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Google Bard is out now in its beta version, so it’s no wonder that users are wondering if Google Bard is free. Don’t worry, though, we’ve got the answers.
Google Bard is the new Google AI chat bot. Advertised as an assistant to help users get started on writing and other tasks, Bard promises to be an interesting addition to the AI landscape. In their introductory blog post Google characterises Bard as a ‘launchpad for curiosity’ that could help you plan a party, or compare films. It’s no wonder then that users want to know if they have to pay to use this exciting software.
Let’s find out.
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Is Google Bard free?
In short, yes. Google Bard is free.
For users in the U.S. and U.K., if you have a Google account and a supported browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Opera, or Edgium) then Google Bard is free to sign up to the waitlist for and receive access.
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Nevertheless, we can see why some people were concerned that Bard might not have been free, as OpenAI has recently released their update on ChatGPT named GPT-4 that is only accessible to those with a ChatGPT Plus subscription which is a paid service. But Google doesn’t seem to have used this as a precedent and, at the time of writing, Google Bard is free. Furthermore, there has been no indication from Google that this is likely to change.
Bear in mind, though, that Google Bard is in its Beta testing stage right now so features of Google Bard that we see now may not continue as the software continues to grow and develop.
If you were curious to know more about the new Google AI, Google Bard, then we’ve got you covered. Watch this space for more news in the AI and gaming world!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use Google Bard?
Users based in the U.S. or U.K. can sign up to the waitlist using a supported browser. Once on the waitlist you should receive an access invitation via email.
What language is Google Bard?
At the time of writing, Google Bard can only generate responses in American English, however Google has announced that they are working to expand the language capability of their AI.