ChatGPT has officially introduced global group chats, opening the door for collaborative discussions where both humans and AI can participate at the same time. Instead of interacting with AI alone, users can now engage in shared conversations with multiple people — and call on ChatGPT whenever needed.
What’s New
- Group chats are now available to all ChatGPT users, including Free, Go, Plus, and Pro tiers.
- Each conversation can include up to 20 participants.
- Everyone maintains their own privacy — personal chat histories and memory settings remain separate.
- Users can join via direct invitation or by accepting a shared link.
How It Works
Starting a group chat is simple: choose participants, assign each user a name or profile identity, and launch the conversation. If new members are added later, ChatGPT creates a fresh conversation, so the original chat stays intact.
During group discussions, ChatGPT can be “called in” by tagging it — and the AI will respond when asked, helping with information, ideas, summaries, and more. It can even use emojis and profile references to keep the tone friendly and natural. 
Why This Matters
This feature transforms ChatGPT from a solo assistant into a shared collaboration platform. It’s particularly helpful for:
- Planning travel or group events
- Brainstorming creative ideas
- Working through business planning and strategy
- Doing shared research or comparisons
- Helping groups make decisions together
This rollout signals a bigger vision — AI as a group collaborator rather than just an individual tool. And according to OpenAI, this is just the start of a broader shift toward social and collective AI-driven experiences.
