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GLM-4.5

Advanced multilingual LLM with enhanced reasoning and long-context support

GLM-4.5 (General Language Model) is Zhipu AI's latest large language model in the ChatGLM/GLM series, released in 2026. Building on the success of previous GLM models, GLM-4.5 offers enhanced reasoning capabilities, improved multilingual support (with strong Chinese and English capabilities), and advanced instruction-following. The model is designed for both chat and completion tasks, with support for long context windows and fine-tuned variants for specific use cases. GLM-4.5 maintains Zhipu AI's focus on efficient inference and cost-effective deployment. Available through Zhipu AI's platform (web interface and API) with options for local deployment of open-source variants.

QUICK FACTS

Pricing Freemium
Platforms web, api, local
API Yes
Open Source Yes
Modalities LLMs
Best For Best for Multilingual
Date Added 2026-01-01

WHY WE PICKED IT

Advanced Chinese LLM with strong multilingual capabilities, efficient inference, and comprehensive deployment options.

STRENGTHS

LIMITATIONS

GETTING STARTED

Visit zhipuai.cn to access GLM-4.5 through the web interface. For API access, sign up for Zhipu AI platform and obtain API credentials. Use the REST API to integrate GLM-4.5 into your applications. For local deployment, check Zhipu AI's GitHub or official repositories for open-source model weights and deployment instructions. Free tier includes limited access. Paid plans offer higher rate limits and access to larger models.

QUICK TIPS

1 Leverage strong Chinese-English bilingual capabilities
2 Use for long-context reasoning tasks
3 Take advantage of efficient inference for cost savings
4 Explore open-source variants for local deployment
5 Use appropriate model size based on your needs

OFFICIAL LINKS

Website↗ Documentation↗ API Docs↗

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USE CASE EXAMPLES

Bilingual Content Generation

Generate high-quality content in both Chinese and English with proper context understanding.

STEPS:
  1. Access GLM-4.5 through web or API
  2. Provide prompts in Chinese, English, or mixed languages
  3. Generate content with appropriate language and cultural context
  4. Review and refine outputs for quality

Long-Context Analysis

Use GLM-4.5's long context window for comprehensive document analysis and reasoning.

STEPS:
  1. Prepare documents or text for analysis
  2. Use API or local deployment for processing
  3. Leverage long context capabilities for comprehensive understanding
  4. Extract insights and generate summaries

PRICING

Freemium Free tier available

Free tier includes limited features. Paid plans unlock full access, higher usage limits, and commercial usage rights.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Is GLM-4.5 free?

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GLM-4.5 offers a free tier with optional paid upgrades.

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Does GLM-4.5 have an API?

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Yes, GLM-4.5 offers an API for programmatic integration.

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What is GLM-4.5 best for?

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GLM-4.5 is best for Multilingual. GLM-4. Advanced Chinese LLM with strong multilingual capabilities, efficient inference, and comprehensive deployment options.

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What platforms does GLM-4.5 support?

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GLM-4.5 supports web, api, local.

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Is GLM-4.5 open source?

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Yes, GLM-4.5 is open source. You can access the source code, contribute, and deploy it on your own infrastructure.

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How do I get started with GLM-4.5?

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Visit zhipuai.cn to access GLM-4.5 through the web interface. For API access, sign up for Zhipu AI platform and obtain API credentials. Use the REST API to integrate GLM-4.5 into your applications. For local deployment, check Zhipu AI's GitHub or official repositories for open-source model weights a...

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How do I use GLM-4.5?

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GLM-4.5 is a large language model for text generation, analysis, and conversation. Access through the web interface. Enter prompts or questions to get responses. It excels at strong chinese and english language capabilities.

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