When is gpt-image-2-2026-04-21 retired?
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gpt-image-2-2026-04-21 on OpenAI is scheduled to shut down on Feb 10, 2027.
Replacement: gpt-image-2.6-sunburst or gpt-image-2.6-flare
| Provider (API) | OpenAI |
|---|---|
| Model ID | gpt-image-2-2026-04-21 |
| Deprecation announced | Nov 10, 2026 |
| Shutdown date | Feb 10, 2027 |
| Section on source page | 2026-11-10: GPT Image 2 |
| Source | https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/deprecations |
| Last checked | 2026-11-10T21:49:15+00:00 |
Last checked 2026-11-10 · Source · Markdown · JSON
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