Legitimate streaming sites play video content directly within your web browser using HTML5 video players. If a site prompts you to download a "media player update," an "extension," or a video file with an .exe or .bat extension, close the tab immediately. These are often malware or spyware packages. 4. Protect Personal Information

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Free streaming sites rarely host standard ads. Instead, they often rely on aggressive ad networks utilizing pop-unders, forced redirects, and fake "Download" buttons. Clicking these can accidentally trigger malware installations on your phone. 2. Phishing and Scams