The #1 Anti-Piracy Platform

Protect your content.
Maximize your revenue.

Link-Busters detects and removes pirated content across the entire web at scale. Trusted by the world's leading publishers, developers, and creators.

Link-Busters anti-piracy platform dashboard showing real-time DMCA takedown analytics

Trusted by leading rights holders worldwide

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#1 Worldwide

The world's leading anti-piracy organization — verified by Google

Link-Busters is the #1 Reporting Organization in Google's Transparency Report, with more copyright removal requests than any other organization in the world.

# Reporting organization Requested URLs
1 Link-Busters.com 5,700,000,000+

Source: Google Transparency Report — Copyright removal requests by reporting organization

5.7B+
DMCA takedowns sent
1M+
Products protected
150K+
Infringing sites covered
24/7
Continuous monitoring

What we do

Complete content protection, from detection to enforcement

Our technology identifies and removes pirated content faster and at greater scale than anyone in the industry.

Detection & Scanning

Our proprietary crawlers continuously scan the entire web, identifying pirated copies of your content across search engines, file-sharing sites, cyberlockers, and social platforms in real time.

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Automated Enforcement

We send DMCA takedown notices at massive scale — automatically removing infringing links from Google and other search engines, hosting providers, and social media platforms within hours.

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Analytics & Reporting

Real-time dashboards provide full visibility into your anti-piracy campaign: what was detected, what was removed, and measurable impact on your traffic and revenue.

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API Integration

Integrate anti-piracy data directly into your own systems with our REST API. Automate catalog submissions, retrieve takedown statuses, and pull analytics programmatically — perfect for publishers and platforms managing large content libraries.

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How it works

From onboarding to results in days, not months

Getting started is simple. We handle the complexity so you can focus on creating.

Share your catalog

Provide us with the titles you want protected. Our team creates a custom strategy tailored to your content type, market, and risk profile.

We detect & enforce

Our technology begins scanning the web immediately, identifying infringing content and sending takedown notices automatically — at scale, around the clock.

Track your results

Monitor everything through your personalized dashboard. See real-time data on detections, removals, and the effectiveness of your content protection.

Industries we serve

Tailored protection for every type of content

Whether you're a global publisher or an independent creator, we have a solution built for your needs.

Publishing & eBooks

Protect your books, textbooks, academic papers, and digital publications from unauthorized sharing across file-hosting sites, torrent networks, and shadow libraries. We serve leading publishers including Taylor & Francis, MIT Press, and Johns Hopkins University Press.

Music & Audio

Stop unauthorized distribution of albums, sample packs, sound libraries, and audio plugins. Our scanning technology covers all major piracy platforms, protecting your audio intellectual property at every level.

Software & SaaS

Protect your software, plugins, games, and digital tools from cracking and unauthorized distribution. We scan warez sites, forums, and distribution networks — trusted by companies like JetBrains and iZotope.

Film, Video & Courses

Fight illegal uploads, stream-ripping, and unauthorized redistribution of your video content. From online courses to feature films, our enforcement system removes pirated copies within hours of detection.

Platform capabilities

Enterprise-grade technology, built for scale

Our platform processes millions of data points daily, giving you complete control over your anti-piracy operations.

Real-Time Monitoring

24/7 automated scanning across search engines, file-sharing sites, cyberlockers, and torrent networks worldwide.

Instant Takedowns

Automated DMCA enforcement at scale. Takedown notices are sent within minutes, with average removal times measured in hours, not weeks.

Actionable Analytics

Dashboards with real-time data on detections, removals, and piracy trends. Export reports and track progress with precision.

DMCA & GDPR Compliant

Fully compliant with global copyright regulations. All enforcement actions are documented, auditable, and legally sound.

Dedicated Account Team

Every client gets a dedicated account manager who understands your industry, your content, and your specific piracy challenges.

Global Coverage

We monitor and enforce across every major jurisdiction and platform worldwide. Piracy doesn't have borders — neither do we.

Global reach

Worldwide protection

Piracy does not respect borders, and neither do we. Our monitoring network spans over 150,000 websites across every continent, ensuring your content is protected no matter where infringement occurs. From major cyberlockers in Eastern Europe to torrent networks in Asia, we have you covered.

