DeepSeek Terms Scorecard

Grade B- — Mostly fair (score 72/100)

DeepSeek provides a clear path for AI training opt-outs and lacks forced arbitration, but reserves broad rights to modify terms unilaterally and requires extensive user indemnification.

No forced arbitration. Broad indemnification. Unilateral changes allowed.

Terms at a glance

Sells your data
NO
Forced arbitration
NO
Trains AI on your content
YES
Collects biometric data
NO
Shares data with government
YES
Easy to cancel
YES
Tells you before changes
NO
Deletes data on request
YES

What the terms actually say

Section 4.3 — Data Usage

we may, to a minimal extent, use Inputs and Outputs to provide, maintain, operate, develop or improve 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'.

DeepSeek uses your inputs and outputs to train their models, but provides a clear, accessible toggle to opt out of this practice.

Section 11.1 — Modifications

we may revise these Terms from time to time... Once announced, it replaces the original terms... Your continued usage of the Service will be considered as your acceptance of the modified terms.

The company can change the terms at any time without direct notice, and your continued use constitutes agreement.

Section 8.5 — Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us... harmless against any liabilities, damages, and costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) payable to a third party

You are required to pay for the company's legal costs and damages if your use of the service leads to a third-party claim.

Section 8.2 — Government Cooperation

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

The company commits to reporting users to authorities and sharing records if they suspect illegal activity, without explicitly requiring a warrant or user notification.

Section 8.4 — Liability Cap

OUR AGGREGATE LIABILITY UNDER THESE TERMS WILL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SERVICE... OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).

The company limits its total financial liability to you to $100, which is a standard but restrictive cap.

Last reviewed 2026-07-31 under rubric v3.5.

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