Terms of Use changed DeepSeek, Jun 11, 2025
DeepSeek · Jun 11, 2025 · 16 added, 15 removed · found in an Internet Archive capture
- Added: DeepSeek products and services are owned and operated by Hangzhou DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "DeepSeek" or "we" ). Before using the Services, please make sure to carefully read and understand this "DeepSeek Terms of Use" (hereinafter referred to as "these Terms") as well as other related terms, policies, or guidelines of this platform. When you use a specific function of the Services, there may be separate terms, related business rules, etc. ("Specific Terms") for that specific function. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and the Specific Terms, the provisions of the Specific Terms shall prevail. All the aforementioned terms and rules form an integral part of these Terms (collectively referred to as "All Terms"), and have the same legal effect as the main text of these Terms.
- Removed: DeepSeek products and services are jointly owned and operated by Hangzhou DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Co., Ltd., Beijing DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Co., Ltd. and their affiliates (hereinafter referred to as "DeepSeek" or "we" ). Before using the Services, please make sure to carefully read and understand this "DeepSeek Terms of Use" (hereinafter referred to as "these Terms") as well as other related terms, policies, or guidelines of this platform. When you use a specific function of the Services, there may be separate terms, related business rules, etc. ("Specific Terms") for that specific function. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and the Specific Terms, the provisions of the Specific Terms shall prevail. All the aforementioned terms and rules form an integral part of these Terms (collectively referred to as "All Terms"), and have the same legal effect as the main text of these Terms.
- Added: We especially remind you to carefully read (minors under the age of 18 or the minimum age required in your country shall read with their legal guardian) and fully understand all the terms before using the Services. When you agree to these Terms through online page clicks, or checking boxes, it means you and we have reached an agreement on All Terms, you have accepted All Terms and their applicable conditions, and agree to be bound by All Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, or cannot accurately understand our interpretation of any term, please click disagree or stop using our services.
- Removed: We especially remind you to carefully read (minors under the age of 18 shall read with their legal guardian) and fully understand all the terms before using the Services. When you agree to these Terms through online page clicks, checking boxes, or by actually using our services, it means you and we have reached an agreement on All Terms, you have accepted All Terms and their applicable conditions, and agree to be bound by All Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, or cannot accurately understand our interpretation of any term, please click disagree or stop using our services.
- Added: 1.2 The generative AI products and services provided by DeepSeek are based on large language models, which are built using neural network, developed through stages of large-scale self-supervised pre-training and targeted optimization training. These models can predict the next token by encoding and computing the input information (including text, images, files, and more), thereby possessing text generation and conversational abilities. They are adept at performing a wide range of text generation tasks and can be integrated into various downstream systems or applications. Specifically, within DeepSeek's product services, these models, based on user input information (referred to as "Inputs"), compute and infer to output corresponding content as a response (referred to as "Outputs" ), including text, tables, and code. Users can evaluate the output, including actions like liking or disliking, to provide feedback on their opinions about DeepSeek's output information.
- Added: 1.3 As generative artificial intelligence technology, models, and products continue to evolve, along with changes in laws and regulations, we may add, upgrade, modify, suspend, or terminate services, or make necessary adjustments to the technology, method, and performance of the services, and may conduct internal or external testing for new service features. If such changes may affect your rights, we will promptly notify you through in-site notifications, website announcements, or via email.
- Removed: 1.2 The generative AI products and services provided by DeepSeek are based on large language models, which are built using neural network, developed through stages of large-scale self-supervised pre-training and targeted optimization training. These models can predict the next token by encoding and computing the input information(including text, images, files, and more), thereby possessing text generation and conversational abilities. They are adept at performing a wide range of text generation tasks and can be integrated into various downstream systems or applications. Specifically, within DeepSeek's product services, these models, based on user input information (referred to as "Inputs"), compute and infer to output corresponding content as a response (referred to as "Outputs" ), including text, tables, and code. Users can evaluate the output, including actions like liking or disliking, to provide feedback on their opinions about DeepSeek's output information.
- Removed: 1.3 As generative artificial intelligence technology, models, and products continue to evolve, along with changes in laws and regulations, we may add, upgrade, modify, suspend, or terminate services, or make necessary adjustments to the technology, method, and performance of the services, and may conduct internal or external testing for new service features.
- Added: 2.1 The Services are primarily intended for adults. If you are under 18 years old or the minimum age required in your country, please read these Terms with your legal guardian and use the Services only with the consent of your legal guardian. DeepSeek fully understands the importance of protecting minors and will take corresponding protective measures in accordance with legal requirements and industry mainstream practices.