  • Monitoring across 150,000+ known piracy sites worldwide
  • Coverage of torrent networks, cyberlockers, and forums
  • Search engine delisting on Google and other search engines
  • New infringing domains discovered and added daily
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Global map showing Link-Busters worldwide piracy monitoring coverage across 150,000+ sites

AI-powered

Supercharged by artificial intelligence

We harness the power of AI to dramatically amplify the speed, accuracy, and scale of our anti-piracy operations. Our AI-powered tools continuously improve at identifying pirated content — even when titles are altered, metadata is stripped, or files are disguised under different names.

We are processing millions of URLs daily, prioritize the highest-impact infringements, and adapt to new piracy tactics in real-time. The result: faster takedowns, higher accuracy, and measurably better protection for your content.

  • Automated detection identifies pirated copies across file-sharing sites, cyberlockers, and torrent networks
  • Billions of data points powering smarter detection and prioritization
  • Smart prioritization focuses on highest-impact infringements first
  • Continuously learning and adapting to new piracy tactics

Automation at Scale

Our platform processes millions of URLs daily, detecting and acting on pirated content across the web, enhanced by AI to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Specialized tools

Next-generation anti-piracy capabilities

Beyond traditional takedowns, we offer specialized tools that tackle piracy on emerging platforms and protect your content against new threats — including AI-powered language models.

YouTube Anti-Piracy Tools

YouTube is one of the largest platforms where pirated content surfaces — from full audiobooks and music albums to software tutorials using cracked products. Our dedicated YouTube toolkit gives you the power to fight back at scale.

Automated scanning of YouTube for unauthorized uploads of your content
Bulk DMCA takedown requests filed directly through YouTube's copyright system
Continuous scanning to detect new infringing uploads as they appear
Channel-level tracking to identify serial offenders and repeat infringers
Reporting on YouTube takedown results

AI Probing

Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Gemini, Llama, Copilot, and others are trained on vast amounts of data — and some of that data may include your copyrighted content. Our AI Probing service investigates whether your published works have been ingested by these models without authorization.

Systematic probing of major LLMs to test if they reproduce your copyrighted content
Detailed evidence reports documenting instances where AI models output your protected material
Coverage of all major AI platforms: OpenAI ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Meta Llama, Microsoft Copilot, and more
Detection results to support copyright claims and licensing negotiations with AI companies
Stay ahead of the curve as AI copyright law evolves globally

What our clients say

Trusted by industry leaders worldwide

"We have noticed an increase in international sales for one of our best-selling titles. We highly recommend Link-Busters to other publishers."

"They offer better reporting, inspire confidence, and have a fuller understanding of the risks and threats. At least 400% more removals than previous years."

Results

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Link-Busters has only been in business since 2010 and still holds the record for the most links and unauthorized copies removed in many segments.

Thieme case study - Link-Busters anti-piracy
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Learn to turn piracy into profit

Founded in 1886, Thieme has become a synonym for high quality and excellence in medical and scientific publishing. Today, Thieme publishes 150 peer-reviewed journals and more than 450 new books annually.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does Link-Busters do?
Link-Busters is an anti-piracy service that detects and removes illegally distributed copies of your content from the internet. We send DMCA takedown notices on your behalf to hosting providers, search engines, and piracy websites to protect your intellectual property and revenue.
How does the anti-piracy process work?
Our process involves three steps: First, we research and detect infringing content across the web using automated crawling and manual investigation. Second, we respond by sending legally compliant DMCA takedown notices. Third, we report all results through a real-time dashboard where you can track removals and analytics.
Which industries does Link-Busters serve?
We serve a wide range of industries including publishing, software, entertainment, and education. Our clients include major publishers like Thieme, MIT Press, and Taylor & Francis, as well as software companies and content creators of all sizes.
What results can I expect?
Our clients typically see significant reductions in online piracy and measurable increases in legitimate sales. For example, MIT Press reported increased international sales, and Taylor & Francis achieved 400% more content removals compared to their previous provider. Results vary by industry and catalog size, but our track record of over 5.7 billion takedowns speaks for itself.
Do you offer a dashboard to track results?
Yes. Our platform provides a comprehensive real-time dashboard with advanced search, export and reporting tools, global overviews, and key statistics. You can monitor takedown progress, view analytics, and generate reports at any time.
How do I get started with Link-Busters?
Getting started is simple. Book a free demo through our website to speak with one of our experts. We will assess your needs, set up your account, and begin protecting your content — typically within days of signing up.

Ready to protect your content?

Get in touch with our team and see how Link-Busters can help you fight piracy and grow your revenue.