Open a chat
Launch the app and start a new conversation or open an existing one. Voice works within any chat.
Talk to it
ChatGPT voice mode, explained.
Voice is one of the best reasons to use ChatGPT on a phone. You can speak naturally and hear spoken replies — turn-based with standard voice, or free-flowing and interruptible with Advanced Voice. This guide covers how to start a voice chat, choosing a voice, hands-free use, languages, plan limits and what happens to your audio.
Standard vs Advanced
Two flavors of voice
Both let you talk instead of type, but they feel different. Here's how they compare — availability of each depends on your plan, region and version.
| Aspect | Standard voice | Advanced Voice |
|---|---|---|
| Feel | Turn-based: speak, then hear a reply | Natural, real-time back-and-forth |
| Interrupt | Limited | You can cut in and redirect |
| Tone | Reads the reply aloud | More expressive delivery |
| Availability | Broadly available | Often capped or plan-gated |
Independent guide, not affiliated with OpenAI. Confirm current voice options and limits in the app and on OpenAI's help center.
Get talking
How to start a voice chat
Voice is only a couple of taps away. The first time, you'll grant microphone access; after that it's instant.
Tap the voice icon
Look for the voice icon near the message box or in a corner of the chat, and tap it to enter voice mode.
Allow the microphone
Grant microphone permission the first time. You can revoke or re-grant it later in your phone's system settings.
Speak naturally
Talk and pause, and ChatGPT replies aloud. With Advanced Voice you can interrupt and steer the conversation in real time.
Choose a voice
Open voice settings to preview and switch between the built-in voices. Names and choices change over time and by region.
End and review
Tap the end button to return to text. The app keeps a transcript in your history, so you can revisit anything you discussed.
On the go
Hands-free, in the car, and other languages
Voice shines when your hands are busy. A few practical notes on driving, in-car systems, languages and privacy.
CarPlay & Android Auto
You can use voice hands-free by starting a session and speaking, but full CarPlay or Android Auto integration is limited and varies. Treat it as a phone feature and drive safely, following local laws.
Languages
Voice understands and speaks many languages and can often switch mid-chat. Quality varies by language and accent, and Advanced Voice may cover a different set than standard voice.
Plan limits
Standard voice is broadly available; Advanced Voice is often capped or expanded on paid plans, with limits that change over time. Check your plan in the app for current allowances.
Privacy
Voice is processed on OpenAI's servers, and audio or transcripts may be used to improve the service unless you opt out. Review data controls, avoid sensitive details, and delete transcripts you don't want kept.
Voice not starting or cutting out? See the fixes guide for microphone and connection troubleshooting. For more ways to use voice day to day, our tips & tricks and features tour go further, and new users can start with the download guide.
FAQ
ChatGPT voice mode — questions
What is the difference between standard voice and Advanced Voice?
Standard voice converts your speech to text, generates a reply and reads it back, so it feels turn-based. Advanced Voice is a more natural, real-time mode that responds quickly, handles interruptions and can convey tone. Advanced Voice availability depends on your plan, region and app version, while standard voice is more broadly available.
How do I start a voice chat in the ChatGPT app?
Open a conversation and tap the voice icon near the message box or in the corner of the chat. Grant microphone permission the first time, then speak naturally. ChatGPT replies aloud, and when you end the session the app keeps a text transcript in your history so you can review it later.
Can I choose a different ChatGPT voice?
Yes. The app offers several preset voices you can preview and switch between in voice settings. The exact names and number of voices change over time and by region, so browse the current options in the app. You cannot upload a custom voice; you select from the built-in choices OpenAI provides.
Can I use ChatGPT voice hands-free while driving?
You can use voice mode hands-free by starting a session and speaking, which is handy on the go. However, integration with in-car systems like CarPlay or Android Auto varies and may be limited, so treat it as a phone feature rather than a full car assistant. Always prioritize safe driving and follow local laws about phone use behind the wheel.
What languages does ChatGPT voice support?
Voice mode understands and speaks many languages, and it can often switch mid-conversation. Recognition and pronunciation quality vary by language and accent, and Advanced Voice may support a different set than standard voice. For the current list and best results, test your language in the app and check OpenAI's help center.
Are there limits on voice mode by plan?
Yes. Standard voice is widely available, but Advanced Voice often comes with usage limits or is expanded on paid plans, and those limits change over time. Free users may get a taste of Advanced Voice with caps, while paid plans typically get more. Check your plan details in the app for current allowances.
Is ChatGPT voice mode private?
Voice conversations are processed on OpenAI's servers, and audio or transcripts may be used to improve the service unless you opt out in your data controls. Review the privacy and data settings in the app, avoid sharing sensitive information aloud, and remember that a text transcript of your voice chat is saved to your history unless you delete it.
Does voice mode work without an internet connection?
No. Like the rest of ChatGPT, voice mode needs an internet connection because your speech is processed on OpenAI's servers and the reply is generated there. If voice stalls or won't start, it is usually a connection issue, a permissions problem or a temporary outage rather than a fault with the voice feature itself.