: Open the .torrent file in your client but do not start the download yet. Look at the file list. If you see .exe , .bat , or .msi files inside what should be a video folder, delete it immediately.
: Only download torrents from established communities with active moderation and user comments. Peer reviews on sites like 1337x or TorrentGalaxy can alert you to fake or malicious files.
: If the torrent claims to be a high-definition movie but the file size is only 5MB, it is almost certainly a virus.
: Generic names are frequently used by bad actors to hide executable files, scripts, or "zip bombs" that can infect your system once opened.
: Torrenting is often used for sharing copyrighted material. Downloading such content without permission can lead to legal notices from your Internet Service Provider (ISP).