GuideAI IDE

Cursor IDE in Algeria
AI Coding Paid in Algerian Dinar

Cursor is the world's most popular AI-native code editor. With DZRouter as the backend, Algerian developers can access Claude 4.6, GPT-5.3, DeepSeek, and 60+ other models inside their editor — billed in DZD, no foreign card needed.

Why Use Cursor with DZRouter?

Cursor natively requires an Anthropic or OpenAI account with an international payment card. By configuring it to use DZRouter as an OpenAI-compatible proxy, you bypass that requirement entirely and gain access to even more models.

60+ Coding Models

Access Claude 4.6 Sonnet, GPT-5.3, DeepSeek V3 0324, Qwen3 Coder, and Gemini 2.5 Pro — all inside your editor.

5-Minute Setup

Open Cursor settings, paste the DZRouter endpoint and your API key. That's it. No reinstall, no extensions, no config files.

Local DZD Billing

Every autocomplete, chat, and Composer session is billed to your DZRouter DZD wallet. Pay with Edahabia, CIB, or Chargily.

How to Set Up Cursor with DZRouter — Step by Step

  1. 01

    Install Cursor

    Download and install Cursor from cursor.com. It is free to download and available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

  2. 02

    Open Cursor Settings → Models

    Press Ctrl+Shift+J (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Shift+J (macOS) to open Cursor Settings. Navigate to Models.

  3. 03

    Add DZRouter as an OpenAI-Compatible Provider

    Scroll down to the OpenAI API Key section. Enable the toggle for Use custom API key, then enter these values:

    Cursor Settings → Models → OpenAI
    API Key:      dzr-your-api-key-here
Base URL:     https://api.dzrouter.tech/v1

    Your DZRouter API key starts with dzr-. Find it in your DZRouter dashboard after launching.

  4. 04

    Select Your Model

    In the same Models settings page, add a custom model name. You can use any model available on DZRouter:

    # Recommended for coding tasks:
anthropic/claude-sonnet-4-6    # Claude 4.6 Sonnet (best balance)
openai/gpt-5.3                 # GPT-5.3 (highest capability)
deepseek/deepseek-v3-0324      # DeepSeek V3 (cost-efficient)
openrouter/qwen/qwen3-coder    # Qwen3 Coder (open-source)
  5. 05

    Start Coding

    Open any file in Cursor. Press Ctrl+K for inline edits or Ctrl+L to open the chat panel. Your DZD wallet is charged only for the tokens you use.

Note: Cursor Pro vs. Custom API

Cursor offers its own subscription (Cursor Pro) that bundles model access. When you use DZRouter as a custom OpenAI provider, you are using the API key mode — you pay per token rather than a monthly subscription. This is often more cost-effective for Algerian developers since you pay in DZD and only for actual usage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Cursor IDE in Algeria without a foreign card?
Yes. By configuring DZRouter as the OpenAI-compatible provider in Cursor settings, you bypass the need for an Anthropic or OpenAI card. You pay in Algerian Dinar via Edahabia, CIB, Chargily, or bank transfer.
Which models work best for coding in Cursor via DZRouter?
Claude 4.6 Sonnet is the top recommendation for complex coding tasks. GPT-5.3 excels at reasoning-heavy refactors. DeepSeek V3 0324 is the best cost-efficient option. All are available through DZRouter.
Does DZRouter support Cursor's Composer feature?
Yes. Cursor Composer uses the same OpenAI-compatible chat completions API. Any model on DZRouter that supports chat completions will work with Composer, including Claude 4.6 and GPT-5.3.
Will autocomplete work through DZRouter?
Cursor's ghost-text autocomplete (Tab completion) uses a separate fast model internally. To use DZRouter for autocomplete, select a fast model like DeepSeek V3 or Qwen3 Coder as your custom model in Cursor settings.

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