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Digital Piracy in Ecuador: A Legal Challenge in the Technological Era
- August 21st, 2025
- Quevedo & Ponce
Intellectual property is a fundamental pillar for the cultural, scientific, and economic development of any society. In Ecuador, this right has constitutional recognition and protection, including both copyright and related rights.
However, the advancement of digital technologies and the widespread use of illegal platforms such as MagisTV, MegaPlay, and LikeTV, which provide unauthorized access to series, movies, pay television, and sporting events, have posed serious challenges for its effective protection.
What is digital piracy?
Digital piracy refers to the unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or commercialization of works protected by copyright through digital means. This includes content such as music, movies, books, software, television broadcasts, and any other type of digital material.
This practice directly affects creators, artists, educators, publishers, software developers, and content producers, whose works are easily infringed in digital environments.
Legal framework in Ecuador
Ecuador has the Organic Code of the Social Economy of Knowledge, Creativity and Innovation (Código de Ingenios), which establishes the legal foundations for the protection of intellectual property. In addition, the country is a signatory to international agreements such as the Berne Convention and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) treaties, reinforcing its commitment to the protection of these rights.
Institutional actions and legal measures
In recent years, the National Service of Intellectual Rights (SENADI) has intensified its fight against digital piracy through:
- Legal actions
- Blocking of illegal platforms
- Coordination with internet service providers
These measures aim to protect rights holders and promote legal, safe, and ethical digital consumption.
Legal consequences of digital piracy
Digital piracy can carry significant legal implications, including:
- Civil penalties, such as compensation to affected rights holders.
- Criminal liability, depending on the severity of the infringement.
- Precautionary measures, such as blocking websites and domains that distribute illicit content.
In addition to the legal impact, the use of pirate platforms exposes users to significant digital risks such as personal data theft, malware installation, online fraud, and cybercrime.
At Quevedo & Ponce, we provide comprehensive advice to creators, companies, institutions, and users on matters related to intellectual property.
We promote a digital culture based on respect, legality, and innovation, in line with the current challenges of the Ecuadorian and global digital environment.
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