Elon Musk, the owner of Tesla, SpaceX, Starlink, xAI, and now X (formerly Twitter), is often at the center of discussions with his every comment, announcement, and plan. He’s not just a businessman; he’s a trendsetter and one of the most influential figures in the tech world.
On August 7, 2025, he made another such move. That day, he posted on X, announcing—“For the next few days, Grok Imagine video creation is completely free!” This news created a buzz among tech enthusiasts.
However, there was a small ‘condition’ attached. The offer was only applicable to users in the United States. So, those outside the U.S. couldn’t 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 any premium, more people will use it.” Corporate leaders might have said, “We are considering it.” But Elon Musk’s response was different, very direct, and concise: “Use a VPN.”
In just three words, he created a storm on the internet. The post quickly went viral, gathering over 5,000 likes, hundreds of comments, and over 2.2 million views within hours.

Grok Imagine – From Text to Video
Grok Imagine is an AI video generation tool created by Elon Musk’s company xAI. Its primary feature is that you can write a sentence or an idea, and Grok Imagine will convert it into a video in seconds.
Imagine writing—“A red car is driving on the streets of Dhaka on a rainy night with Rabindra music playing in the background.” In moments, Grok Imagine will present this scene before your eyes.
Such a powerful tool being offered for free would undoubtedly attract anyone. But this U.S.-limited offer dampened the excitement for many.
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, making you appear online as if you are in another country.
For example, if you are a user from 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, keep in mind that not all VPNs are equally secure. It’s important to use reputable and trustworthy VPNs because using weak VPNs can put your personal data at risk.
Netizens’ Reactions
Elon’s three-word comment sparked amusing reactions from netizens. Someone wrote—“Only Elon Musk would suggest a way to bypass his own software!” Others created and shared GIFs, memes, and funny videos.
Some seriously inquired about when Grok Imagine would be available worldwide. Meanwhile, some creative users, having gained free access, immediately started creating and sharing amusing videos. For instance, “Elon Musk battling with demons.”
Elon Musk’s Strategy
This incident once again demonstrated how Elon Musk maintains his style. Instead of giving a corporate-style ‘political’ answer, he provides a direct solution—one that is helpful for users and brings his products into the spotlight.
By suggesting VPN usage, he showed a way for worldwide use of Grok Imagine while simultaneously boosting Grok’s publicity manifold.
Pros and Cons of Using VPN
For those who wish to use this method to access the U.S.-limited offer, it’s important to keep a few things in mind—
- Privacy: A good quality VPN encrypts your data to keep it safe.
- Content Access: Regional restrictions can be bypassed.
- Speed: Internet speed may sometimes decrease.
- Cost: You may need to spend money to get a good VPN service.
Elon’s suggestion has become the ‘simplest solution’ for tech enthusiasts.
Potential of Grok Imagine
Grok Imagine is not just for entertainment but can open new horizons in content creation, marketing, educational videos, and even filmmaking. This blend of imagination and technology can completely change the future content landscape.
Elon Musk’s Grok free offer might end in a few days, but within this period, thousands of people will test its capabilities—some of whom might later become paid subscribers.
Conclusion
With just three words, “Use a VPN,” Elon Musk once again proved that he is a different kind of leader. He doesn’t just want to impose rules; he shows users a path that offers quick solutions, even if it means bypassing his own conditions!
So, if you are outside the United States and want to use Grok Imagine, following Elon’s advice, a VPN might be your secret key. But remember—this is a limited opportunity. No one knows how long it will be until Elon’s next surprise.
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