# OpenAI GPT-5.3 Codex Spark — deprecation status

> No — GPT-5.3 Codex Spark is not deprecated as of July 30, 2026. OpenAI has announced neither a deprecation nor a shutdown date for it.

The low-latency Codex variant, built for the completion loop inside an editor rather than for long agent runs. It shares the Codex family's short release cadence: four of its predecessors were retired on a single day in July 2026.

## Facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Provider | OpenAI |
| Model id | `gpt-5.3-codex-spark` |
| Status | Active |
| Last verified | July 30, 2026 |

## FAQ

### Is OpenAI GPT-5.3 Codex Spark still available?

Yes. OpenAI GPT-5.3 Codex Spark 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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