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DeepSeek Free API Credits
DeepSeek API has a recorded free trial: $5; rate limit: 2 RPM.
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Value$5
Typefree_credits
Difficultyeasy
Mainland China accessFriendly
How to claim
- Open the official page or signup link for DeepSeek.
- Requirement: Create an account
- Requirement: Check the official free-tier policy
- Run one real task to confirm the credits work.
- If the deal expires or does not work, use the alternatives below.
Requirements
- Create an account
- Check the official free-tier policy
Alternatives if unavailable
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Is DeepSeek Free API Credits still available?
Current status: Ongoing. Always confirm on the official signup page.
What do I need to claim DeepSeek Free API Credits?
Create an account, Check the official free-tier policy
Can I access DeepSeek Free API Credits from mainland China?
Current data says it is accessible or relatively friendly from mainland China.