Pirated versions are often unstable, leading to frequent crashes that can cause you to lose hours of work on a project.

Many "crack" installers are bundles for malware, ransomware, or keyloggers that can steal your personal data or lock your files.

You won’t have access to the latest features, bug fixes, or technical support from Image-Line.

Image-Line offers a "time-unlimited" trial. You can use every feature and plugin to create and render tracks; the only restriction is that you cannot re-open saved projects until you purchase a license.