: You do not legally own the music you make with a cracked version; claiming copyright on such tracks could be considered fraud.

: Cracked files often contain malware, ransomware, or Trojans . These can steal your banking info, hijack your YouTube channel , or open backdoors to your system.

: Using a crack is illegal. If Image-Line detects a cracked version on your system, they may permanently block your account and revoke any legitimate licenses you own.

: Pirated versions are often buggy and outdated. They can cause erratic behavior in your DAW, leading to the loss of entire production sessions.