- Added: 2.2 Before using the Services, you shall register an account using your Email or third-party account as per the page instructions. You must provide accurate, truthful, legal, and valid information as required and confirm your agreement to these Terms and other related rules and policies. If the materials or information you submit are inaccurate, untrue, non-standard, or if there is a reason for the company to suspect them as incorrect, false, or illegal, we reserve the right to refuse to provide you with related functions. As a result, you may be unable to use this platform and related services or may face restrictions on certain functions during use. In such cases, we will offer an opportunity for you to explain or object. If your explanation or objection is deemed valid, we will promptly restore your access to the Services without delay. Your account is your credential for logging in and using the Services. The account is non-transferable, non-giftable, and non-inheritable.
- Removed: 2.1 The Services are primarily intended for adults. If you are under 18 years old, please read these Terms with your legal guardian and use the Services only with the consent of your legal guardian. DeepSeek fully understands the importance of protecting minors and will take corresponding protective measures in accordance with legal requirements and industry mainstream practices.
- Removed: 2.2 Before using the Services, you shall register an account using your Email or third-party account as per the page instructions. You must provide accurate, truthful, legal, and valid information as required and confirm your agreement to these Terms and other related rules and policies. If the materials or information you submit are inaccurate, untrue, non-standard, or if there is a reason for the company to suspect them as incorrect, false, or illegal, we reserve the right to refuse to provide you with related functions. As a result, you may be unable to use this platform and related services or may face restrictions on certain functions during use. Your account is your credential for logging in and using the Services. The account is non-transferable, non-giftable, and non-inheritable.
- Added: 2.4 If you lose your account, forget your password, or leak your verification code, you can follow the procedure to appeal for recovery in a timely manner. We especially reminds you to properly safeguard your account, password, and verification code. After using them, you shall log out securely. You will bear full responsibility for any losses caused by the leakage of your account or password, except where the loss is caused by our intentional or negligent conduct. If users discover any unauthorized use of their accounts, they shall immediately notify us, and we will provide the fullest cooperation and handling.
- Removed: 2.4 If you lose your account, forget your password, or leak your verification code, you can follow the procedure to appeal for recovery in a timely manner. We especially reminds you to properly safeguard your account, password, and verification code. After using them, you shall log out securely. You will bear full responsibility for any losses caused by the leakage of your account or password. If users discover any unauthorized use of their accounts, they shall immediately notify us, and we will provide the fullest cooperation and handling.
- Added: (8) are designed to specifically appeal to or present a persona of any person under the age of 18 or the minimum age required in your country;
- Removed: (8) are designed to specifically appeal to or present a persona of any person under the age of 18;
- Added: 4.3 Under the premise of secure encryption technology processing, strict de-identification rendering, and irreversibility to identify specific individuals, we may, to a minimal extent, use Inputs and Outputs to provide, maintain, operate, develop or improve the Services or the underlying technologies supporting the Services. If you refuse to allow us to process the data in the manner described above, you can opt out by turning off "Improve the model for everyone"
- Removed: 4.3 In order to fulfill the requirements stipulated by laws and regulations or provide the Services specified in these Terms, and under the premise of secure encryption technology processing, strict de-identification rendering, and irreversibility to identify specific individuals, we may, to a minimal extent, use Inputs and Outputs to provide, maintain, operate, develop or improve the Services or the underlying technologies supporting the Services. If you refuse to allow us to process the data in the manner described above, you may provide feedback to us through the methods outlined in Section 10.
- Added: 4.5 To prevent confusion and misidentification, and to eliminate or reduce the potential impact of inaccurate generated information, DeepSeek has added prominent disclaimer notices at the end of generated text or at the bottom of interactive interfaces, specifically reminding users that the content is AI-generated.
- Added: 4.6 DeepSeek can provide incomplete, inaccurate, or offending output. If the output refers to a third-party product or service, this does not mean that the third party approves the comment or is affiliated with DeepSeek.
- Added: 5.2 Without our permission, you or your end users shall not use any trademarks, service marks, trade names, domain names, website names, company logos (LOGOs), URLs, or other prominent brand features related to the Services, including but not limited to "DeepSeek," etc., in any way, either singly or in combination. You are not allowed to display, use, or apply for registration of trademarks, domain names, etc., related to the aforementioned terms in any way, and you shall not perform acts that expressly or implicitly indicate the right to display, use, or otherwise deal with these identifiers to others except as permitted by the relevant law.
