DeepSeek

Cline supports accessing models through the DeepSeek API, including deepseek-chat and deepseek-reasoner.

Website: https://platform.deepseek.com/

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Getting an API Key

1. Sign Up/Sign In: Go to the DeepSeek Platform. Create an account or sign in.
2. Navigate to API Keys: Find your API keys in the API keys section of the platform.
3. Create a Key: Click “Create new API key”. Give your key a descriptive name (e.g., “Cline”).
4. Copy the Key: Important: Copy the API key immediately. You will not be able to see it again. Store it securely.

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Supported Models

Cline supports the following DeepSeek models:

• deepseek-v3-0324 (Recommended for coding tasks)
• deepseek-r1 (Recommended for reasoning tasks)

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Configuration in Cline

1. Open Cline Settings: Click the ⚙️ icon in the Cline panel.
2. Select Provider: Choose “DeepSeek” from the “API Provider” dropdown.
3. Enter API Key: Paste your DeepSeek API key into the “DeepSeek API Key” field.
4. Select Model: Choose your desired model from the “Model” dropdown.

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Tips and Notes

• Pricing: Refer to the DeepSeek Pricing page for details on model costs.