OpenAI Tests Ads in ChatGPT Beta
OpenAI appears ready to add ads to ChatGPT. A leak from the Android app beta shows code for an “ads feature,” according to BleepingComputer’s report on November 29, 2025.
Code Hints at Search-Focused Ads
Tibor Blaho found the clues in ChatGPT Android app version 1.2025.329 beta. Strings mention “ads feature,” “bazaar content,” “search ad,” and “search ads carousel.” BleepingComputer notes ads will likely stick to ChatGPT’s search function at first.
Personalization and Privacy Angle
These ads could pull from your chat history for targeting, unless you disable memory. ChatGPT has stayed ad-free so far, even with paid plans—no product pushes or banners.
Shift for AI Money-Making
- Ends the fully free, clean experience.
- Opens new ways to cash in on AI traffic.
- Might ripple through online ads and publisher revenue.
BleepingComputer calls it a potential web economy changer. OpenAI’s release notes show other commerce features like Instant Checkout. Story still developing.
