Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Federation Against Copyright Theft?
• When was FACT established?
• Who are FACT's Members?
• What are Accredited Members?
• What is film piracy?
• What is online piracy?
• Is DVD Piracy a serious problem?
• What is FACT doing about this illegal trade?
• Where do the pirate DVDs come from?
• What are the outlets?
• What is wrong with buying a pirate DVD?
• How can I tell if it is a fake?
• What is meant by DVD Regional Zones?
• How does this affect you?
• Is it illegal to purchase region 1 DVDs? My DVD player can play DVDs from around the world. Can I play foreign DVDs?
• What if I buy a DVD over the Internet?
• What is the Current Legislation regarding the sale of foreign DVDs?
• Can a foreign DVD that does not comply with the above be purchased in the United Kingdom?
• It is only a DVD, why does it matter?
• What are the penalites?
• If I buy a legitimate film over the Internet or from a shop, am I able to show films to a group of people even if I don't charge for it?

What is the Federation Against Copyright Theft?
FACT is the