OpenAI has launched ChatGPT-5, the latest upgrade that offers faster responses, deeper understanding, and stronger capabilities compared to earlier versions. For cross-border eCommerce, global brands, and SaaS providers, ChatGPT is no longer just a chatbot. It has become a powerful AI-driven customer service solution that improves efficiency across teams.
Even better, ChatGPT Team is now available for just $1 for the first month, making it an affordable entry point for businesses.
This blog will guide you through how to register for a ChatGPT account, what you need to prepare, how to top up, and the practical applications of ChatGPT-5 in customer service scenarios, helping you easily embark on a new AI experience!
✅ Can You Use ChatGPT Without an Account?
Yes! ChatGPT now allows a no-login experience. By choosing “Stay Logged Out” on the official site, you can: ✅ Access ChatGPT without an account ✅ Skip the login process ✅ Start chatting instantly!
⚠️ Limitations of no-login mode:
However, usage without logging in has limitations. For example, chat history cannot be saved, the model used is GPT-4o mini, and file or image uploads are not supported.
Therefore, if you want to experience more advanced models or use ChatGPT long-term, it is recommended to register a ChatGPT account.
📁 What You Need Before Registering ChatGPT
Before signing up, prepare the following:
🌐 A network that can access ChatGPT
✉️ An international email (Gmail or Outlook recommended). Gmail is preferred because it’s free, reliable, and offers broader functionality. If Gmail registration fails, Outlook is a good backup.
✉️ How to Create a Gmail Account
Since ChatGPT requires an email, Gmail is the first choice. Steps to register:
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Fill in your name, birthday, username, and password
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Enter your phone number for verification (Chinese numbers may not work, alternatives include SMS platforms or purchasing a Gemini-linked account)
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Complete verification to finish registration
⚠️ Note: SaleSmartly does not recommend or endorse third-party platforms.
✉️ How to Create an Outlook Account
If Gmail registration fails, you can try Outlook. Outlook does not require mobile number verification, making registration simpler. The steps are as follows:
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Visit Outlook Signup: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/outlook/email-and-calendar-software-microsoft-outlook and select Create Free Account
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Choose your email name
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Set your password, country (e.g., US), and age (18+)
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Complete the CAPTCHA and registration is done
🤖 How to Register a ChatGPT Account
Once your email is ready:
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Click Sign Up Free
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Register using your Google or Microsoft account
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Verify your email and complete basic details
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Start using ChatGPT immediately
❓ ChatGPT-5 Plans: Free vs Plus vs Team vs Pro
Here’s how ChatGPT plans compare: At just $1 for the first month, the ChatGPT Team plan offers excellent value, especially for businesses needing AI-powered collaboration tools.
Features |
Free (Logged-in) |
Plus ($20/mo) |
Team ($30/user/mo) |
Pro ($200/mo) |
Multimodal (image/voice/file) |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
File upload & analysis |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
Save conversation history |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
Usage limits |
~30–40 msgs / 3h |
~80 msgs / 3h |
~100 msgs / 3h |
Unlimited |
Context length |
~8K tokens |
Up to 128K |
Longer |
Longest & most stable |
Custom GPTs |
❌ |
✅ |
✅ + Shared |
✅ + Shared |
Plugins / Search / Code Interpreter |
❌ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
Team collaboration |
❌ |
❌ |
✅ |
✅ |
Central billing/permissions |
❌ |
❌ |
✅ |
✅ |
❓ How to Get ChatGPT-5 Team for $1
1. Make sure you are a new ChatGPT user
2. Visit the Official $1 Promo Page: https://chatgpt.com/?promo_campaign=team1dollar#team-pricing
3. If you see “Not eligible for this promotion,” switch your IP to a US/EU region (⚠️ SaleSmartly does not provide VPN recommendations)
4. Click Get Team
5. Name your team (or use the default)
6. Select the Team plan (max 5 members included, extra users cost €34 each)
7. Pay via PayPal (supports UnionPay cards, register here: https://www.paypal.com/c2/webapps/mpp/consumer?locale.x=en_C2)
8. ⚠️ Important: The $1 offer is valid only for the first month. From the next billing cycle, the cost reverts to €34/user/month (about €170 for 5 users). To avoid extra charges: Cancel your subscription under Profile > Workspace Settings > Billing > Manage license > Cancel Subscription.
Also, unbind ChatGPT from PayPal to avoid unexpected charges.
✅ How Businesses Use ChatGPT-5 for Customer Service
ChatGPT-5 combines all previous advancements, making it one of the most powerful AI models for customer service automation. Key benefits for support teams:
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Handles complex queries with higher accuracy
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Maintains multi-turn conversations seamlessly
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More natural, human-like communication
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Multilingual and cross-cultural support
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Faster response speed for improved efficiency
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Deep workflow and process integration
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Emotion detection and risk alerts
Within SaleSmartly’s HelpKnow.ai, powered by ChatGPT-5.0, AI support can:
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Detect customer emotions and context (complaints, urgency, confusion)
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Identify intent (refunds, shipping, payments, account issues)
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Retrieve or generate the most relevant responses instantly
🎯 Conclusion
Registering and recharging ChatGPT in China may require a few extra steps, but the process is straightforward once you have the right tools. After setup, you’ll gain access to ChatGPT’s full AI capabilities.
For cross-border businesses, integrating ChatGPT into your customer service system can dramatically increase team productivity. With SaleSmartly already connected to ChatGPT-5.0, your support operations can scale faster and smarter.
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