AI language models are transforming how we interact with technology, but privacy remains a big concern—especially with cloud-based AI models that send your queries to external servers. If you want full control over your AI experience and keep everything offline, DeepSeek AI is a great option. Running it on your PC means no internet requirement, enhanced privacy, and no recurring costs.In this detailed step-by-step guide, I’ll show you how to install and use DeepSeek AI on your PC—completely offline and 100% free. Whether you use Windows, Mac, or Linux, this guide has you covered.
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A collage illustrating how DeepSeek AI can be run entirely offline on your PC—no internet needed, increased privacy, and zero ongoing costs. |
Why Use DeepSeek AI Offline?
Running an AI model locally on your computer has several benefits:
Step 1: Download and Install Ollama
What is Ollama?
Ollama is an AI model management tool that makes it super easy to download, install, and run AI models like DeepSeek on your local machine.
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A screenshot of the Ollama homepage, where you can easily download and install the tool for managing and running AI models locally. |
Once installed, Ollama will handle all the heavy lifting of setting up DeepSeek for you.
Step 2: Download and Install the DeepSeek-R1 AI Model
Now that Ollama is installed, let’s get DeepSeek AI running on your PC.
1️⃣ Open your Command Prompt or Terminal:
- Windows: Press
Win + R
, typecmd
, and press Enter. - Mac/Linux: Open the Terminal app from Applications.
2️⃣ Run the following command to install DeepSeek:
ollama pull deepseek-r1
🔹 This will download and install the default DeepSeek-R1 model on your system.
Step 3: Select the Best Model Parameters for Your PC
AI models come in different sizes—larger models are smarter but require more computer resources.
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A snippet of the Ollama website’s navigation bar, highlighting the ‘Models’ section for selecting AI model sizes based on your computer’s capabilities. |
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A screenshot showing various DeepSeek-R1 model parameter options—1.5B, 7B, 14B, and more—each tailored for different performance needs. |
💡 Example Command: If you want to install the 7B version, run:
ollama pull deepseek-r1:7b
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Terminal output showing the successful download and verification of DeepSeek-R1, providing offline AI capabilities with Ollama. |
💡 Tip: If you’re unsure, start with the 7B model for a balance of performance and capability.
If your PC has limited RAM (below 16GB), stick with 1.5B or 7B for best performance.
Step 4: Run DeepSeek AI Locally on Your PC
Now that the model is installed, let’s start using it.
ollama run deepseek-r1:7b
3️⃣ Start chatting with DeepSeek AI!
- Type any question, and it will respond instantly.
- No internet is required.
Step 5: Install Chatbox AI for a Better Interface (Optional but Recommended)
Using AI from a command line isn’t always convenient. Let’s install Chatbox AI, a free chat interface for local AI models.
Now, let’s link it to Ollama and DeepSeek.
Step 6: Connect DeepSeek AI to Chatbox AI
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A screenshot of Chatbox AI’s settings panel demonstrates how to select the Ollama API and choose the DeepSeek-R1 model for an offline AI experience. |
That’s it! You now have a fully offline AI assistant with a user-friendly interface.
Final Thoughts: Why Use DeepSeek AI Offline?
Now you have your own AI assistant that runs entirely offline—completely free! 🚀
Bonus: FAQs
1. Can I use DeepSeek AI on a low-end PC?
Yes! Use the 1.5B or 7B model for best performance. Larger models need more RAM and a stronger GPU.
2. Does DeepSeek AI require an internet connection?
Nope! Once installed, it runs entirely offline with no internet needed.
3. Can I install multiple AI models with Ollama?
Yes! You can install Llama 2, Mistral, Gemma, and more AI models alongside DeepSeek.
Start Using DeepSeek AI Offline Today!
Let me know if you found this guide helpful! Enjoy your private, offline AI assistant 🎉
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