MyGPT

The AI space is just… a lot right now, isn't it? Every other day there's a new "game-changing" tool that promises to reorganize your entire life. I’ve tested dozens of them for my work in SEO and traffic gen, and honestly, most of them feel like a solution looking for a problem. They're powerful, sure, but they're also generic. Impersonal.

I've always wanted something a bit different. Not just a chat window to a massive, faceless AI. I wanted my AI. A bot I could train, give a specific personality, and have right where I spend half my day anyway: Telegram.

So when I stumbled upon a platform called MyGPT, the tagline "It's all about the personality" really caught my eye. It claims to bridge the gap between the raw power of large language models (LLMs) and the convenience of a Telegram bot. A bold claim. Naturally, I had to see if it lived up to the hype.

So What on Earth is MyGPT Anyway?

Think of MyGPT as a connector, a matchmaker for powerful tech. It takes the brains of top-tier AI models like OpenAI's GPT-4o and Anthropic's Claude, mixes in some slick text-to-speech and image generation magic, and wraps it all up inside a Telegram bot that you control.

It’s not about building a bot from scratch with lines of Python code, which, let's be honest, is a massive barrier for most people. It's more like creating a custom character in a video game. You decide its purpose, its personality, its name, and MyGPT handles all the complicated wiring behind the scenes. You could create a bot that acts as your personal coding assistant, one that's a great listener, or even a bot that teaches you business tricks with a sarcastic wit. The choice is yours.

Getting My Hands Dirty: Creating My First Digital Sidekick

The website promises a "4-steps checkout," and I'm always skeptical of things that sound too easy. But I have to hand it to them, it was ridiculously straightforward.

You basically go to their site, pick a plan, and they guide you through the process using a bot on Telegram. It's a bit meta, using a bot to create a bot, but it works. You give them your Telegram username, complete the payment, and then you're guided to another bot, the BotFather (a classic Telegram thing for any power user), to officially create your bot's shell. You paste an API token back into the MyGPT flow, and… that's pretty much it. The whole thing took me less than ten minutes.

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Once it's live, the real fun begins. You can start fine-tuning its personality. This isn't just a gimmick. The "system prompt" or "personality" you give it dramatically changes how it responds. I made one called 'SEO-Sensei' and told it to be a "cranky but brilliant SEO veteran who hates fluff and only gives actionable, data-backed advice." The difference in its answers compared to a standard ChatGPT session was night and day. It was concise, a little bit grumpy, and incredibly useful.

The Features That Actually Matter

A tool can be easy to use, but if it's not powerful, what's the point? This is where MyGPT surprised me. It's not a toy.

The Brains of the Operation: GPT-4o and Claude

This is the big one for me. You're not stuck with one AI. You get access to a selection of the best. With the Pro plan, you get OpenAI's gpt-4o and gpt-3.5-turbo, plus Claude's 3.5 Sonnet. Anyone who's spent time with these models knows they have different strengths. GPT-4o is a creative powerhouse, great for brainstorming and generating content. Claude, in my experience, can be a bit more thoughtful and is fantastic for summarizing long documents or having more nuanced conversations. Having the ability to switch between them for your bot is a huge plus.

More Than Just Words: DALL-E 3 and Whisper

MyGPT also integrates DALL-E 3 for image generation. You can just ask your bot, "Hey, create an image of a raccoon wearing a space helmet," and a few seconds later, there it is. This is fantastic for social media content, blog post ideas, or just having a bit of fun.

It also uses Whisper for voice recognition. You can send a voice note to your bot, and it'll transcribe it and respond. The accuracy is seriously impressive, even with my less-than-perfect microphone setup and a bit of background noise. It makes interacting with your bot on the go incredibly smooth. This, combined with the neural text-to-speech, means you can have a full-blown voice conversation with your custom AI. It feels very Her, but you know, less dystopian.

It All Lives on Telegram

The choice to build this entire experience on Telegram is interesting. For me, it's a huge win. I already use Telegram for groups, channels, and communicating with clients. Having my custom AI assistant in the same app, just a tap away, is incredibly convenient. No new app to download, no new interface to learn.

