Codex reset quotas can expire, and users are tracking the timer
Codex’s newer reset system can show how many resets are available without clearly showing when each one was granted or when it will expire. may expire 30 days after they are granted. More detailed reset data can be seen in the raw , which makes it possible to build a small CLI tool for personal tracking.
A related Windows utility called puts quota and reset information in the taskbar, including the time left before the oldest reset expires. It can also send a warning 5 days before expiration so the remaining usage is not wasted.
Key points
- may expire 30 days after they are granted.
- The official Codex app and CLI may show the reset count without detailed grant and expiry times.
- The raw can expose more detailed reset information.
- shows quota and reset timing from the Windows taskbar.
- A 5-day warning can help users spend expiring usage before it disappears.
Sources covering this story (6)
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- r/codexThis windows uitlity shows you more reset information than the official codex app ↗
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