Download DeepSeek for Mac
DeepSeek Unchained puts DeepSeek on your Mac. Drag it into Applications, open it, and start chatting. No accounts to create, no setup to figure out, and no technical experience needed.
Free download for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Why run DeepSeek on your Mac?
- Private. Your conversations stay on your Mac. They are never sent to the cloud, and we never see what you type.
- Works offline. After the first download, chat anywhere — on a plane, in a cabin, or with Wi-Fi switched off.
- No usage limits. Chat as much as you want. No message caps, no waiting in line.
- Fast on Apple Silicon. M-series Macs run DeepSeek especially well, and the app sets everything up for you.
What you need
- A Mac with Apple Silicon (M1 or newer) or an Intel processor
- macOS 12 Monterey or newer
- 8 GB of memory or more (more memory lets you run smarter models)
- A few gigabytes of free disk space for your first model
- An internet connection to download the app and your AI model
How to install DeepSeek on a Mac
- Click Download for Mac above.
- Open the downloaded file and drag DeepSeek Unchained into your Applications folder.
- Open it from Applications. If your Mac asks whether you’re sure, click Open.
- The app downloads your AI model the first time, then you’re ready to chat.
Need more help? See the installation guide.
Choose your level: Copper to Platinum
DeepSeek Unchained comes in tiers, from Copper to Platinum. Copper is free and runs on almost any Mac. The higher tiers give smarter, more detailed answers and need more memory. A one-time upgrade to MAX unlocks Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. You don’t have to know which one fits — the app suggests the best one for your Mac.
Questions
Is DeepSeek Unchained free?
Yes. The download is free, and the Copper tier is free to use for as long as you like. A one-time MAX upgrade unlocks the larger tiers.
Does it work on a MacBook Air?
Yes, if it runs macOS 12 Monterey or newer and has 8 GB of memory or more. Macs with more memory can run the smarter tiers.
Do I need the internet to chat?
Only to download the app and your AI model. After that, DeepSeek runs entirely on your Mac and works offline.
Does it work on older Intel Macs?
Yes, as long as the Mac runs macOS 12 Monterey or newer. Apple Silicon Macs are noticeably faster.
Ready to start chatting?
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