How to Download DeepSeek on Any Device
2026-08-04
Want to download the DeepSeek AI app? Here's how to get it on Android, iPhone, or use it in your browser, plus tips for running the model locally.
The DeepSeek AI app is free, works on Android and iOS, and doesn't require a subscription. Here's how to get it running on your phone, tablet, or computer in a few minutes.
DeepSeek on Android
The Android app gives you the full DeepSeek experience: chat with V3 or DeepThink, upload files, search the web, and use voice input. Here's how to download it:
From APKPure: Open the APKPure app or website, search for "DeepSeek," and tap install. APKPure usually has the latest version available within hours of an official update. This is the best option if DeepSeek isn't available on Google Play in your region.
DeepSeek is an AI assistant app that offers free access to its latest reasoning model.
From Google Play: Search "DeepSeek AI" in the Play Store. Look for the official app by "DeepSeek" with the blue whale icon. It's a small download, around 12MB.
After installation, open the app and sign up with your email or phone number. No payment info needed. The interface is simple: a chat input at the bottom, a toggle for DeepThink (R1) on the left, and web search on the right. Tap the paperclip icon to upload files. Tap the mic to use voice input.
DeepSeek on iPhone and iPad
The DeepSeek AI app is available on the App Store. Search "DeepSeek AI Assistant." It's about 54MB and works on iOS 15 and later.
The iOS version has the same features as Android: two chat modes, file upload (PDF, Word, Excel, images), web search, and voice input. The V4 update added image understanding, so you can upload photos and ask about their contents.
If the app isn't available in your region's App Store, you can use the web version at chat.deepseek.com instead. It works identically in Safari and supports the same features.
Using DeepSeek in a Web Browser
No download needed. Go to chat.deepseek.com, sign up, and start chatting. The web version has every feature the mobile apps have, including file upload, DeepThink reasoning, and web search.
This is the quickest way to try DeepSeek without installing anything. It works on any device with a modern browser: Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, even tablets and phones through their mobile browsers. Your chat history syncs if you use the same account on the app and the website.
Running DeepSeek Locally
If you want to run DeepSeek on your own hardware, here are your options:
Full V4-Flash (284B parameters): Needs significant hardware. With 4-bit quantization, you'll want at least 48GB of VRAM. That means an A6000, dual RTX 4090s, or a Mac Studio with 64GB+ unified memory.
Distilled models: The practical choice for most people. DeepSeek-R1-Distill-Qwen-32B and 14B versions are available on Hugging Face. The 14B model runs on a single RTX 3060 (12GB) with 4-bit quantization. Performance is solid for everyday reasoning tasks.
Tools to run locally:
- Ollama:
ollama pull deepseek-r1:14b - LM Studio: Download from the GUI, select quantization level
- vLLM: For API-style serving on servers
For most people, the app or web version is the way to go. Local deployment makes sense if you have privacy requirements, need offline access, or want to fine-tune the model for a specific use case.
Quick Setup Tips
After you download DeepSeek, here's what to do first:
- Enable web search if you want current information. By default, the AI answers from its training data. The web search toggle in the chat input bar pulls in real-time results.
- Try DeepThink on a math problem or logic puzzle to see the reasoning model in action. The thinking panel makes it clear when the model is reasoning versus just answering.
- Upload a document to test the file analysis. PDFs, Word files, and spreadsheets all work. The AI reads the content and you can ask questions about it.
- Use voice input if you prefer speaking over typing. The mic icon in the mobile apps transcribes your speech, and you can edit the text before sending.
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