OpenAI has temporarily removed the restrictions on your usage limits for ChatGPT Work and Codex.

      The 5-hour limit has been lifted for now, your usage counter has been reset, and GPT 5.6 Sol is set to be much lighter on your allowance.

      It appears that OpenAI has been quite active lately, with new updates being released frequently. Just a few days ago, the company introduced its GPT-5.6 Sol, Terra, and Luna models to the public, and they are now back with another update that will further delight users.

      The main change is the temporary removal of the 5-hour usage limit restriction in ChatGPT Work and Codex for all Plus, Business, and Pro plans. If you've ever found yourself in the middle of a lengthy session only to be interrupted by the limit notification, this update is for you.

      The crucial word here is "temporarily," so consider this a temporary respite rather than a lasting modification.

      What’s going on with GPT 5.6 Sol?

      The second update pertains to efficiency. OpenAI is implementing adjustments that will enhance the efficiency of GPT 5.6 Sol overall, which should result in reduced usage for the same tasks. In simpler terms, you should be able to achieve more with less usage than before.

      The last 48 hours of Codex and ChatGPT Work have been eventful! Three significant updates:– The temporary removal of the 5-hour usage limit for all Plus, Business, and Pro plans– Efficiency improvements for GPT 5.6 Sol…— Tibo (@thsottiaux) July 12, 2026

      The company hasn't yet provided any specific figures. In a post on X, Tibo, a Member of Technical Staff at OpenAI, mentioned that the exact impact is still being measured and will be communicated later, so it's unclear if this is a minor adjustment or a substantial enhancement.

      Is your usage counter resetting to zero?

      The third piece of news is one you will notice right away. OpenAI is resetting the usage counter shortly after the announcement, allowing your counter to start anew. If you had already exceeded your allowance today, this is a welcome surprise.

      Combining the temporarily lifted limit with these efficiency upgrades means you're looking at the most generous version of ChatGPT Work and Codex we've seen in some time. The only uncertainty is how long this opportunity will last.

      Rachit is an experienced tech journalist with over ten years of experience in the consumer technology sector.

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      You can try Claude Fable 5 for free — but don’t delay too long.

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