Guide: How to Access ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode in Geo-Blocked Countries
If you’re in a country where ChatGPT’s advanced voice mode is geo-blocked (like me, I’m from the Czech Republic), don’t worry—there’s a way around it. By using a reliable VPN, you can access the feature just like in the USA. I’ve been doing this daily with ExpressVPN New York, and it works like a charm.
Here’s how you can do it:
Step 1:
First, download a reliable VPN. Some VPN providers are banned and won’t work with OpenAI, but these do: NordVPN, Surfshark, or ExpressVPN. Personally, I use ExpressVPN New York.
Step 2:
Set your VPN to a location in the USA (New York works well for me).
Step 3:
Open the ChatGPT app, create a new chat with GPT-4o, and start a voice call. You’ll know you have advanced voice mode when the ChatGPT circle avatar turns blue.
Troubleshooting:
- It’s still not working.
It’s not always about VPN connection issues, but rather that this VPN workaround for geo-blocks doesn't work 100% perfectly in the ChatGPT app. Try keeping the VPN on, then uninstall and reinstall the app, and give it another go.
- Tried reinstalling, still no luck.
Sometimes it takes a few tries. Kill the app, reopen it, and keep trying. It’s not foolproof, but with patience, it usually works. This method has been working for me daily! If anyone else is trying to bypass geo-blocks, feel free to ask questions or share your own tips.
Hope it helps 🤞🏼