What is the ruling on sharing content from encrypted channels or paid platforms, whether for a fee or for free, and does the ruling differ based on the conditions set by the service provider, and what is the ruling on watching this content available on the internet?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
It is not permissible to display and publish the content of encrypted channels and platforms for a fee except with the permission of their owners. Whoever does so is infringing on the rights of others. The subscriber to these channels pays for viewing, not for publishing and profiting. The first three cases are not permissible except with the permission of the owners of the channels and platforms. Viewing these channels through infringing links and websites is wrong and must be stopped. This ruling applies specifically to content that is permissible to view. As for forbidden content, its use is forbidden in every aspect.
Summary from Ftawy's records · added here
Reviewed by El Fatwa's sharia committee.
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