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Deepseek MCP server

arikusi/deepseek-mcp-server

DeepSeek AI chat and reasoning with multi-turn sessions, function calling, thinking mode and cost tracking.

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Install Deepseek in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add deepseek -e DEEPSEEK_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @arikusi/deepseek-mcp-server
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "deepseek": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@arikusi/deepseek-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "DEEPSEEK_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Deepseek MCP server do?

DeepSeek AI chat and reasoning with multi-turn sessions, function calling, thinking mode and cost tracking.

Is the Deepseek MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Deepseek run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Deepseek to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add deepseek -e DEEPSEEK_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @arikusi/deepseek-mcp-server

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