Keep GPT-4o after OpenAI removal. A solution for your business.
- Feb 1
- 3 min read
Updated: Feb 12
OpenAI is retiring GPT-4o from ChatGPT on February 13, 2026. If you’ve been using it daily whether for content, coaching, customer support, ideation, or just a better conversation you’re about to lose access through the regular ChatGPT interface.
But here’s the good news: GPT-4o is still available via API.
We can build you a custom, private connection and keep it running.
This is a new offering we’ve launched specifically for users and teams who want to keep using GPT-4o after the interface removal.
What’s Actually Happening on February 13?
OpenAI is removing the following models from ChatGPT:
GPT-4o
GPT-4.1
GPT-4.1 mini
o4-mini
These models will no longer be selectable in the ChatGPT interface. However, they are not being removed from the API, which means developers and technical users can still connect to them manually and keep GPT-4o running after OpenAI removal through a private connection. You just need the right backend setup. That’s where we come in and are able to keep GPT-4o after OpenAI removal using OpenAI´s API connection.
With our New GPT-4o Integration Service
and keep GPT-4o after OpenAI removal.
We now offer a done-for-you service that keeps GPT-4o active and accessible, even after it’s retired from ChatGPT. You get:
A secure API connection to GPT-4o through OpenAI
A custom-built assistant that matches your tone, goals, and use case
Optional grounding in your content (documents, knowledge base, CMS, site copy)
Integration into your website, member portal, or internal tools
Full setup, testing, and support—no tech skills required
Continued GPT-4o usage with no platform disruption
Who This Is For
This is ideal for:
Teams who built workflows or products around GPT-4o
Creators who prefer its tone and style
Agencies who need consistency across clients
Educators and coaches who use it for content or lesson planning
Writers and strategists who rely on it for ideation
Anyone who still prefers GPT-4o over GPT-5.x
Why People Still Prefer GPT-4o
Despite newer models, GPT-4o stands out for:
A more natural and human tone
Less rigidity than GPT-5.1 or GPT-5.2
Strong performance in idea generation, storytelling, and content drafting
A collaborative “feel” that’s hard to replicate in newer versions
For some users, GPT-4o isn’t just a tool—it’s part of their creative flow or business process. If that’s you, we can preserve that experience.
How We Make It Happen -
We Keep GPT-4o after OpenAI removal.
Our process is simple and secure:
Consultation to understand your goals and use case
Backend setup for GPT-4o API connection (server-side)
Prompt and tone design to match your brand or personal style
Optional knowledge grounding (so it answers with your actual info)
Interface integration (your site, dashboard, member area, or standalone)
Testing, feedback, and handoff or ongoing support
You don’t need to write code. We handle the full setup.
Technical Notes (for Developers)
API calls route securely via OpenAI’s platform
Supports streaming, functions, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
Can connect to Notion, Airtable, Google Docs, or custom databases
Deployable in Velo, Next.js, Node, Python, or no-code wrappers
Options for session memory, access control, logs, and throttling
Private key managed via Wix Secrets Manager, environment vars, or vaults
If you’re a developer and want us to consult or hand off the setup, we can do that too.
Keep GPT-4o Alive - Before It’s Gone for Good
ChatGPT is retiring GPT-4o from the frontend, but that doesn’t mean you have to give it up.
If you want a stable, private GPT-4o assistant for your work, website, or content, we’ll build it for you. It’s fast to set up, completely under your control, and won’t break when ChatGPT updates again.
Sarah A. Sherman
Founder · Strategic Partner
Builder of what comes next.
illustrated domain
m: +1 (408) 335 7378
About the Author Sarah A. Sherman is the founder of Illustrated Domain, a strategy-led digital agency recognized for helping brands thrive in a rapidly shifting search landscape. With 30+ years of experience spanning finance, film, and global nonprofit leadership, her work blends creative clarity with systems thinking. she now advises high-impact businesses navigate the intersection of AI search, SEO, and digital trust—building not just traffic, but reputational equity that endures.
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