# DeepSeek is preparing users for a big price hike

> DeepSeek is preparing users for a big price hike Aug 6, 2026 — 9:32 AM ET - DeepSeek has reportedly sent out notices to its clients about an upcoming price hike.

- **Source:** [Android Authority](https://www.androidauthority.com/deepseek-ai-models-price-increase-3695266/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a74a531afd40013a6d50901)
- **Published:** 2026-08-06
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #google #openai #gemini #anthropic #ai
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