diff --git a/documentation/docs/getting-started/providers.md b/documentation/docs/getting-started/providers.md
index 78a4f9ea..d034afa9 100644
--- a/documentation/docs/getting-started/providers.md
+++ b/documentation/docs/getting-started/providers.md
@@ -95,8 +95,8 @@ To configure your chosen provider or see available options, run `goose configure
 
 Ollama provides local LLMs, which requires a bit more set up before you can use it with Goose.
 
-:::warning Extensions Not Supported with DeepSeek
-DeepSeek models do not support tool calling. So if using one of these models, all Goose [extensions must be disabled](/docs/getting-started/using-extensions#enablingdisabling-extensions).
+:::warning Custom DeekSeek Model
+The native `DeepSeek-r1` model does not support tool calling. If using this model, all Goose [extensions must be disabled](/docs/getting-started/using-extensions#enablingdisabling-extensions). As an alternative, you can use a [custom DeepSeek-r1 model](/docs/getting-started/using-goose-free#deepseek-r1) we've made specifically for Goose.
 :::
 
 1. [Download Ollama](https://ollama.com/download). 
diff --git a/documentation/docs/getting-started/using-goose-free.md b/documentation/docs/getting-started/using-goose-free.md
index 9394e91c..3f279b62 100644
--- a/documentation/docs/getting-started/using-goose-free.md
+++ b/documentation/docs/getting-started/using-goose-free.md
@@ -8,17 +8,13 @@ import TabItem from '@theme/TabItem';
 
 # Using Goose for Free
 
-:::info Supported Environments
-Goose currently works only on **macOS** and **Linux** systems, and supports both **ARM** and **x86** architectures. If you'd like to request support for additional operating systems, please [open an issue on GitHub](https://github.com/block/goose/issues/new?template=Blank+issue).
-:::
-
 Goose is a free and open source developer AI agent that you can start using right away, but not all supported [LLM Providers][providers] provide a free tier. 
 
 Below, we outline a couple of free options and how to get started with them.
 
 
 ## Google Gemini
-Google Gemini provides free access to its AI capabilities with some limitations. To start using the Gemini API with Goose, you need an API Key from [Google AI studio](https://aistudio.google.com/app/apikey).
+Google Gemini provides a free tier. To start using the Gemini API with Goose, you need an API Key from [Google AI studio](https://aistudio.google.com/app/apikey).
 
 To set up Google Gemini with Goose, follow these steps:
 
@@ -29,7 +25,9 @@ To set up Google Gemini with Goose, follow these steps:
     goose configure
     ```
     2. Select `Configure Providers` from the menu.
-    3. Follow the prompts to choose `Google Gemini` as the provider and enter your API key. 
+    3. Follow the prompts to choose `Google Gemini` as the provider.
+    4. Enter your API key when prompted.
+    5. Enter the Gemini model of your choice.
 
     ```
     ┌   goose-configure
@@ -63,6 +61,89 @@ To set up Google Gemini with Goose, follow these steps:
   </TabItem>
 </Tabs>
 
+## DeepSeek-R1
+
+:::warning
+Depending on the model's size, you'll need a relatively powerful device to smoothly run local LLMs.
+:::
+
+Ollama provides open source LLMs, such as `DeepSeek-r1`, that you can install and run locally.
+Note that the native `DeepSeek-r1` model doesn't support tool calling, however, we have a [custom model](https://ollama.com/michaelneale/deepseek-r1-goose) you can use with Goose. 
+
+
+
+1. Download and install Ollama from [ollama.com](https://ollama.com/download).
+2. In a terminal window, run the following command to install the custom DeepSeek-r1 model:
+
+```sh
+ollama run michaelneale/deepseek-r1-goose
+```
+
+<Tabs groupId="interface">
+  <TabItem value="cli" label="Goose CLI" default>
+    3. In a separate terminal window, configure with Goose:
+
+    ```sh
+    goose configure
+    ```
+
+    4. Choose to `Configure Providers`
+
+    ```
+    ┌   goose-configure 
+    │
+    ◆  What would you like to configure?
+    │  ● Configure Providers (Change provider or update credentials)
+    │  ○ Toggle Extensions 
+    │  ○ Add Extension 
+    └  
+    ```
+
+    5. Choose `Ollama` as the model provider
+
+    ```
+    ┌   goose-configure 
+    │
+    ◇  What would you like to configure?
+    │  Configure Providers 
+    │
+    ◆  Which model provider should we use?
+    │  ○ Anthropic 
+    │  ○ Databricks 
+    │  ○ Google Gemini 
+    │  ○ Groq 
+    │  ● Ollama (Local open source models)
+    │  ○ OpenAI 
+    │  ○ OpenRouter 
+    └  
+    ```
+
+    6. Enter the installed deepseek-r1 model from above
+
+    ```
+    ┌   goose-configure 
+    │
+    ◇  What would you like to configure?
+    │  Configure Providers 
+    │
+    ◇  Which model provider should we use?
+    │  Ollama 
+    │
+    ◇  Enter a model from that provider:
+    │  michaelneale/deepseek-r1-goose
+    │
+    ◇  Welcome! You're all set to explore and utilize my capabilities. Let's get started on solving your problems together!
+    │
+    └  Configuration saved successfully
+    ```
+  </TabItem>
+  <TabItem value="ui" label="Goose Desktop">
+    3. Click `...` in the top-right corner.
+    4. Navigate to `Settings` -> `Browse Models` -> and select `Ollama` from the list.
+    5. Enter `michaelneale/deepseek-r1-goose` for the model name.
+  </TabItem>
+</Tabs>
+
 ## Limitations
 
 These free options are a great way to get started with Goose and explore its capabilities. However, if you need more advanced features or higher usage limits, you can upgrade to a paid plan with your LLM provider.