ChatGPT
OpenAI's conversational assistant — the tool that started the mainstream AI wave, strong at writing, analysis, and images.
What it does
ChatGPT is OpenAI's flagship assistant for chat, writing, coding, data analysis, and image generation. The free tier now includes capable models, web browsing, and limited image generation. Plus and Pro unlock the most advanced reasoning models, higher limits, and features like advanced voice and deep research. It's a versatile generalist that most attendees will have heard of already.
Best for, in an NCW context
- Educators: generate differentiated reading passages, draft IEP goal language (then review every line), or build a quiz with an answer key.
- SMB owners: write job descriptions, analyze a CSV of expenses, or generate product photos for a listing.
- Community leaders: draft a grant narrative, turn a survey into talking points, or brainstorm event names.
How to install & use it
The web link always works — it’s the universal way in. Native apps are optional.
Get set up
The AiGovOps Foundation 90-second guide — the tool, what’s cool, and the rules.
Pricing tiers
| Tier | What you get | Price | Promo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | GPT-class model, browsing, limited image gen, voice | $0 | — |
| Plus | Advanced models, higher limits, deep research, advanced voice | ~$20/mo | AIGOVOPS |
| Pro | Highest limits & most capable reasoning models | ~$200/mo | AIGOVOPS |
🎟️Try promo code AIGOVOPS at checkout
Many of the tools we showcase will recognize the code for additional credits or trial extensions when entered in the promo code box. Always test the code — some tools rotate their promotional offers, but ours work most consistently for AI Expo attendees.
The Data Cost of “Free”
Remember: when a tool is free, you’re often paying with your data.
Free AI tools generally train on your prompts, your uploads, your edits, and your usage patterns. That’s the trade. Before pasting in customer info, student records, IEP drafts, or anything else you wouldn’t email to a stranger — flip to a paid tier (which usually offers a “do not train on my data” toggle), use the tool’s enterprise tenant if your org has one, or use a free tier with non-sensitive content only.
The AiGovOps 3 Rules apply here
- Never paste private data into a free tool
- Two-eyes rule on outputs
- Keep the receipts
Get every installer
The Lab Tools download bundle
Mac, Windows, iOS & Android download links for all 16 tools, grouped by platform — one page.