The Argentine Justice ordered the immediate blocking of Magis TV, the IPTV app that distributed live channels, movies, and series without authorization, leaving its users unable to access the service on cell phones, computers, TV boxes, and smart TVs.
The measure, framed within actions against digital piracy, aims to stop the retransmission of content from platforms such as Netflix, Disney+, Max, Paramount+ or Prime Video, and comes after months of service growth, which accumulated more than 55 million accesses in the region.
Judicial blockage and scope of the measure
Judge Esteban Rossignoli, of Court No. 4 of San Isidro, issued a ruling following a complaint by the Alliance Against Audiovisual Piracy for massive copyright violations. The ruling, linked to Operation 404, orders el domain blocking and the deactivation of the service even on devices where it was already installed.
The decision included an unprecedented request to Google: Disabling the app on Android phones with an Argentine IP address, even if it was installed outside the official store. The ruling emphasizes that Magis TV offered more than a thousand channels and complete catalogs of streaming services without licenses; it also orders the deactivation even on equipment where was already installed.
The impact for users is immediate: The app stops working, does not play video on demand or live signals and cuts off access from APKs distributed on unofficial websitesThis reinforces the message that piracy not only violates rights, but also puts consumers' digital security at risk.
The industry's reaction was overwhelming.LaLiga supported the measure and emphasized that, with the collaboration of technology and search engines, the reduction in piracy could be significant. The affected platforms had reported significant losses due to unauthorized streaming.
Reasons why Magis TV was illegal and the associated risks
Magis TV operated via IPTV: This protocol is not illegal in itself, but it is retransmit protected content without a licenseThe app offered free access to movies, exclusive series and sports, and in some cases charged for premium packages despite not having distribution permits.
The app was never in official stores: It was installed via APK from third-party websites. It also requested excessive permissions (storage, camera and microphone), which increased the risk of malicious code and unauthorized access to devices.
- Malware and viruses: There is a high probability of infection when downloading unverified files.
- Data theft: the exposure of passwords, banking information and personal documents.
- Abusive access: possible camera or microphone activations and reading of files from the device.
- Compromised Wi-Fi Network: which puts all connected equipment in the home at risk.
- Misleading advertising and fraud: redirects and covert subscription scams.
APKs with labels like “2025 (v6.3.0)” are circulating., but install them does not guarantee access in Argentina and the risks increase: backdoors, session hijacking, and increased privileges that make it easier for malicious actors to control the device. For specific cases regarding risks and alternatives when viewing content on Magis TV, there are specific reports such as the analysis on watch certain movies on Magis TV.
Using apps that violate intellectual property can carry legal consequences, in addition to the technical effects and risks to digital security, something that cybersecurity specialists have been constantly warning about.
Legal and safe alternatives to access free or lower risk content include platforms such as YouTube, Pluto TV or Vix, available from official stores and operating under official licenses. Stremio is also an option, as long as you avoid unauthorized add-ons.
For advanced features or access to new releases, paid platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Max and Apple TV+ provide greater quality and protectionIt's recommended that you install your apps from verified stores and enable additional security measures, such as two-factor authentication.
The decision to block Magis TV reflects the commitment of authorities and the industry to reducing pirated content and protecting consumers by promoting the use of official channels and the legal distribution of content across all devices.
