Run Elftia on DeepSeek Models
Add your DeepSeek API key and use DeepSeek models for chat and agent sessions, with the same TinyElf tooling as every other provider.
Elftia’s multi-provider LLM routing includes DeepSeek alongside Anthropic, OpenAI, and Gemini, using a user-supplied DeepSeek API key.
SHOWCASE
See it in action
Add a DeepSeek API key
Configure DeepSeek as a provider from the model settings screen.
Same agent, same tools
Skills, MCP servers, and Code CLI integration work the same regardless of which provider is active.
FEATURES
Provider-agnostic by design
Multi-provider routing
Switch between DeepSeek and other configured providers per session or per task.
Full tooling access
TinyElf skills, MCP servers, and extensions work the same whichever provider is active.
HOW IT WORKS
Get started in two steps
- 01
Install Elftia
Download the desktop app for your platform.
- 02
Add your DeepSeek key
Open provider settings and paste in your DeepSeek API key.
USE CASES
Where this fits
Cost-conscious workflows
Use DeepSeek for tasks where a lower-cost provider is preferred.
Comparing providers
Switch between DeepSeek and other providers to compare output on the same task.
EXPLORE
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a DeepSeek account?
- Yes — Elftia routes requests to DeepSeek using an API key you provide; Elftia does not resell model access.
- Can I use DeepSeek and another provider together?
- Yes — Elftia’s multi-provider routing lets you configure several providers and choose per session or per task.