DeepSeek
6 facts, each with its source · Latest check 27 Sep 2026
| Fact | Current value | Verified |
|---|---|---|
| Made by Source ↗ | DeepSeek (China) | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Best at Source ↗ | Strong reasoning for free, and open models builders can run themselves | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Watch out for Source ↗ | Personal data is stored in China | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Free plan Source ↗ | Yes, fully free; there is no consumer paid plan | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Suits Source ↗ | Builders | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Where your data is stored Source ↗ | On servers in the People's Republic of China | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
Lessons that cite DeepSeek
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- Open and closed models · Module 5, Meet the models
- Other assistants: Meta AI, Grok, DeepSeek and Mistral Vibe · Module 11, The Tool Atlas: choosing the right tool
- Training settings, tool by tool · Module 13, Data, privacy and your workplace
- Approved tools, and how to approve new ones · Module 26, Writing an AI policy
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