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Virus from paste downloads

Is it possible to get a virus from paste download sites for example copying a yt video link and pasting it on a site to convert it to mp4 and download it. I always get redirected to other sites and was worried if i may have gotten a virus no matter how ow the chance.

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Jul 14, 2023 1:38 PM

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Posted on Jul 14, 2023 1:51 PM

If you have not previously jailbroken your device, it can not be affected by a virus. As stated above, if you are attempting to download video content that is not provided as a download by the provider, and instead try other means to obtain that content, you will repeatedly see warnings, scam websites, and all manner of internet garbage.

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Jul 14, 2023 1:51 PM in response to isbanned111

If you have not previously jailbroken your device, it can not be affected by a virus. As stated above, if you are attempting to download video content that is not provided as a download by the provider, and instead try other means to obtain that content, you will repeatedly see warnings, scam websites, and all manner of internet garbage.

Virus from paste downloads

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