Show HN: Generate images from the CLI with a ChatGPT subscription (no API key)
A developer created a CLI tool that lets ChatGPT subscription users generate images directly from the command line without needing an API key, simplifying the image creation process for subscribers.
Background
- This is an open-source command-line tool that lets ChatGPT subscribers generate images directly from their terminal, bypassing the need for OpenAI's separate API or a paid API key.
- It works by automating browser interactions with ChatGPT's web interface (likely using something like Playwright or Puppeteer) — essentially scripting a user session instead of using the official API.
- Why it matters: Many developers and power users prefer CLI workflows. More importantly, this demonstrates a pattern of "reverse-engineering" subscription features for local/scripted use, raising questions about OpenAI's terms of service and the line between power-user hacks and policy violations.