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Under the DMCA, Dailymotion is protected from liability as long as it responds expeditiously to takedown requests. The platform’s “Audible Magic” content identification system attempts to block copyrighted material, but it is less comprehensive than YouTube’s system, allowing many Friends uploads to remain live temporarily.

| Reason | Explanation | |--------|-------------| | | Dailymotion is free; Max requires a subscription (approx. $10–16/month). | | Geographic restrictions | In regions where Friends is not on any local streaming service, Dailymotion becomes a loophole. | | Nostalgia for original broadcast feel | Some uploads retain 1990s commercials, NBC bumpers, or "Must-See TV" promos, offering a period-authentic experience. | | Convenience for quick clips | A user wanting to reference one specific scene (e.g., "The One with the Blackout") may find a clip faster on Dailymotion than navigating a paid service. | 5. Legal and Ethical Considerations 5.1 Copyright Infringement Friends is owned by Warner Bros. Entertainment. Uploading full episodes to Dailymotion without permission violates U.S. copyright law (17 U.S.C. § 106). Warner Bros. regularly issues DMCA takedown notices to Dailymotion, which is why available episodes are often deleted within weeks or months of being uploaded. friends dailymotion season 1