Sora AI Sign Up — Get Started with OpenAI’s Text-to-Video Revolution
Join the future of video creation with Sora AI, OpenAI’s breakthrough system that transforms text prompts into stunning, photorealistic videos — now with synchronized dialogue, sound effects, and motion realism.
With Sora 2, creators can generate entire scenes, storyboards, and cinematic shots in seconds — no camera or editing software required.
Signing up is simple:
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Create or log in to your OpenAI account.
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Subscribe to ChatGPT Plus / Pro for early access.
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Visit the official Sora AI page or download the Sora 2 App (iOS first).
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Request an invite or join the waitlist to unlock access in your region.
Once approved, you can start generating videos instantly — from product demos and ads to music videos and cinematic shorts.
Experience the next evolution in generative media — sign up for Sora AI today and turn your ideas into reality.
1. Prerequisites & checks
Before trying to sign up, verify:
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You have an OpenAI account (email + password or via single sign-on).
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You are eligible for or subscribed to ChatGPT Plus / Pro (if Sora is gated behind paid access in your region).
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The Sora app or feature is available in your region (some countries may not yet be supported).
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Your device (iOS, Android, or web) is compatible.
2. Sign-Up / Access Steps (General Flow)
Here’s a typical path for many users:
Step |
What to Do |
Notes / Region Caveats |
1. Log in to OpenAI / ChatGPT |
Go to openai.com → log in |
Use the same account you intend to use for Sora |
2. Confirm subscription |
Ensure you have ChatGPT Plus / Pro (or upgrade) |
In many regions, Sora access is unlocked for paid users |
3. Visit Sora page / tool |
Through OpenAI’s site (e.g. openai.com/sora) or Sora 2 app |
The UI will show “get access” or “join” if available |
4. Request / redeem invite |
If Sora is invite-based, enter a code or join a waitlist |
Some existing users may have invite codes to share |
5. Download / install app |
For Sora 2, download from your app store (iOS initially) |
In unsupported countries, the app may not show; use web version (if allowed) |
6. Complete onboarding steps |
Accept terms, verify identity, set up your profile |
You might be required to verify phone/email or consent to terms |
7. Start using Sora AI |
Enter prompts, adjust settings, generate your first video |
Some features may remain limited until you gain full access |
3. Country / Region Tips & Workarounds
Because Sora is rolling out gradually, certain countries have restrictions. Here’s how people are navigating:
Scenario |
Tip / Workaround |
Risk & Caution |
Sora not available in your country |
Use a VPN to appear from a supported country (e.g. U.S.) |
May violate terms of service; could lead to access restriction |
App not showing in your App Store (iOS) |
Switch your Apple ID region (temporarily) to one where Sora is available |
Apple may restrict region switching; be careful with subscription & local apps |
No web access / blocked |
Use web version (if OpenAI allows) via browser or incognito mode |
Browser version may lack full features |
Invite codes sold or shared |
Ask trusted users or official communities (Discord, forums) for invites — avoid paying for codes |
Many invite resales violate OpenAI’s policies |
Access temporarily disabled |
Monitor updates from OpenAI / official channels — signup may reopen later |
Patience required during phased rollouts |
4. Example Walkthrough (Hypothetical for Many Regions)
Let me walk you through a likely example:
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You have an OpenAI account and subscribe to ChatGPT Plus.
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You go to openai.com/sora (or via ChatGPT UI) → see a “Join Sora” or “Get Early Access” button.
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If invite-only, you paste your invite code. Otherwise, click “Enable Sora.”
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Download Sora 2 app (iOS) in the App Store in regions where it’s supported.
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Launch the app, allow permissions, and complete onboarding (profile, settings).
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You now see the prompt input; enter text instructions to generate video + audio.
5. What to Do If You Can’t Sign Up (Right Now)
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Wait for regional rollout. Many users see “coming soon” or “not available in your region.”
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Join OpenAI / Sora waitlists or updates. Follow official announcements.
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Engage with communities. Reddit, Discord, or Facebook groups often share invite codes or access tips (but be cautious).
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Check alternative access paths. In some places, Sora’s video generation is being integrated into other platforms (e.g., Bing’s video generator using Sora tech).
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