Software piracy is the unauthorised copying or distribution of copyrighted software.

This can be done by copying, downloading, sharing, selling, or installing multiple copies onto personal or work computers. It is illegal, increases security risks and results in economic harm such as loss of jobs and tax revenue.

Frequently Asked Questions

If I report software piracy to the BSA,
will my name be kept confidential? click to expand contents

What happens after I file a report of illegal software use? click to expand contents

What is the progress of my piracy report? click to expand contents

When will I receive my reward for reporting pirated software? click to expand contents

A reward will be paid only if BSA pursues an investigation and, as a direct result of the information provided by you, receives a monetary settlement from the reported organization. This process could take several months. If the reward requirements have been met, then BSA will consider you for a reward payment. For further information, please see the section entitled Terms and Conditions available on the BSA website.

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1 in 3 pieces of software across Europe is unlicensed

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Your report is confidential.

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A Word on Confidentiality

It is the Business Software Alliance’s strict policy to keep all information about you confidential. We thank you for your report and will not disclose your information unless required by law to do so.

Software piracy is the unauthorised copying or distribution of copyrighted software.

This can be done by copying, downloading, sharing, selling, or installing multiple copies onto personal or work computers. It is illegal, increases security risks and results in economic harm such as loss of jobs and tax revenue.

Frequently Asked Questions

If I report software piracy to the BSA,
will my name be kept confidential? click to expand contents

What happens after I file a report of illegal software use? click to expand contents

What is the progress of my piracy report? click to expand contents

When will I receive my reward for reporting pirated software? click to expand contents

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1 in 3 pieces of software across Europe is unlicensed

Report Piracy Now!

Your report is confidential.

Select Type of Piracy*

A Word on Confidentiality

It is the Business Software Alliance’s strict policy to keep all information about you confidential. We thank you for your report and will not disclose your information unless required by law to do so.

Software piracy is the unauthorised copying or distribution of copyrighted software.

This can be done by copying, downloading, sharing, selling, or installing multiple copies onto personal or work computers. It is illegal, increases security risks and results in economic harm such as loss of jobs and tax revenue.

Frequently Asked Questions

If I report software piracy to the BSA, will my name be kept confidential? click to expand contents

What happens after I file a report of illegal software use? click to expand contents

What is the progress of my piracy report? click to expand contents

When will I receive my reward for reporting pirated software? click to expand contents

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If I report software piracy to the BSA,
will my name be kept confidential? click to expand contents