However, I know for some, this might be a drawback. If your entire workflow is in Slack or Discord, you might feel a bit left out. It's a walled garden, but it's a very functional and well-populated garden.

So, How Much Does This All Cost?

Let's talk money. Nothing's ever truly free, especially when you're tapping into expensive AI models. MyGPT runs on a subscription model, and the pricing is pretty clear.

The Pro plan at $19.99 a month feels like the sweet spot for most individuals. You get four separate private bots, which is pretty generous. You could have one for work, one for creative writing, one for fitness coaching—whatever you can dream up. Considering a ChatGPT Plus subscription is $20 on its own and doesn't offer the same level of personality customization or Telegram integration, the value here is pretty compelling.

The Community Manager plan at $49.99 is geared towards, well, community managers. The key difference is the ability to add one of your bots to a Telegram group. This could be a game-changer for moderating chats, answering common questions automatically, or engaging a community. It's a more niche use case, but for those who need it, the price is likely an easy justification.

Who Is This Really For?

After playing around with it for a while, I've got a good sense of who would get the most out of MyGPT.

• Tinkerers and AI Enthusiasts: If you love experimenting with AI but don't want to code, this is your playground.
• Solo Entrepreneurs & Marketers: Imagine having an AI assistant trained on your brand voice to help draft social media posts, emails, or blog ideas. That's a real time-saver. My 'SEO-Sensei' is already a part of my workflow.
• Community Managers: The higher-tier plan is custom-built for managing Telegram groups, turning a chaotic chat into an orderly, helpful resource.
• Anyone Who Wants a Personalised Assistant: Forget generic assistants. You can build a bot that's a study buddy, a fitness motivator, or a creative partner.

It's probably not for large enterprises that need deep, custom API integrations and complex workflows. This is more for the individual or small team who wants to make the most of modern AI without the technical headache.

A Few Things to Consider

No tool is perfect, right? While I'm pretty high on MyGPT, there are a couple of things to keep in mind. First, the reliance on Telegram. As I said, it's a pro for me, but if you're not a Telegram user, you'll have to become one. Second, it's a subscription. There's no free tier to test the full functionality, so you have to be willing to put down the $20 to give it a proper go. Finally, the number of bots is limited by your plan, though I think four private bots on the Pro plan is more than enough for most people.

My Final Take

In a sea of AI tools that feel complicated and detached, MyGPT feels different. It's personal. It’s practical. It successfully combines the user-friendly nature of Telegram with the sheer power of today's best LLMs. The ability to craft a bot's personality is not just a feature; it's the core of the experience, and it's what makes this tool genuinely useful and, dare I say, fun.

Is it going to replace a human assistant? No. But is it a powerful, customizable, and incredibly accessible digital sidekick that can live right in your pocket? Absolutely. For twenty bucks amonth, it's one of the more interesting and valuable AI tools I've tested this year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use MyGPT for free?

There isn't a free tier for creating your own bots. MyGPT is a subscription-based service, with plans starting at $19.99 per month.

What AI models can I access with MyGPT?

Subscribers get access to a range of top models, including OpenAI's GPT-4o and GPT-3.5-turbo, as well as Anthropic's Claude 3.5 Sonnet.

Do I need coding skills to use MyGPT?

Absolutely not. That's one of its main advantages. The entire setup and customization process is handled through a simple, guided interface on Telegram. No coding required.

Can my bot work in group chats?

Yes, but you need the "Community Manager" plan for this feature. This plan allows you to add one bot to a Telegram group to help with moderation and engagement.

Is it hard to set up a bot with MyGPT?

Not at all. The process is very quick and user-friendly. It takes about 10 minutes and involves following instructions from a setup bot within Telegram.

Can the bot generate images?

Yes! Through its integration with DALL-E 3, you can ask your bot to create images by simply describing what you want in a text prompt.

Reference and Sources

For the most up-to-date pricing and plan details, you can visit the official MyGPT website:

• MyGPT Pricing Page: https://mygpt.link/?utm_source=declom#sub