Music Piracy Persists Despite Easy Access to Streaming Services

Despite the growth of affordable streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music, some people continue to pirate music due to convenience, lack of awareness, or unwillingness to pay. Others live in regions with limited access to legal platforms or where certain songs are geo-restricted. For some, it’s simply a habit formed during the era when piracy was rampant and music access was scarce. Additionally, stream-ripping tools and free download sites make illegal access tempting. To counter this, awareness campaigns and global access to affordable music services need to go hand in hand with strict anti-piracy measures.