What is DeepSeek-R1?
An open-source advanced reasoning language model that can be downloaded and run independently of DeepSeek's website. Because it's open sourced, it can be fine-tuned and utilized on various platforms. We are not using the DeepSeek API to provide answers through Perplexity. The model runs on secure U.S.-based data centers.
Is my data being sent to China?
No, we are using the open sourced model and running it exclusively in secure data centers located in the United States. Data transmission to China only occurs when using DeepSeek's website or API directly. All data processing for Perplexity users happens within U.S. territory.
How can I disable r1 from my Perplexity account or Organization?
It's not possible to "disable" r1 since it's optional to use to begin with. You can opt out of AI data collection by visiting perplexity.ai/settings and you can choose o1 as the reasoning model for all Pro Search queries. If you have Enterprise Pro your data will never be collected from using r1 or any other models. All data processing occurs in secure U.S.-based data centers with enterprise-grade security protocols.
If you have an Organization with an active Enterprise subscription and have privacy concerns regarding r1 please reach out to enterprise@perplexity.ai.