Nufu.tv promises no Ads or Lags just pure HD content for a subscription fee of $6.99 monthly. You’re probably wondering if it’s a legit NFL streaming site or if there are any consequences when you use the platform. Here’s a breakdown of what you should know;
- It’s not a licensed NFL streaming website
- Nufu.tv poses both security and legal risks to users.
- It could expose your device to malware, bloatware or worm.
Overview of Nufu.tv
Launched in 2023, Nufu.tv aka Nufu TV is a platform that offers football (soccer) match streaming in various resolution. The website claims ‘No Ads, No Lags, just HD content’. There’s also an app available on Google Playstore, which unfortunately has poor 2 star ratings from users.
The complaints documented are issues such as ‘match buffering, freezing of the app, and login issues’.
Punishable Crime
Nufu.tv is running an illegal game of pirated content. It has not gotten the rights from NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, and NCAAF to broadcast the match. So it’s not a licensed streaming site.
Under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, distribution of copyright materials is punishable by law. Those found guilty of copyright infringement may face the following penalties:
- Up to five years in jail
- Fines and charges of up to $150,000 per file
- In addition to any other charges that might be brought against you, the copyright holder can file suit, which can result in legal fees and damages that must be paid
Deceptive Data Handling
Nufu.tv and its app don’t have any Terms of Conditions or Privacy Policy available. The website and its App have not put up any Terms of Conditions or Privacy Policy info. Users have no way of knowing if their data is safe on the site (and app). The owners of Nufu TV could sell people’s info to big data companies.
This info include – email address, IP address, browser type, cookies, device type, operating system, buying preferences and online behaviours.
What To Do If You Got Scammed
Cancel your credit card
Immediately call your financial provider and cancel your credit card. By so doing, the credit card details you used for your transaction would become null and void.
Request for a new card
After the old credit card has been canceled, ask for a new card, it doesn’t cost much to get one. Your credit card issuer will issue you a new one with different numbers.
Report the Fraud To Relevant Authorities
Report the scam to relevant authorities and organizations. This includes:
- Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3): If you are in the United States, you can file a complaint with the IC3 at https://www.ic3.gov/.
- Your Local Consumer Protection Agency: Contact your local consumer protection agency or the equivalent regulatory body in your country.
- Better Business Bureau (BBB): File a complaint with the BBB if the online store is based in the United States.
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