Use DeepSeek with Cursor
$0.3/Mtok inGive every developer frontier-adjacent completions at commodity prices — DeepSeek in Cursor is the budget default that still holds up on real diffs.
Facts
At a glance
Model
DeepSeek V4
deepseek/deepseek-v4
Price
$0.3 / M input · $0.9 / M output
Context window
128k tokens
Tool
Cursor
Setup below — under two minutes
Quickstart
Set up DeepSeek in Cursor
- 1
In Cursor → Settings → Models, enable 'Override OpenAI Base URL' and set:
https://api.companyfabric.com/v1 - 2
Paste your CompanyFabric API key in the OpenAI key field.
- 3
Add a custom model with the id deepseek/deepseek-v4 and select it from the model picker.
Full tool guide: Use any model with Cursor →
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a DeepSeek account to use DeepSeek in Cursor?
No — one CompanyFabric key covers DeepSeek V4 and every other model in the library. Billing is one prepaid balance with exact per-call metering; BYOK at 0% is available if you already have provider keys.
What does DeepSeek V4 cost in Cursor?
$0.3 / M input · $0.9 / M output — the same metered price as any other route to the model. Set a per-key budget cap to bound what the tool can spend.
Can I switch models later without touching Cursor again?
Yes — the endpoint stays the same; the model is a string. Any catalog id works in the same configuration, including cheaper tiers for bulk work.
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One key. Every model. Exact prices.
Run DeepSeek in Cursor with free starter credits. Free starter credits included — no subscription required.