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Results
Revenue Loss from Piracy:
$0
Churn-Related Revenue Loss:
$0
Operational Recovery Costs:
$1,000,000
Total Estimated Impact Annually:
$0
Calculator results are based on NAGRAVISION estimates and are for informational purposes only. Actual results may vary.
The results generated by this calculator are based on NAGRAVISION’s proprietary estimates and assumptions derived from industry averages and typical scenarios. These figures are provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered a guarantee of actual performance or financial results. Individual results may vary depending on your specific business metrics, market conditions, and operational factors. NAGRAVISION makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, regarding the accuracy or completeness of the results provided by this calculator. For a customized assessment tailored to your unique circumstances, please contact our team directly.
the true cost of piracy
How Much Are You Really Losing?
Piracy is more than just a content issue—it’s a business risk that impacts your revenue, subscriber loyalty, and operational efficiency.
Based on the data you provided, you can see how much piracy is costing your business in real terms. These numbers represent lost opportunities, increased churn, and the price of recovery after a breach.
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Operational Recovery Costs Breakdown
Legal Fees and Compliance:
Cybersecurity Forensics and Incident Response:
Content Re-Encryption and Redistribution:
Customer Support and Compensation:
Public Relations and Crisis Management:
Fines or Regulatory Penalties (if applicable):
Renegotiation of Content Rights
When piracy occurs, companies may need to take legal action against pirates, or they may face legal consequences for failing to protect content. Legal fees can cover everything from internal consultations to external legal teams, especially if the breach affects subscriber data or licensing agreements.
Estimated Cost: $100,000 – $1 million+
Example: A legal investigation into content theft or a lawsuit to prosecute illegal distributors.
After a breach, companies often need to hire forensic teams to investigate the attack, identify vulnerabilities, and assess the scope of the damage. This involves specialized cybersecurity services and immediate response teams to patch vulnerabilities and contain the breach.
Estimated Cost: $50,000 – $500,000+
Example: Engaging a team to analyze how the Widevine attack occurred, trace the breach, and protect further content.
In cases where pirates have gained access to valuable content (like live sports or premium movies), companies may need to re-encrypt or redistribute the content. This is especially crucial when the stolen content is being widely shared, making the original distribution channels compromised.
Estimated Cost: $200,000 – $5 million+
Example: Re-encrypting all live sports broadcasts or original programming to prevent further unauthorized distribution.
Following a breach, companies often experience an influx of customer complaints. This could lead to increased customer service costs, compensation offers, and additional support to rebuild trust with subscribers.
Estimated Cost: $50,000 – $1.5 million+
Example: Launching an outreach campaign to apologize for compromised content and issuing credits or refunds to affected subscribers.
When content is pirated, the company’s reputation can take a hit. Managing the narrative through public relations efforts, communicating with media, and deploying crisis management strategies to restore trust is crucial. These efforts require expert PR teams and well-crafted communication strategies.
Estimated Cost: $200,000 – $500,000+
Example: Hiring a PR firm to manage the public perception of the company and create a response plan.
In some regions, a company could face regulatory fines if content protection systems are proven insufficient or if sensitive data is leaked in the process of a piracy attack. This is more common when subscriber information is compromised.
Estimated Cost: $500,000 – $1 million+
Example: Fines from government bodies for non-compliance with data protection laws or copyright infringement penalties.
After a piracy attack, content rights holders (such as sports leagues, movie studios, or distributors) may seek to renegotiate contracts with the operator to ensure their content remains protected and maximized. These renegotiations often involve stricter terms and higher fees, as content owners aim to safeguard their assets and mitigate the risk of further piracy. Renegotiation could increase licensing fees by 10% to 25% of the original contract value.
Estimated Costs: $ Millions
Example: For a content deal worth $10 million annually, renegotiation could add $1 million to $2.5 million in additional annual costs.