DeepSeek has announced that DeepSeek V4 will reach General Availability (GA) on July 24, 2026. This milestone marks the official retirement of legacy API aliases, which will no longer be supported after this date. Developers are urged to migrate to the new V4 endpoints to ensure uninterrupted service.
Alongside the GA release, DeepSeek is rolling out what it calls the industry's first structural peak/off-peak surge pricing model. Pricing will vary based on UTC+8 time zones, with peak hours incurring higher rates and off-peak hours offering reduced costs. This dynamic pricing aims to manage demand and optimize resource allocation.
DeepSeek has published a full developer migration guide to assist users in transitioning smoothly. The guide covers endpoint changes, authentication updates, and best practices for adapting to the new pricing structure. Developers are encouraged to review the guide and update their integrations before the July 24 deadline.