- Removed: 5.2 Without our permission, you or your end users shall not use any trademarks, service marks, trade names, domain names, website names, company logos (LOGOs), URLs, or other prominent brand features related to the Services, including but not limited to "DeepSeek," etc., in any way, either singly or in combination. You are not allowed to display, use, or apply for registration of trademarks, domain names, etc., related to the aforementioned terms in any way, and you shall not perform acts that expressly or implicitly indicate the right to display, use, or otherwise deal with these identifiers to others.
- Added: 7.2 In response to your violation of these Terms or other service terms, DeepSeek reserves the right to independently judge and take measures against you, including issuing warnings, setting deadlines for correction, restricting account functions, suspending usage, closing accounts, prohibiting re-registration, deleting relevant content, etc.. For behaviors suspected of violating laws and regulations or involving illegal activities, relevant records will be retained, and reports will be made to the competent authorities in accordance with the law, cooperating with their investigations. You shall be responsible for any legal liabilities, claims, demands, or losses asserted by third parties resulting therefrom, and you shall compensate us for any losses incurred, to a reasonable extent, including litigation fees, arbitration fees, attorney fees, notary fees, announcement fees, appraisal fees, travel expenses, investigation and evidence collection fees, compensation, liquidated damages, settlement costs, and administrative fines incurred in protecting our rights. However, if we are also at fault, liability shall be apportioned between you and Deepseek based on the degree of fault, as determined under applicable laws and regulations.
- Removed: 7.2 In response to your violation of these Terms or other service terms, DeepSeek reserves the right to independently judge and take measures against you, including issuing warnings, setting deadlines for correction, restricting account functions, suspending usage, closing accounts, prohibiting re-registration, deleting relevant content, etc., without the need for prior notification. We have the right to announce the results of the actions taken and, based on the actual circumstances, decide whether to restore usage. For behaviors suspected of violating laws and regulations or involving illegal activities, relevant records will be retained, and reports will be made to the competent authorities in accordance with the law, cooperating with their investigations. You shall be solely responsible for any legal liabilities, claims, demands, or losses asserted by third parties resulting therefrom, and you shall compensate us for any losses incurred, including litigation fees, arbitration fees, attorney fees, notary fees, announcement fees, appraisal fees, travel expenses, investigation and evidence collection fees, compensation, liquidated damages, settlement costs, and administrative fines incurred in protecting our rights.
- Added: 7.4 Unless otherwise agreed, a Party shall not be liable for the other Party's incidental, consequential, punitive, special, or indirect losses or damages, including but not limited to the loss of profits or goodwill, unless such losses or damages result from its own intentional or negligent conduct. This limitation applies irrespective of any litigation brought under breach, tort, compensation, or any other legal grounds, even if the Party was informed of the possibility of such losses.
- Added: 7.5 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us and our affiliates and licensors (if any) harmless against any liabilities, damages, and costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) payable to a third party arising out of a breach by you or any user of your account of these Terms, your violation of all applicable laws and regulations or third party rights, your fraud or other illegal acts, or your intentional misconduct or gross negligence, to the extent permiteed by the applicable law.
- Removed: 7.4 Unless otherwise agreed, neither party shall bear incidental, consequential, punitive, special, or indirect losses or damages, including but not limited to the loss of profits or goodwill, regardless of how such losses or damages arise or the liability theory they are based on, and irrespective of any litigation brought under breach, tort, compensation, or any other legal grounds, even if informed of the possibility of such losses.
- Removed: 7.5 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us and our affiliates and licensors (if any) harmless against any liabilities, damages, and costs (including reasonable attorneys'fees) payable to a third party arising out of a breach by you or any user of your account of these Terms, your violation of all applicable laws and regulations or third party rights, your fraud or other illegal acts, or your intentional misconduct or gross negligence, to the extent permiteed by the applicable law.
- Added: 9.2 In the event of a dispute arising from the signing, performance, or interpretation of these Terms, the Parties can make efforts to resolve it amicably through negotiation. Also either Party has the right to file a lawsuit with a court having jurisdiction over the location of the registered office of Hangzhou DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Co., Ltd.
- Removed: 9.2 In the event of a dispute arising from the signing, performance, or interpretation of these Terms, the Parties shall make efforts to resolve it amicably through negotiation. If negotiation fails, either Party has the right to file a lawsuit with a court having jurisdiction over the location of the registered office of Hangzhou DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Co., Ltd.
- Removed: Contact Address: 5th Floor, North Building, Block C, Rongke Information Center, No.2 South Science Academy Road, Haidian District, Beijing, China.
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