{"id":270519,"date":"2026-05-26T12:39:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T12:39:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/?p=270519"},"modified":"2026-05-26T12:39:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T12:39:31","slug":"run-deepseek-with-ollama-on-a-vps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/run-deepseek-with-ollama-on-a-vps\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Run DeepSeek with&nbsp;Ollama&nbsp;on a VPS: Complete Setup Guide&nbsp;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-highlights-nbsp\"><strong>Key highlights<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Discover&nbsp;the exact hardware and RAM requirements for running DeepSeek-R1 smoothly on a CPU-based server.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn&nbsp;how to install the&nbsp;Ollama&nbsp;framework and pull the DeepSeek model using command-line instructions.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Configure&nbsp;secure remote access to your self-hosted LLM using&nbsp;an&nbsp;Nginx reverse proxy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explore&nbsp;Bluehost VPS hosting to find the right amount of&nbsp;NVMe&nbsp;storage and root access for your project.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Running a self-hosted AI model gives you complete data privacy and control. Doing this on your local computer can quickly drain resources. Moving this workload to a virtual private server solves that problem completely.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deploying your stack on&nbsp;Bluehost VPS hosting&nbsp;ensures you have the dedicated power needed for consistent performance. This guide explains how to deploy DeepSeek-R1 using&nbsp;Ollama&nbsp;on a Linux VPS.&nbsp;Let\u2019s&nbsp;start by looking at the hardware you will need.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-server-prerequisites-for-running-deepseek-nbsp-nbsp\">What are the server prerequisites for running DeepSeek?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before installing any software, your server must meet a few basic hardware requirements. Running language models requires specific resources to ensure smooth operation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Operating system control:<\/strong>&nbsp;You need a Linux-based VPS running Ubuntu or&nbsp;AlmaLinux&nbsp;with full root access.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Memory capacity:<\/strong>&nbsp;Plan for at least 8GB of RAM to run the 7B or 8B model smoothly. Larger models need 16GB of RAM or more.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Storage speed:<\/strong>&nbsp;Fast&nbsp;NVMe&nbsp;storage is essential to guarantee quick model loading and inference speeds.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Upgrading your VPS tier ensures you have enough memory for these tasks. Next, we will cover the actual installation process.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-you-install-and-run-deepseek-with-nbsp-ollama-nbsp-nbsp\">How do you install and run DeepSeek with&nbsp;Ollama?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/How-do-you-install-and-run-DeepSeek-with-Ollama-.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up your AI environment requires a few commands in the terminal. The process involves preparing the server, downloading the&nbsp;framework&nbsp;and fetching the model. We will break this down into four clear phases.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-connect-to-your-vps-via-ssh-nbsp-nbsp\">1. Connect to your VPS via SSH&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Open your terminal or a program like PuTTY to log into your server. You must connect as the root user to configure the necessary permissions. Always update your package manager before starting any new installation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-install-the-nbsp-ollama-nbsp-framework-nbsp-nbsp\">2. Install the&nbsp;Ollama&nbsp;framework&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Download the official curl installation script provided by the&nbsp;Ollama&nbsp;team. This script automatically handles all necessary dependencies for your Linux distribution. Once installed,&nbsp;verify&nbsp;the service is running properly in the background.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-download-and-run-the-deepseek-r1-model-nbsp-nbsp\">3. Download and run the DeepSeek-R1 model&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the command&nbsp;ollama&nbsp;run&nbsp;deepseek-r1 to download the model directly to your&nbsp;NVMe&nbsp;storage. The system pulls the required files and starts the interactive prompt automatically. You can then test the model locally to confirm it generates responses.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-configure-nbsp-an-nbsp-nginx-reverse-proxy-nbsp-nbsp\">4. Configure&nbsp;an&nbsp;Nginx reverse proxy&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Install Nginx to safely expose the&nbsp;Ollama&nbsp;API to the public internet. You must set up basic authentication and strict&nbsp;firewall&nbsp;rules. This approach ensures only authorized users can query your self-hosted LLM.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the installation complete, you might wonder which hosting provider works best for this setup.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-choose-bluehost-for-vps-ai-deployment-nbsp-nbsp\">Why choose Bluehost for VPS AI deployment?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right infrastructure makes&nbsp;a huge difference&nbsp;when deploying AI tools. A Bluehost VPS gives you the full root access&nbsp;required&nbsp;for installing custom software like&nbsp;Ollama. Every tier includes fast&nbsp;NVMe&nbsp;SSD storage to ensure quick data retrieval.