Does a fresh chat reset the token limit?
Yes, but it also starts without the old context. A structured summary gives the fresh chat the useful details without carrying the entire transcript.
Guide
ChatGPT token limit explained
ChatGPT conversations do not have infinite working memory. Token limits and long-thread drift are why older details can stop influencing new replies.
Symptoms of practical limits
- Earlier decisions disappear
- Rejected ideas return
- The thread slows down
- The model asks you to start a new chat