Prepare for ChatGPT’s older voice modes to retire
OpenAI will retire Advanced and Standard voice on December 11, 2026. After that date, previous selections default to GPT-Live. Existing conversations remain in history, while live video and screen sharing continue using Advanced voice until GPT-Live supports them.
Source checked Nov 11, 2026
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EDITORIAL TAKEAWAY
Try GPT-Live with a familiar voice task before December 11. If the older voice style matters to your workflow, note the differences now and export any eligible conversation data you want to keep outside ChatGPT.
Before you try it
- Advanced and Standard voice remain selectable during the transition period.
- On December 11, 2026, those choices leave Settings > Voice and previous selections default to GPT-Live.
- Existing conversations remain in ChatGPT history and can continue in text or voice.
- Voice in custom GPTs continues using Advanced voice until the same December 11 deprecation.
- Live video and screen sharing continue using Advanced voice until GPT-Live gains those capabilities.
A small next step
Our suggested way to explore the change.
- Open Settings > Voice and confirm which voice mode you currently use.
- Repeat one familiar conversation with GPT-Live before December 11.
- Note any differences that matter for interruptions, pacing or detailed answers.
- Request an eligible ChatGPT data export if you need an external copy of prior conversations.
Go to the source
OpenAI · Retiring Advanced and Standard Voice in ChatGPT ↗OpenAI · ChatGPT release notes ↗Availability can change. Check the maker's current requirements before making a decision.