Using DeepSeek With Kilo Code

Kilo Code supports accessing models through the DeepSeek API, including deepseek-chat and deepseek-reasoner.

Website: https://platform.deepseek.com/

Getting an API Key

  1. Sign Up/Sign In: Go to the DeepSeek Platform. Create an account or sign in.
  2. Navigate to API Keys: Find your API keys in the API keys section of the platform.
  3. Create a Key: Click "Create new API key". Give your key a descriptive name (e.g., "Kilo Code").
  4. Copy the Key: Important: Copy the API key immediately. You will not be able to see it again. Store it securely.

Configuration in Kilo Code

Open Settings (gear icon) and go to the Providers tab to add DeepSeek and enter your API key.

The extension stores this in your kilo.json config file. You can also edit the config file directly — see the CLI tab for the file format.

Tips and Notes