deepseek-r1-0528 — Free AI Model & API

llm7-io/deepseek-r1-0528
chat reasoning
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Context Window 131K
Max Output 131K
Rate Limit 30 RPM (120 with token)
Cost $0.00 FREE
Free Period Since May 10, 2026
Credit Card Not required
Status Online

Overview

DeepSeek R1 (0528 checkpoint) is available free through LLM7.io, a community proxy that provides OpenAI-compatible API access to popular models. R1's chain-of-thought reasoning makes it strong at math, competitive programming, and logic puzzles — the 0528 variant is a specific checkpoint release. As a shared community proxy, rate limits and availability are not guaranteed; best used for personal evaluation and low-volume testing rather than production workloads. No credit card required, but stability expectations should be calibrated accordingly.

Model ID
deepseek-r1-0528
Base URL
https://api.llm7.io/v1
Specifications
Context: 131K · Output: 131K · Modality: text · OpenAI Compat: Yes

Quick Start

Integrate deepseek-r1-0528 with 3 lines of code. See the config generator for Claude Code, Cursor, and more.

from openai import OpenAI

client = OpenAI(
 base_url="https://api.llm7.io/v1",
 api_key="YOUR_API_KEY"
)

response = client.chat.completions.create(
 model="deepseek-r1-0528",
 messages=[{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
)
print(response.choices[0].message.content)
import OpenAI from "openai";

const openai = new OpenAI({
 baseURL: "https://api.llm7.io/v1",
 apiKey: "YOUR_API_KEY",
});

const completion = await openai.chat.completions.create({
 model: "deepseek-r1-0528",
 messages: [{ role: "user", content: "Hello!" }],
});

console.log(completion.choices[0].message.content);
curl https://api.llm7.io/v1/chat/completions \
 -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
 -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
 -d '{
 "model": "deepseek-r1-0528",
 "messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
 }'

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Rate Limits & Constraints

Rate Limit 30 RPM (120 with token)
Context Window 131K
Max Output Tokens 131K
Cost Free — since May 10, 2026
Credit Card Not required
OpenAI Compatible Yes — drop-in replacement

LLM7.io Platform Limitations

  • Small independent provider — long-term reliability uncertain
  • Limited model selection compared to major providers
  • Rate limits may change without notice

Features & Use Cases

Best For

ChatReasoning

Modality Support

text

LLM7.io Highlights

  • Free GPT-4o-mini (rare on free tiers)
  • DeepSeek-R1, Qwen, Llama available
  • 30 RPM free, 120 RPM with token
  • OpenAI-compatible endpoint

Playground — Test deepseek-r1-0528

Test deepseek-r1-0528 directly in your browser. Your API key is sent directly to LLM7.io — never stored.

Model: deepseek-r1-0528 Get Key

🔒 Your key is never stored — sent directly to the model provider via our server proxy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an API key for deepseek-r1-0528?

Sign up at LLM7.io to get your API key. No credit card is required — just an email sign-up. Once you have the key, use the code snippets in the Quick Start section above.

Is deepseek-r1-0528 really free?

Yes. deepseek-r1-0528 is available on LLM7.io's free tier and has been free since May 10, 2026. Rate limits apply: 30 RPM (120 with token). Always check the provider's terms for any changes to the free tier.

What are deepseek-r1-0528's rate limits?

30 RPM (120 with token) Context window: 131K. Max output: 131K. No credit card required.

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