TorrentFreak Turns 20
10 days ago
- #copyright
- #piracy
- #file-sharing
- TorrentFreak was launched in 2005 to document the file-sharing ecosystem and provide balanced coverage amidst polarized anti-piracy messaging.
- The site started as a solo project but grew to include Andy Maxwell, becoming a critical observer of the piracy and copyright landscape.
- Over the years, the file-sharing scene evolved from hobbyist 'pirates' to more criminal elements, with rightsholders increasing enforcement and lobbying efforts.
- TorrentFreak has maintained neutrality, highlighting multiple perspectives and avoiding extreme positions in its reporting.
- The founders reflect on 20 years of TorrentFreak, acknowledging the role of luck, community support, and reader engagement in its longevity.
- Moving forward, TorrentFreak plans to continue at its own pace, focusing on niche topics where it can add unique value.