For Crypto Users: Reasons why we should not download pirated softwares

[mu_enrico]

I have already answered your question, the topic does not have many posts and it would certainly be desirable to read it first and then ask a question

But I'd like to read more than just this common sense

For some, this is still the main choice when it comes to movies or series, and if the content is downloaded from already verified users, then there should be no problems. I have never had a problem with such an approach, although I have even left torrents because I have another access to media content that eliminates any risk of downloading content.

The malware can be disguised as a legitimate movie, but instead of the normal movie formats (avi/mkv/mp4) it has a completely different extension. As you can see, sometimes you can get clipboard malware instead of a movie.

Torrent Movies Virus also contains another high-risk feature: it detects when the user is visiting cryptowallet websites used to transfer cryptocurrency. It steals cryptocurrency by changing the recipient wallet's address to one belonging to cyber criminals. Cryptocurrency wallet addresses are long strings of random characters and digits, and thus users are unlikely to notice any changes (all this is performed immediately the user attempts to paste a copied cryptowallet address). In summary, users end up transferring cryptocurrency to cyber criminals, rather than their intended recipient

This what I need.

Thanks!

[lovesmayfamilis]

I was such an ignorant way before joining this forum. Nowadays, I don't use pirated software from torrent anymore.
But how about movies? I still use torrent sites to download free videos. Any harm to doing that?

After reading a few posts above, I would like to say that you are a little off-topic. By itself, pirated software for some people are possible and will be useful. Especially when you consider that the necessary software is expensive, and people do not have enough money.
But here it is important to understand for wallet owners themselves that if you are working with cryptocurrency, the risk of losing your money is very high. Another thing is when a pirate toy is downloaded to a computer designed for entertainment.
Do not blame anyone after data theft.
"Cheapest is the dearest"

[Baofeng]

Isn't this why most people separate the PC's used for work/job stuff and personal usage? I mean, even if you don't want to, as long as you're dealing with money, then you basically have no choice. Especially if you are one of the others that use pirated software for literally everything.

I think for majority, specially for beginners, this is not a choice. This is not new, even prior the crypto downloading pirated software is a 'thing' because you can get everything you want.

But if we really wanted to be on the safe side, there are still options like using Unix flavoured OS. And as we grow a lot, many having a separate PC will do the trick and not to fall for this malicious softwares out there.

[tvplus006]

Isn't this why most people separate the PC's used for work/job stuff and personal usage? I mean, even if you don't want to, as long as you're dealing with money, then you basically have no choice. Especially if you are one of the others that use pirated software for literally everything.

Pirated software is dangerous not only for cryptocurrency users, but also for absolutely everyone. In addition, if you violate copyright,you yourself become a criminal, for which there is responsibility. Therefore, in addition to losing your personal data, you may also be penalized for using pirated software.

[RabbiTANK]

Nothing is 100% free, lol no one works for free without taking something back, I don't use cracked software on my PC with wallets, I even find mobile phones more secured than PC because installing softwares, downloading stuffs and using browsers on PC can easily make your computer vunerable to different types of attacks

[KrisAlex18]

It is really prohibited especially if you have important information on your PC, pirated software can cause malicious software or virus that can delete your important data, the worst thing here is it may be made by the hackers and once you installed it on your device he or she can access some of your information including your wallet, which is so terrible because he can hack your account.

To avoid such things:
1. You should check the software, you should compare it to the original software if there is any difference between both things then it can be fake.
2. You can do some research, just read some reviews about the prohibited

[Saisher]

- You think you get away because it's free, you're wrong, in the long run it won't work as crack softwares disables the auto update. And software companies now are implementing solutions to stop piracy itself.

Software cannot run for a long time without a bug and an update, it will render the software obsolete and a lot of  error if it stopped updating, this is one of the perks of buying a licensed one, you are eligible for an update, you can have a support, something that crack software cannot, it's not worth using a crack, you can still avail of software that you want or need there store that offer great discounts on these softwares.

[OpeningVN]

Not only software, games are also an indispensable part for many users. I'm sure most of us are willing to download crack games, because they're free. I think it will one day affect crypto users.

[Pmalek]

A licensed OS is the minimum everyone should have. Unfortunately even that is not possible in many part of the world. For those who use pirated software and torrents, at least use that on a different machine that doesn't hold your crypto, wallets, financials, etc.
I have licensed OSs on both of my computers and laptops. But on one of them I use torrents for TV Shows and Movies. I've never had any problems. I never download anything that wasn't uploaded by VIPs, Premium, or Trusted uploaders. The file goes onto a USB stick and into the TV.
This of course is not a guarantee of anything, but it's safer than just downloading and running anything you find.