Streaming | R/piracy

This study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data. We collected data from r/piracy, a subreddit with over 1.3 million subscribers, using Reddit's API and web scraping techniques. Our dataset includes:

The r/piracy community is comprised of:

Future studies could explore:

: This is the crown jewel of the subreddit. It is a curated, frequently updated list of "safe" sites for streaming, torrenting, and direct downloads. It helps users avoid the cyber-security risks associated with random "free movie" sites, such as malware or data theft. r/piracy streaming

: Users now need 5-6 different subscriptions to watch the same amount of content they used to get on one or two platforms. It is a curated, frequently updated list of

Our qualitative analysis reveals several key norms and behaviors within the r/piracy community: Our qualitative analysis reveals several key norms and