Ever wondered if you could get ChatGPT Plus without paying? The answer is simpler than you think: just ask! Companies love helping people genuinely interested in their technology. If you have a valid reason and approach them correctly, you might just get lucky.
The Power of Cold Emails
I’ve sent multiple cold emails to different companies, and to my surprise, some of them actually replied. One of those responses was from OpenAI, and guess what? They granted me six months of ChatGPT Plus for free!
My Email to OpenAI
Here’s the exact email I sent to OpenAI:
Subject: Request for Extended Access to Advanced Voice Feature
Dear OpenAI Team,
I hope this email reaches you in great spirits. My name is Sneh Patel, and I am a student exploring the transformative capabilities of artificial intelligence. I am an avid user of OpenAI’s tools, dedicating 2-3 hours daily to understanding their functionality, researching different AI technologies, and sharing my experiences through my recently launched blog.
I recently explored the Advanced Voice feature and found it incredibly innovative. However, due to my current situation as a student, I am unable to upgrade to the Plus version to fully leverage this feature. I kindly request extended access to the Advanced Voice feature beyond the monthly limit. This would greatly aid my research and content creation, allowing me to showcase AI’s potential to a wider audience.
I am truly amazed by OpenAI’s contributions and hope to actively support and promote your innovations through my blog and social platforms. Thank you for your time and consideration, and I look forward to your response.
Warm regards,
Sneh Patel
[publishers-feedback@openai.com]
The Response I Got
After a month, I received this reply:
Hi Sneh,
I’m Rohit on the ChatGPT team. Apologies for the delayed response here.
Thank you for reaching out and for your kind words—we truly appreciate your enthusiasm and dedication to exploring AI technology.
I’m pleased to share that I’ve set up your account with 6 months of ChatGPT Plus access. I hope this helps you continue your work with fewer limitations.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance. We’d love to hear about your experiences and insights as you continue to explore and share your journey with AI.
Best,
Rohit, ChatGPT Team
What You Need to Do
- Be Genuine – Companies won’t just give you free access if you don’t have a compelling reason.
- Explain Why You Need It – The free version of ChatGPT is already powerful. If you’re asking for Plus, make sure you have a strong reason.
- Reach Out to the Right Email – In OpenAI’s case, I reached out to
publishers-feedback@openai.com. Find the appropriate contact for the company you’re emailing. - Write a Clear and Polite Email – Keep it professional yet friendly. Show your enthusiasm and explain how the access will help you.
- Follow Up If Needed – If you don’t get a reply in a week or two, send a polite follow-up.
Try This for Other Companies
This method isn’t just for OpenAI. If you need access to premium features of other AI tools, try sending cold emails to their support or partnerships team. Many companies are open to helping students, researchers, or content creators.
Need any tips or want help crafting your cold email?
Contact me at sneh@ovrlzy.com—I’d be happy to help!
So, stop overthinking it and just ask. You never know what opportunities might come your way!
