Expired50% confidenceFactExact time
Using CC Switch with DeepSeek allows users in China to access Claude Code Desktop without a VPN.
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Sources
50%
Confidence
Medium-term (~90 days)
Relevance
7/2/2026
First Seen
Valid until: 9/30/2026(expired)
Sources
Complete Guide to Claude Code Desktop: Direct Access in China + Chinese Localization + DeepSeek Integration
bilibili汉室幽而复明6/5/2026
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