A pirated app is a fake app mimicking Deezer's service. Hackers tweak and reuse Deezer's technology to unlock Deezer Premium features. Pirated apps rely on a specific version of the Deezer app, so once you've logged in you won't get any new features or app updates, including any bugs we've fixed. Pirated apps are not exclusive to a particular operating system, and can be found when downloaded for both iOS and Android.
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The risks of using a pirated app
In a world driven by convenience, the temptation to install, pirate, or download mod APKs from unofficial sources is strong, especially for music streaming services like Deezer. However, using a pirated Deezer mod APK involves significant risks. This section highlights the security, performance, and device integrity issues that users may encounter with unauthorized installations.
- Security - Using a pirated apk app can cause significant security risks. Hackers can steal your personal information, damage your device, attack your network or use malware, spyware or viruses to penetrate your information
- Performance - Installing a modded app can result in more frequent crashes, freezes and loss of data. Users may also experience voice and data issues with unreliable connections, inaccurate location data and dropped calls
- Battery - Hacked apps can cause battery drain, shortening the life of your Android, iPhone, iPad or tablet device
- Warranty - Rooting/jailbreaking can cause your device to go straight out of warranty and, if anything happens, your manufacturer will not cover damages
- Services - Certain apps may no longer work on your device. You may also notice that apps no longer receive notifications and experience issues synchronizing data
- Updates/New Features - You may be unable to access or apply future software updates and new features
These risks are not operating system or model specific, and pirated apps can affect both iOS and Android. Once you have compromised your technology, it can be very hard to restore your device to its factory state.
How to support the artists you love
Pirated apps do not support artists, musicians, composers, songwriters and podcasters. Digital streaming services like Deezer represent more than half of the global recorded music revenue and are an integral part of music.
As part of our mission to be one of the industry's fairest digital streaming services, we're championing a User-Centric Payment System (UCPS) that you can read more about here.
By using Deezer, users are showing support for the artists, musicians, composers, songwriters and podcasters you love. Sign up to one of our plans to listen to all your favorite songs, playlists, podcasts and more. Using the real Deezer is a small price to pay to support the artists you love.
How to download Deezer safely
The best way to ensure you are downloading the official Deezer app is through our website, where you will find the official link to our latest version on either your iOS or Android app store. Doing this will eliminate any chance of security risk, battery drain, loss of device performance and will ensure you get every latest update as soon as they are released! With Deezer, you can enjoy premium quality audio, download your favorite songs and playlists for offline listening, and choose between our free and premium plans to suit your needs.
FAQ
What should I do if I’ve accidentally downloaded a pirated version of Deezer app on my mobile or desktop?
If you have downloaded a pirated app, it is advisable to remove the application in full by deleting it from your device. For an extra layer of security, you can reset your device settings to factory status - before doing so, make sure you save and can restore a backup version of your device without the pirated app downloaded.
If I have downloaded a pirated app, can I get a replacement device?
Unfortunately once a device has been exposed to a pirated application, the associated risks to the device such as battery drain and security performance issues will likely render the device ineligible for warranty from most retailers.
How do I know if I've accidentally downloaded a pirated version of the Deezer app?
Some devices have inbuilt software that will flag up when you've downloaded something that can cause security or performance risk to your device. However, pirated applications are increasingly adept at behaving and looking like the real thing. The best way to ensure that you have not downloaded a pirated app, is to delete and uninstall the app itself, before going to the official Deezer website and downloading it directly from there.
Can downloading and using a pirated version of the Deezer app affect other apps on my device?
It's unclear how a pirated app interacts with other applications on your device, however the risks of downloading a pirated app can cause security risks, performance issues and invalidated warranty on your device, which could make the use of other applications more challenging.
How do I remove a pirated version of the Deezer app completely from my device?
To ensure that you have fully removed the pirated app from your device, the best step is to reset your device to its factory settings and restore a previous version of your device, making sure that the previous version does not include the pirated version.
What steps can I take to download Deezer safely and avoid pirated versions?
Downloading the Deezer app directly from our website is the most secure way of ensuring you are downloading the official Deezer application.