# OpenAI GPT-4.1 mini — deprecation status

> No — GPT-4.1 mini is not deprecated as of July 30, 2026. OpenAI has announced neither a deprecation nor a shutdown date for it.

The mid-size GPT-4.1 variant, and one of the few 2025-era ids that has survived the 2026 deprecation waves untouched. It is not listed on the OpenAI deprecations page in any announcement, unlike gpt-4.1-nano.

## Facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Provider | OpenAI |
| Model id | `gpt-4.1-mini` |
| Status | Active |
| Released | April 14, 2025 |
| Last verified | July 30, 2026 |

## FAQ

### Is OpenAI GPT-4.1 mini still available?

Yes. OpenAI GPT-4.1 mini is active and fully supported as of July 30, 2026.

## Sources

- [OpenAI API deprecations](https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/deprecations) — accessed 2026-07-30

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