Elon Musk, the owner of Tesla, SpaceX, Starlink, xAI, and now X (formerly Twitter), often becomes the center of discussion with his every comment, announcement, and plan. He is not just a businessman; he is a trendsetter and one of the most influential figures in the tech world.
On August 7, 2025, he did something similar. That day, he announced on X—“Free access to create Grok Imagine videos for the next few days!” This news created quite a buzz among tech enthusiasts.
However, there was a small ‘condition’. The offer is only applicable to users in the United States. Those outside the U.S. cannot directly take advantage of this offer.
VPN: Elon Musk’s Unique Solution
Shortly after the announcement, a user (@spacesudoer) suggested to Musk: “If you open this globally without a premium, many more people will use it.” While typical corporate leaders might say, “We are considering it.” Elon Musk’s response was different, very straightforward and concise: “Use a VPN.”
His three-word reply took the internet by storm. The post quickly went viral, garnering over 5,000 likes, hundreds of comments, and more than 2.2 million views within a few hours.
Grok Imagine – From Text to Video
Grok Imagine is an AI video generation tool created by Elon Musk’s company xAI. Its main feature is that you can write a sentence or idea, and Grok Imagine will create it as a video within seconds.
Imagine writing—“A red car driving through the streets of Dhaka on a rainy night, with Rabindra Sangeet playing in the background.” Within moments, Grok Imagine will present that scene before your eyes.
Such a powerful tool offered for free would make anyone jump at the opportunity, no doubt about it. But the U.S.-limited offer seemed to pour cold water on many people’s joy.
What is a VPN?
A VPN or ‘Virtual Private Network’ is a technology that routes your internet connection through a server in another country. This hides your real location, and you appear online as if you are in another country.
For example, if you are a user in Bangladesh and connect to a U.S. VPN server, websites or apps will recognize you as a U.S. user. This is why Elon Musk said—“Use a VPN.”
However, remember—not all VPNs are equally secure. It is essential to use reputable and trustworthy VPNs, as a weak VPN can put your personal data at risk.
Netizens’ Reactions
Netizens had amusing reactions to Elon’s three-word comment. Some wrote—“Only Elon Musk would suggest bypassing his own software!” Others posted GIFs, memes, and funny videos.
Many earnestly tried to find out when Grok Imagine would be globally accessible. Meanwhile, some creative users immediately created and shared funny videos with the free access. For example, “Elon Musk fighting a demon.”
Elon Musk’s Strategy
This incident once again demonstrated how Elon Musk maintains his style. Instead of giving a corporate ‘political’ answer, he provides a direct solution—which is helpful for users, while also bringing his product into the spotlight.
By advising the use of VPNs, he showed a way to use Grok Imagine worldwide, while also greatly increasing Grok’s promotion.
Advantages and Limitations of Using VPNs
For those who want to use this method to access the U.S.-limited offer, it’s important to remember a few points—
- Privacy: A good quality VPN encrypts and secures your data.
- Content Access: Regional restrictions can be bypassed.
- Speed: Internet speed may sometimes decrease.
- Cost: Good VPN services might require some expense.
However, Elon’s suggestion has become the ‘easiest solution’ for tech enthusiasts.
The Potential of Grok Imagine
Grok Imagine is not just for entertainment, but it can open new horizons in content creation, marketing, educational videos, and even filmmaking. This blend of imagination and technology could completely change the future of the content world.
Elon Musk’s free Grok offer may end in a few days, but thousands will test its capabilities during this time—many of whom may become paid customers later.
Final Words
With just three words, “Use a VPN”—Elon Musk proved once again that he is a different kind of leader. He doesn’t just want to enforce rules; he shows users a path that provides a quick solution, even if it ‘bypasses’ his own terms!
So, if you are outside the U.S. and want to use Grok Imagine, following Elon’s advice, a VPN could be your secret key. But remember—this is a limited opportunity. And who knows how long until Elon’s next surprise arrives.
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