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