Users' questions 

How much trouble can you get in for pirating?

Leia Doyle

How much trouble can you get in for pirating?

A civil lawsuit could hold you responsible for thousands of dollars in damages. Criminal charges may leave you with a felony record, accompanied by up to five years of jail time and fines up to $250,000.

Is it illegal to view pirated content?

Watching a stream of unlicensed movies, TV and sporting events is legal. Any discussion of the legality of streaming in the U.S. begins with the Copyright Act of 1976. And watching a stream — even if it’s unauthorized by the copyright holder — doesn’t technically violate these rights.

Is pirating things illegal?

Digital piracy is the act of downloading and or distributing copyrighted material and intellectual property without paying for it. And it is most certainly an illegal act. Digital piracy is a violation of federal copyright laws. It can result in steep fines and imprisonment.

Can you go to jail for pirating?

Those found guilty of copyright infringement may face the following penalties: Up to five years in jail. Fines and charges of up to $150,000 per file. In addition to any other charges that might be brought against you, the copyright holder can file suit, which can result in legal fees and damages that must be paid.

Is OnionPlay illegal?

So let me tell you that OnionPlay is not a legit website. This is a pirated website that steals movies and uploads them to your website and you see them for free. Is OnionPlay safe to use? No pirated website is safe.

Is 123Movies safe to use?

Is 123Movies safe? Probably not. Not only do you risk getting a fine when using 123Movies in certain countries, the official site of 123Movies has been taken down and has been replaced by all kind of copies. These copies are owned by people who could potentially inject malware to the site or show you malicious ads.

Where can I go to watch movies for free?

10 sites where you can watch movies for free

  • Kanopy. If you love art house or classic movies, Kanopy is the best site for free streaming.
  • Popcornflix. For those who prefer more mainstream movies, Popcornflix perfectly fits its name.
  • Vimeo.
  • Internet Archive.
  • Sony Crackle.
  • Vudu.
  • IMDb.
  • hoopla.