Using DeepSeeker One Safely

Overview

Deepseeker One is a powerful, popular AI model, but its use via the official website or app raises privacy concerns due to data storage on servers in China.

Privacy Concerns

• Data stored on servers in China.
• Extensive user data collection, including keystroke patterns and IP addresses.
• No option to opt-out of data use for training.

Solutions for Safe Usage

Third-Party Platforms

• Using Third-Party Platforms: Access Deep Seeker R1 via platforms like Perplexity, which integrate the model and store data on US-based servers.
  • Perplexity: An AI-powered search engine with Deep Seeker R1 for reasoning tasks.
  • Offers a free tier with limited searches; a paid version is needed for extensive use.
  • Other platforms: Cursor and Together AI.

Local Installation

• Run Locally on Your Computer: For complete data control and privacy.
  • LM Studio:
    • Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
    • Allows offline interaction with Deep Seeker R1.
    • Includes different model sizes, adjusting to hardware capability.
  • Olama:
    • Command line tool for running AI models.
    • Supports macOS, Windows, and Linux.
    • Allows command line interaction with Deep Seeker R1.

Conclusion

• Evaluate third-party platforms or local installation based on privacy needs and technical ability.
• No one-size-fits-all solution; find the best fit through experimentation.