Torrenting is a method of peer-to-peer file exchange that
enables users to download and distribute large files, such as
movies and TV series, efficiently. However, the use of torrenting
to download copyright material without permission from the person
or organisation who holds the copyright is against the law. It
would effectively be classified as a form of white collar
crime.
The following outlines the legal status of torrenting, including
relevant liabilities under civil law as well as the various
criminal offences that may apply.
This article is a guide on the law on torrenting. For tailored
advice, get in touch with our criminal lawyers.
What is Torrenting?
Torrenting is an increasingly popular method of peer-to-peer
file sharing. Unlike traditional downloading, where a file is
obtained from a single source or server, torrenting involves
multiple users (peers) sharing pieces of the file
simultaneously.
