GPT Image 2

Model at OpenAI

Retiring

Takes effect Feb 10, 2027 · in 90 days

GPT Image 2 is deprecated and shuts down in the API on February 10, 2027

The gpt-image-2 model and its 2026-04-21 snapshot will be removed from the API on February 10, 2027. OpenAI recommends gpt-image-2.6-sunburst or gpt-image-2.6-flare as replacements.

Who is affected:
Developers who call GPT Image 2 through the API for image generation will lose access on the shutdown date.
Suggested next step:
Move image generation calls to gpt-image-2.6-sunburst or gpt-image-2.6-flare before February 10, 2027.

Source

"The gpt-image-2 model and gpt-image-2-2026-04-21 snapshot are deprecated and will be removed from the API on February 10, 2027."

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