Following Cursor's acquisition by SpaceX, OpenAI plans to end its direct model-access agreement with the AI coding platform. OpenAI has proposed November 12, 2026 as the cutoff date, although the exact timing could still change.That sounds dramatic, particularly if GPT models are a regular part of your Cursor workflow. But it doesn't mean you'll suddenly be unable to use OpenAI models inside Cursor.OpenAI has already outlined several ways Cursor users can continue accessing its models after the agreement ends. And for many people, there's nothing you need to change just yet.Here's what's happening — and the three options you'll have.Why is OpenAI leaving Cursor?
(Image credit: Shutterstock)The change comes after SpaceX acquired Cursor, triggering a change-of-control provision in OpenAI's agreement with the company.OpenAI says it has proposed ending the agreement on November 12, although Cursor could choose to terminate access earlier. Until then, existing OpenAI models should continue to work through Cursor as they do today.There's one important distinction, though: OpenAI says future models won't be made available to Cursor under the existing agreement.Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.That means this isn't simply about whether GPT models already inside Cursor disappear. It's also about whether Cursor users will have access to OpenAI's newest models going forward.Fortunately, OpenAI isn't closing the door completely.Option 1: Bring your own OpenAI API key