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to have the server environment&nbsp;maintained&nbsp;for you,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/managed-vps-hosting\">managed VPS solutions<\/a>&nbsp;offer expert&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;and 24\/7 human support.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Matching the right model size to your server configuration is critical for performance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>DeepSeek Model&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>Minimum&nbsp;RAM&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>Recommended RAM&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>Storage Needed&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DeepSeek-R1 1.5B&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>4GB&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>8GB&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>5GB&nbsp;NVMe&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DeepSeek-R1 7B\/8B&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>8GB&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>16GB&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>15GB&nbsp;NVMe&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DeepSeek-R1 14B&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>16GB&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>32GB&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>25GB&nbsp;NVMe&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, running large language models on a CPU-based VPS has a real limitation. Your token generation (the speed at which words appear) will be slower compared to dedicated GPU clusters. Despite this trade-off, a CPU setup is vastly more cost-effective for&nbsp;developers&nbsp;testing prompts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-nbsp\">Final thoughts&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-hosting DeepSeek guarantees total data privacy for your sensitive projects. It also&nbsp;eliminates&nbsp;the unpredictable costs associated with public API usage. You&nbsp;retain&nbsp;full control over the environment and&nbsp;the underlying&nbsp;data.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to start building?&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/vps-hosting\/ollama\">Bluehost Ollama VPS<\/a>&nbsp;plans&nbsp;provide the full root access and&nbsp;NVMe&nbsp;SSD storage you need to deploy your own models. Now,&nbsp;let\u2019s&nbsp;review some&nbsp;common questions&nbsp;about this setup.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-nbsp\">Frequently asked questions&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779798943809\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need a GPU to run DeepSeek on a VPS?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, a GPU is not\u00a0required. Ollama is\u00a0optimized\u00a0to run inference, meaning text generation, on standard CPUs. Token generation is slower without a GPU, but the setup works well for testing and development environments. If you are learning how to run DeepSeek with\u00a0Ollama\u00a0on a VPS for the first time, a CPU-based server is a perfectly practical starting point.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779798960463\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much RAM do I need for DeepSeek-R1?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You need at least 8GB of RAM to run the 7B or 8B model versions. The larger 14B version requires a minimum of 16GB. Choosing the right model size upfront saves you from performance issues caused by memory exhaustion mid-session.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779798973084\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is\u00a0Ollama\u00a0secure for public internet access?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">By default,\u00a0Ollama\u00a0binds only to your local host, which limits exposure to the public internet. For remote access, you must set up a reverse proxy such as Nginx and add basic authentication. Skipping authentication on a public-facing endpoint exposes your\u00a0model\u00a0API to unauthorized use, so treat it as a required step, not an optional one.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779798985415\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which Linux distribution is best for running\u00a0Ollama?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ubuntu is the easiest\u00a0option\u00a0for beginners because of its wide community support and straightforward package management.\u00a0AlmaLinux\u00a0is a strong, stable choice for production or enterprise environments. Both distributions work with the official\u00a0Ollama\u00a0installation script without requiring manual configuration adjustments.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779798998161\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I run other LLMs besides DeepSeek on my VPS?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Ollama supports a wide range of open-source models, including Llama 3 and Mistral. The same\u00a0ollama\u00a0run\u00a0command works across all supported models by simply swapping the\u00a0model\u00a0name. Once you understand how to run DeepSeek with\u00a0Ollama\u00a0on a VPS, switching to or experimenting with other models takes only seconds.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key highlights&nbsp; Running a self-hosted AI model gives you complete data privacy and control. Doing this on your local computer can quickly drain resources. 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