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Google Ends Free Gemini Access

Google is restricting free access to its Gemini AI models, specifically targeting Flash and Pro versions for non-paying users. As of October 9, these limitations have taken effect, marking a significant shift in the company's free tier availability.

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    Google is about to remove free access to Gemini Flash and Pro

    Google is about to remove free access to Gemini Flash and Pro Starting on October 9th, anyone using Google Gemini on a free plan will be limited to the Flash Lite model. Free users can currently…

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  2. Marketing & Small Businessnew

    Google restricts Gemini model access for free and AI Plus users starting October 9

    AI Plus subscribers will lose access to the Gemini Pro model but retain Flash and Flash-Lite, with notifications sent via email. AI Pro and AI Ultra users will retain access to all three models and…

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