Streaming giants target VidSrc in new Anime Piracy legal action
Anime piracy is being targeted by streaming giants such as Netflix, Disney, and Crunchyroll, which have joined forces to take legal action against a major piracy platform. The goal is to address the issue on a large scale, but the process is becoming increasingly complex as pirate sites fight back.
According to TorrentFreak, a new development in the global offensive against piracy is now directly targeting VidSrc domains. This new action follows an initial strike in September, when 248 domains were taken down, including some of the most popular anime piracy websites, such as AnimesHeaven, AnimeKai, and Anoboy.
The companies behind the lawsuit include Universal City Studios Productions LLLP, Warner Bros. Entertainment, Netflix US, LLC, Disney Enterprises Inc., Apple Video Programming LLC, Crunchyroll LLC, as well as South Korean companies SBS Co. Ltd., CJ ENM Co. Ltd., and SLL Joongang Co. Ltd. Hollywood’s involvement adds weight to the fight, although the “hydra-like” nature of piracy may make controlling the situation difficult.
VidSrc Tries to Evade Anti-Piracy Actions
It has been reported that the group behind VidSrc has already taken steps to evade legal action. The main tactic so far was shifting to Russian domains, complicating enforcement—particularly since the lawsuit is being pursued in India, where it originated.
This reaction is central to the case, as the nature of domains makes blocking and takedowns particularly challenging. Even when a piracy site is shut down, others quickly emerge to replace it, creating an endless cycle. VidSrc’s move to Russian domains shows that this game of cat and mouse is likely to continue.
With cross-border actions, enforcing judicial decisions becomes even more difficult. The New Delhi court may rule in favor of entertainment companies, but compelling a Russian domain registrar to cooperate is another matter entirely.
New Injunction Seeks to Stop Large-Scale Anime Piracy
The new court order significantly broadens the scope of efforts to halt this constant domain rotation. Now, sites that simply resemble previous ones—in name, branding, or operator identity—can be immediately targeted.
The initial decision blocked 248 domains via Internet providers in India and also ordered domain registrars worldwide to suspend the sites within 72 hours. They were also required to collect and hand over personal details of domain owners, including credit card information, phone numbers, and more.
With Crunchyroll, Netflix, Disney, and other major studios now officially involved, the impact on anime piracy may be substantial. Users who rely on free anime streaming sites may find their options limited or completely cut off, especially in India. Additionally, with the constant domain shifting, many of these sites are likely to lose traffic.