in AI conversations

2

Organic Presence

AI Search Optimisation — get cited naturally in AI answers

3

Both Together

Appear in paid and organic across the AI platforms your customers use

How ChatGPT Ads Targeting Works

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Current Conversation
Primary signal. Ads match the topic being discussed right now.
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Location and Language
Basic contextual signals to ensure regional relevance.
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Past Chats (Optional)
Users who opt into personalisation may see ads informed by their conversation history.
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No Personal Data Shared
Advertisers never receive names, emails, chat content, or personal identifiers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are ChatGPT Ads available now?
Yes. ChatGPT Ads launched globally in February 2026. We can get your campaigns set up and running today.
Do ChatGPT Ads influence what ChatGPT says?
No. OpenAI has been clear on this: ads do not influence ChatGPT's answers. Ads run on entirely separate systems from the AI model. Advertisers have no ability to shape, rank, or change responses. Ads are clearly labelled as sponsored and visually separated from the AI's answer.
What kinds of businesses can advertise on ChatGPT?
Most businesses and industries are eligible. Currently excluded are advertisers in dating, health, financial services, and politics. Consumer products, SaaS, e-commerce, professional services, and B2B companies are all well positioned to advertise.
Who actually sees ChatGPT Ads?
Ads appear for users on ChatGPT's Free and Go plans, which make up the majority of ChatGPT's global user base. Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, and Edu plan users do not see ads. Ads also don't appear in Temporary Chats or in conversations about sensitive topics like health or politics.
How are ChatGPT Ads different from Google Ads?
Google Ads target keyword searches — the user is in search mode with a specific query. ChatGPT Ads reach people mid-conversation, while they are weighing options and working through a decision. The context is often richer and the intent can be higher because the user is already engaged in an extended research process rather than a single search.
What data do advertisers receive?
Advertisers receive aggregated performance data — views, clicks, and similar metrics. No individual user data, chat content, or personal identifiers are shared. This is by design to preserve user trust.
How much does it cost to advertise on ChatGPT?
Pricing is still evolving as the platform is new. Like all new ad platforms, early advertisers typically see more favourable rates before competition increases. Get in touch and we can discuss current pricing and what budget makes sense for your goals.

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